Cattail Shoot Salad

Cattail Shoot Salad is a refreshing and nutritious dish that highlights the delicate flavors of tender cattail shoots combined with fresh vegetables and a zesty dressing. This Paleo Indian salad is a perfect representation of nature's bounty, offering a unique culinary experience.

Ingredients

• Cattail shoots - 200 grams
• Cherry tomatoes - 100 grams, halved
• Cucumber - 1 medium, diced
• Red onion - 1 small, finely chopped
• Fresh cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Rinse the cattail shoots thoroughly under cold water to remove any dirt, then trim the tough ends and slice them into 1-inch pieces.
2. In a pot, bring water to a boil and blanch the cattail shoots for 2-3 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process.
3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the blanched cattail shoots, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and cilantro.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
5. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine all the ingredients.
6. Serve immediately or refrigerate for 10 minutes to enhance the flavors before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 150
• Protein: 3 g
• Carbs: 12 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 150 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables.
• Cattail shoots are low in calories and high in fiber, promoting digestion.

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