A lovely crisp and tasty salad which can be served simply with feta or goats cheese.Green vegetables are rich in antioxidants, vitamin C, folates, fibre, B-group vitamins and minerals.Not only are they a really important part of your diet but they are versatile and a pleasurable sight on the plate with the vibrant green colours.
Seeds are plant-based sources of essential amino acids and minerals, including calcium, zinc, copper and magnesium — especially important in vegetarian and vegan diets.When eaten as part of a healthy diet, they can help reduce blood sugar, cholesterol and blood pressure.
Sunflower seeds
Chia seeds
Pumpkin seeds
Sunflower seed , linseed, goji berry mix
For an intense flavour you can roast the broccoli instead of boiling it.
Delicious accompaniment to Barbecued Hake in Vine Leaves with a Herb and Caper Pesto
Honey-dressed seeded greens salad
Ingredients
- 300 g broccoli broken into small florets
- 300 g shredded kale
- 100 g soya beans or peas
- 3 tbsp mixed seeds- sunflower, pumpkin or chia- lightly toasted
Dressing
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1 tbsp runny honey
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Pinch of black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Cook broccoli for 1 minute in a large pan of boiling water, then add kale and soya beans or peas and cook for just 1 more minute.
- Drain quickly and rinse in cold water. Leave to drain in a colander.
- Combine the dressing ingredients, then dress the green vegetables and toss with the seeds.
