Summer is definitely here with 30 degree celcius heat yesterday. I made this salad for a Christmas gathering and it is such a winner. The blanched vegetables along with roasted capsicum and almonds give texture and sweetness. And then when you combine an amazing dressing of blended basil it is so tasty. … [read more]
Quinoa Tabbouleh
Tabbouleh salad is a great base for lunch or in a pita pocket bread or to complement a meal of kebabs, tzatziki yoghurt dip and green salad. Usually tabblouleh is made with cous cous or bulghur wheat which are both made from wheat grain. I’m making it here with quiona (pronounces keen-wa) grain. This makes the salad gluten free and suitable for Low FODMAP diets. Quinoa is from South America and … [read more]
Raw Energy Salad
I love salads in Summer and the amazing colour and taste of this one especially. This keeps in the fridge for at least 3 or 4 days and still tastes great. Ingredients ¼ red cabbage 2 raw beetroot 6 small or 3 large carrots Salad dressing e.g French or Balsamic or Pomegranate juice based dressings are all good with this salad. Method Finely slice the cabbage. Grate the … [read more]