Herb & chilli salad

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Low Fod Map
Health score
32%
Herb & chilli salad
15 min.
8
8kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your dining experience with a burst of fresh flavors and vibrant colors? Our Herb & Chilli Salad is the perfect addition to any meal, whether you're looking for a light side dish, a zesty starter, or a flavorful snack. With its generous mix of aromatic herbs and a hint of spice, this salad is not only a feast for the eyes but also a delight for the palate.

This vibrant concoction features long green and red chillies, adding just the right amount of heat to awaken your taste buds. The large bunches of mint, coriander, and flat-leaf parsley offer a refreshing contrast, while the basil infuses a delightful fragrance that lingers in every bite. One of the standout elements is the crunchy pea shoots, which provide texture and a burst of sweetness to balance the salad's flavors.

In just 15 minutes, you can prepare this delightful dish, making it an excellent choice for busy weeknights or impromptu gatherings. Plus, it's accessible to a wide range of dietary preferences, being vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, and low FODMAP. Your guests will love the interactive dining experience, as they are invited to help themselves to this colorful platter of goodness. Drizzle with a splash of oil and lime juice for a finishing touch, and you have a dish that shines in any setting. Enjoy the freshness!

Ingredients

  •  to 2 chilies slit green
  •  to 5 chilies red
  • large bunch flat parsley roughly chopped
  • small bunch basil roughly chopped
  • handfuls pea shoots good roughly chopped

Equipment

  • bowl

Directions

  1. Halve the chillies lengthways, getting rid of as many of the seeds as you want (this is where the heat is), then finely shred. Put in a bowl and sprinkle with a little water. Stir in the chopped herbs and pea shoots, then let everyone help themselves. Dress with oil and lime juice, if you like.
  2. Serve with Slow-roast shoulder of pork (see 'Goes well with') and Spiced yogurt with cucumber (see below), with flatbreads and bowls of harissa.

Nutrition Facts

Calories8kcal
Protein15.62%
Fat8.78%
Carbs75.6%

Properties

Glycemic Index
18.38
Glycemic Load
0.26
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
6.9665217433611%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
15.35mg
Luteolin
0.08mg
Kaempferol
0.11mg
Myricetin
1.06mg
Quercetin
0.02mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:8.13kcal
0.41%
Fat:0.09g
0.14%
Saturated Fat:0.01g
0.08%
Carbohydrates:1.72g
0.57%
Net Carbohydrates:1.02g
0.37%
Sugar:0.74g
0.82%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:42.05mg
1.83%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.36g
0.71%
Vitamin K:121.79µg
115.99%
Vitamin C:19.26mg
23.35%
Vitamin A:707.53IU
14.15%
Folate:12.8µg
3.2%
Iron:0.53mg
2.95%
Fiber:0.71g
2.85%
Vitamin B6:0.04mg
1.82%
Potassium:60.53mg
1.73%
Manganese:0.03mg
1.67%
Magnesium:5.5mg
1.37%
Calcium:12.39mg
1.24%
Copper:0.02mg
1.09%