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(Photo: Roberto Caruso)
This crunchy salad adds a light and zesty serving of vegetables to the table in advance of the main event.
1/2 cup finely chopped walnuts
1/4 cup pepitas
1 1/2 tsp lemon zest
3 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1/2 tsp salt
5 tbsp olive oil
1 large green apple, quartered
20 brussels sprouts, ends trimmed
5 large cremini mushrooms, stems removed
1/4 cup grated parmesan
Toast walnuts and pumpkin seeds in a frying pan set over medium-high, stirring often, about 5 min. Set aside to cool.
Whisk lemon zest with lemon juice, mustard and salt in a large bowl. Season with pepper. Gradually whisk in olive oil. Set aside.
Fit a food processor with the slicing attachment. Push apple, Brussels sprouts and mushrooms through the chute with food processor on. Toss with dressing. Stir in walnuts and pumpkin seeds. Sprinkle with cheese.
Calories 396, Protein 11g, Carbohydrates 21g, Fat 33g, Fibre 6g, Sodium 428mg.
If you don’t have a slicing attachment with your food processor, thinly slice fruit and vegetables with a mandolin or knife.
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