This nutty grain salad won’t wilt and can be prepared ahead. It makes a lovely side dish and has the addition of dried cranberries for a Christmassy feel.
ALSO TRY: Falafel With Hummus And Grains Recipe
Ingredients
- 250g cooked, mixed grains
- 250g cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 bunch of radishes, halved
- 100g Peppadew peppers
- 50g dried cranberries
- 60g pomegranate seeds
- 25g pistachios, chopped
- Fresh mint, to serve
- For The Dressing:
- Juice of 1 large lemon
- 6tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Cook the grains according to the pack instructions. Put into a bowl to cool and add the lemon juice and oil with plenty of seasoning.
- Once cool, add the tomatoes, radishes, peppers, cranberries and pomegranates. Toss to combine. Add the nuts and mint – if you’re making it ahead, which you can do a day earlier, add these just before serving.
