Superhero Salad Bowl

23/09/2019 Canteen recipes, Everyday, GREEN, Healthy Eating, HKA Kitchen, Recipes, Salad, Uncategorized

GREEN ACT/SA / Everyday NSW

Makes 6 serves

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups raw beetroot, shredded
  • 2 cups kale, chopped finely
  • 2 cups carrot, shredded
  • 2 cups of sweet peas
  • 2 cups of corn kernels
  • 6 cups of mixed leaves
  • 1.5 x 400g can of chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 2 punnets cherry tomatoes, halved

Dressing

  • 1 cup fresh lemon juice
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • Pepper to taste

Topping

  • ¼ cup seeds (linseed, pumpkin or sunflower)

Method:

  1. Combine all salad ingredients into a large bowl
  2. Combine the dressing ingredients and stir through salad ingredients
  3. Separate into 6 serving bowls
  4. Top with a sprinkle of the seeds

Variations:

  • If sesame is not restricted for use in the school, try adding ¼ cup tahini with 1 cup of lemon juice for an amazing dressing.
  • If sesame is not restricted for use in the school, sprinkle with sesame seeds and/or poppy seeds.
  • If time permits, try sectioning the ingredients into individual bowls (see picture).
  • Adding a grain food like quinoa or couscous further adds to the appeal of this salad.

Tips: Add the dressing right before serving.

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