- 0:15 Prep
- 4 Servings
- Capable cooks
This pretty summer salad is a healthier option for the Christmas table.
Ingredients
- 1 bunch red radish, trimmed
- 1 large carrot, peeled
- 1/3 cup (80ml) fresh orange juice (about 1 orange)
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Salt & freshly ground pepper
- 2 teaspoons poppy seeds
- 1/4 cup fresh continental parsley leaves
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
- 1/3 cup (65g) raisins
- 100g goat's cheese, crumbled
Method
- Step 1Thinly slice the radish. Cut the carrot in half crossways then cut each half into thin matchsticks.
- Step 2Combine the orange juice and extra virgin olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
- Step 3Place the radish, carrot, poppy seeds and dressing in a bowl and mix until well combined. Add the parsley and mint leaves. Toss gently to combine.
- Step 4Transfer to a large salad bowl. Scatter the raisins and goat’s cheese over the salad. Drizzle over any dressing remaining in the bowl. Season with freshly ground pepper. Serve this salad as a light meal or as an accompaniment to prawns, lamb or beef.
- Low carb
- Low kilojoule
- Low sodium
- Lower gi
Nutrition
923 kj
Energy
15g
Fat Total
5g
Saturated Fat
2g
Fibre
6g
Protein
12mg
Cholesterol
95.28mg
Sodium
15g
Carbs (sugar)
16g
Carbs (total)
All nutrition values are per serve
Notes
Variation: Replace the poppy seeds with sesame seeds and the parsley with coriander.
Carrot: A source of carotenes which may prevent damage to the eyes by ultra-violet light. Studies also show that people who eat carrots regularly have a reduced risk of certain cancers.
Poppy seeds: Poppy seeds come from the opium poppy, but once mature, they lose their narcotic properties.
Raisins: The dried fruit of vitamin and antioxidant rich grapes, raisins are an excellent snack food.
- Author: Gemma Purcell
- Image credit: Louise Lister
- Publication: Fresh Living
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