Bush Tomato Dressing on a Bed of Greens
Elevate your salad game with this vibrant and nutrient-packed Bush Tomato Dressing on a Bed of Greens! This unique recipe features the bold, tangy flavor of ground bush tomatoes—a prized ingredient in Australian cuisine—perfectly balanced with the richness of extra virgin olive oil, a hint of honey, and a touch of Dijon mustard. Paired with a colorful medley of crisp mixed greens, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumber slices, and thinly sliced red onion, this wholesome dish is finished with toasted almonds for a delightful crunch. Quick and easy to prepare in just 15 minutes, this salad is a versatile side dish or starter that celebrates fresh, earthy flavors. Embrace this healthy, gluten-free option for your next gathering or weeknight meal, and impress your guests with its exotic flair!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Bush tomatoes (ground)
- 5 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons Red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 clove Garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper (freshly ground)
- 4 cups Mixed salad greens (washed and dried)
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 cup Cucumber (sliced)
- 0.25 cup Red onion (thinly sliced)
- 2 tablespoons Almonds (sliced and toasted)
Instructions
In a small bowl, combine the ground bush tomatoes, olive oil, red wine vinegar, honey, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper.
Whisk the mixture vigorously until the ingredients are emulsified and well incorporated. Adjust seasoning to taste with more salt or pepper, if needed.
In a large salad bowl, place the mixed salad greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, and red onion.
Drizzle the bush tomato dressing over the salad and toss gently to ensure the greens are evenly coated.
Sprinkle the toasted almond slices over the salad for added crunch.
Serve immediately as a refreshing and flavorful starter or side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
210 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 18.7 g | 24% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.6 g | 13% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 284 mg | 12% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 9.9 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.8 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.4 g | ||
| Protein | 2.6 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 58 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 379 mg | 8% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
