Fresh Rainbow Salad with Hemp Seeds & Pistachio Kernels

Looking for a colourful salad that's fresh, crunchy and full of texture? This Rainbow Pistachio Salad combines crisp mixed leaves with red cabbage, carrot, cucumber, red pepper and red onion, finished with Everyday Superfood Pistachio Kernels and a sprinkle of seeds.

It’s quick to put together, full of colour and perfect for an easy lunch, side dish or light dinner.

Ingredients

• 2 generous handfuls mixed salad leaves

• ½ small carrot, finely sliced

• Handful of red cabbage, finely shredded

• ¼ cucumber, sliced

• ½ red pepper, thinly sliced

• ¼ small red onion, thinly sliced

• 2 tbsp Everyday Superfood Pistachio Kernels

• 1 tbsp hemp seeds

For the Dressing

• 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

• 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  

• Pinch of salt

• Black pepper, to taste

Method

1. Add the mixed salad leaves to a large bowl.

2. Add the carrot, red cabbage, cucumber, red pepper and red onion.

3. Whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, maple syrup or honey, salt and black pepper.

4. Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss everything together.

5. Finish with the pistachio kernels and hemp seeds.

6. Serve immediately and enjoy.

Recipe Notes

• Add the pistachios just before serving to keep their delicious crunch.

• Slice the vegetables finely so you get a little of everything in every bite.

• If you're preparing the salad ahead of time, keep the dressing separate until you're ready to serve.

Make It Your Own

• Add avocado for extra creaminess.

• Top with chickpeas, tofu or grilled chicken for a more substantial meal.

• Add fresh herbs such as parsley, mint or coriander.

• Swap the lemon dressing for a tahini dressing.

• Add pomegranate seeds for an extra burst of colour and sweetness.