Wild Greens Salad

This Wild Greens Salad is a vibrant and nutritious blend of foraged greens and aromatic spices, celebrating the essence of Indian flavors. Each bite offers a refreshing crunch with a hint of earthiness, making it a perfect Paleo dish for health-conscious eaters.

Ingredients

• Dandelion greens - 100 grams
• Purslane - 100 grams
• Nasturtium leaves - 50 grams
• Cucumber - 1 medium, diced
• Cherry tomatoes - 150 grams, halved
• Red onion - 1 small, thinly sliced
• Fresh coriander leaves - 30 grams, chopped
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Roasted cumin powder - 1 teaspoon

Steps

1. Wash and thoroughly dry all the wild greens: dandelion, purslane, and nasturtium leaves.
2. In a large bowl, combine the dandelion greens, purslane, and nasturtium leaves.
3. Add the diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, and thinly sliced red onion to the bowl.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, black pepper, and roasted cumin powder.
5. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine all ingredients evenly.
6. Garnish with chopped fresh coriander leaves before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 150
• Protein: 3 g
• Carbs: 12 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 50 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins A, C, and K from the wild greens, promoting overall health.
• High in antioxidants, which help protect against cell damage.

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