Herb salad with pomegranate & pistachios

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
17%
Herb salad with pomegranate & pistachios
15 min.
6
131kcal

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Looking for a vibrant and refreshing dish that not only delights the taste buds but also adds a splash of color to your table? This Herb Salad with Pomegranate & Pistachios is the perfect choice! Bursting with fresh herbs, crunchy nuts, and juicy pomegranate seeds, it's a salad that brings a delightful combination of flavors and textures to any meal.

This vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free recipe is ready in just 15 minutes, making it a quick and healthy side dish ideal for busy weeknights or elegant gatherings. The bright acidity of freshly squeezed orange juice and red wine vinegar balances beautifully with the sweetness of honey, creating a simple yet flavorful dressing that perfectly complements the earthy pistachios and vibrant herbs.

Each bite of this salad is a harmonious blend of tastes, from the crispness of mixed salad leaves and spring onions to the refreshing notes of dill and mint. The natural sweetness of pomegranate seeds adds a delightful pop, while the pistachios lend a satisfying crunch. With only 131 calories per serving, this salad is not only light but also packed with nutrients, making it a guilt-free indulgence.

Whether served as a colorful starter, a zesty snack, or an enticing antipasti dish, this Herb Salad with Pomegranate & Pistachios is sure to impress your guests and elevate any dining experience!

Ingredients

  •  orange juice 
  • tbsp red wine vinegar 
  • tbsp clear honey 
  • small bunch optional: dill roughly chopped
  • small bunch mint leaves 
  • bunch spring onion finely sliced
  • 100 the salad mixed
  • 120 pomegranate seeds (or seeds from 1 pomegranate)
  • 100 pistachios roughly chopped

Equipment

  • mixing bowl

Directions

  1. Mix the juice, vinegar and honey with seasoning. Tip rest of the ingredients into a large mixing bowl, drizzle over the dressing and gently toss to serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories131kcal
Protein11.75%
Fat50.48%
Carbs37.77%

Properties

Glycemic Index
39.38
Glycemic Load
4.58
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
6.8095652227816%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
1.22mg
Catechin
0.68mg
Epigallocatechin
0.37mg
Epicatechin
0.15mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.07mg
Eriodictyol
0.22mg
Hesperetin
1.26mg
Naringenin
0.21mg
Apigenin
0.04mg
Luteolin
0.08mg
Isorhamnetin
0.07mg
Kaempferol
0.08mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.79mg
Gallocatechin
0.03mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:131.31kcal
6.57%
Fat:7.85g
12.07%
Saturated Fat:0.96g
5.98%
Carbohydrates:13.21g
4.4%
Net Carbohydrates:10.51g
3.82%
Sugar:7.82g
8.69%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:6.88mg
0.3%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.11g
8.22%
Vitamin B6:0.32mg
16.01%
Vitamin C:13mg
15.76%
Manganese:0.27mg
13.61%
Copper:0.27mg
13.44%
Vitamin B1:0.18mg
11.68%
Vitamin K:11.57µg
11.02%
Fiber:2.7g
10.82%
Phosphorus:99.88mg
9.99%
Potassium:287.49mg
8.21%
Folate:28.91µg
7.23%
Vitamin A:359.56IU
7.19%
Magnesium:27.29mg
6.82%
Iron:0.99mg
5.5%
Vitamin E:0.53mg
3.53%
Zinc:0.51mg
3.41%
Vitamin B2:0.06mg
3.26%
Calcium:28.27mg
2.83%
Vitamin B3:0.45mg
2.23%
Vitamin B5:0.21mg
2.09%
Selenium:1.4µg
1.99%