Hearty Mixed Salad
A fresh, filling salad that brightens up any table.
A colourful salad that gathers the best fresh vegetables on one plate: lettuce, cucumber, carrot, pepper and tomato, with a touch of green mint and pomegranate seeds. A dressing of olive oil, lemon and pomegranate molasses ties the ingredients together in a balance of tartness and freshness, making it a side dish or a light meal on its own.
How to Prepare
Chop the lettuce, carrot, bell pepper, cucumber, tomato, cherry tomatoes and onion and place in a large bowl.
Add the fresh mint and pomegranate seeds.
Whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, pomegranate molasses and salt to make the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad, toss gently and serve fresh.
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Add the dressing just before serving to keep the vegetables crisp.
Ingredient Swaps
Replace pomegranate molasses with extra lemon juice and a pinch of sugar. | Add cheese, avocado or chickpeas to make it a more filling meal. | Swap the mint for parsley or rocket for a different flavour.
Common Questions
How do I keep the salad crisp?
Add the dressing just before serving so the vegetables do not wilt.
How do I make it more filling?
Add a protein such as grilled chicken, boiled egg or chickpeas.
Can I make it ahead?
Chop the vegetables and keep them chilled, adding the dressing at serving time.
When do I add the pomegranate seeds?
At the end as a garnish so they stay fresh.
How do I balance the dressing?
Adjust the lemon, pomegranate molasses and salt gradually to taste.
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