If you’re looking for a recipe that’s colourful, full of flavour and really easy to make, this nutty grain salad is exactly what you’re after and would make a great dinner party recipe. The chopped pistachios and pomegranate give this recipe a lovely varying texture, and the tomatoes and mint add a Christmassy feel to it. Dish this up to your family or friends and they’ll be really wowed by not only the appearance, but also the taste of this lovely salad that’s perfect for any occasion.
HOW TO MAKE A NUTTY GRAIN SALAD
Ingredients
- 250g cooked, mixed grains
- 250g cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 bunch of French breakfast radishes, halved
- 100g Cooks&Co Sweety Drop Peppers or 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
Method
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.