Purslane and Parsley Salad

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Very Healthy
Health score
100%
Purslane and Parsley Salad
30 min.
6
825kcal

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Discover the delightful flavors and health benefits of the Purslane and Parsley Salad, a vibrant dish that is perfect for any occasion. Packed with nature's green goodness, this gorgeous salad combines the tender, succulent leaves of purslane with the fresh, aromatic notes of flat-leaf parsley. Not only is this salad a feast for the eyes, but it also boasts a remarkable health score of 100, making it an excellent choice for anyone looking to enhance their diet with nutrient-rich ingredients.

In just 30 minutes, you can create a dish that serves six people, making it ideal for family gatherings, casual lunches, or as a complement to your main course. With its vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free features, this salad caters to a variety of dietary preferences, ensuring that everyone can enjoy it without compromise.

With each serving, you'll savor the vibrant medley of flavors from the hearty cherry tomatoes and the zesty dressing made with olive oil and lemon juice. The combination of fresh herbs and greens creates an explosion of taste while keeping the calorie count at a moderate 825 kcal for the entire dish. Perfect as a side dish or a light main course, this Purslane and Parsley Salad is sure to become a favorite in your recipe repertoire. Join the ranks of health-conscious foodies and delight in this very healthy, mouthwatering creation!

Ingredients

  • cups bay leaves packed (from a 1-pound bunch)
  • cups flat parsley packed (from 2 large bunches)
  • tablespoon juice of lemon fresh
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • tablespoon shallots finely chopped
  • 0.5 pound cherry tomatoes assorted halved quartered (preferably heirloom varieties)

Equipment

  • bowl
  • paper towels
  • whisk
  • ziploc bags

Directions

  1. Whisk together oil, lemon juice, shallot, and 1/4 teaspoon each of salt and pepper in a large bowl.
  2. Add tomatoes, purslane, and parsley, gently tossing to coat.
  3. Herbs and greens can be washed and dried 1 day ahead, then chilled in sealed plastic bags lined with paper towels. Toss with tomatoes and vinaigrette just before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories825kcal
Protein7.47%
Fat23.26%
Carbs69.27%

Properties

Glycemic Index
10.33
Glycemic Load
0.46
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
55.776521620543%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.12mg
Hesperetin
0.36mg
Naringenin
0.03mg
Apigenin
86.19mg
Luteolin
0.45mg
Kaempferol
0.6mg
Myricetin
5.94mg
Quercetin
0.39mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:825.35kcal
41.27%
Fat:27.14g
41.76%
Saturated Fat:6.42g
40.12%
Carbohydrates:181.87g
60.62%
Net Carbohydrates:118g
42.91%
Sugar:1.48g
1.64%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:81.34mg
3.54%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:19.6g
39.2%
Manganese:19.43mg
971.55%
Vitamin K:661.29µg
629.8%
Iron:104.53mg
580.73%
Vitamin A:18187.63IU
363.75%
Fiber:63.87g
255.47%
Vitamin C:172.93mg
209.62%
Vitamin B6:4.19mg
209.47%
Calcium:2033.34mg
203.33%
Folate:492.64µg
123.16%
Magnesium:307.81mg
76.95%
Zinc:9.24mg
61.62%
Vitamin B2:1.04mg
61.43%
Copper:1.07mg
53.7%
Potassium:1563.76mg
44.68%
Phosphorus:302.33mg
30.23%
Vitamin B3:5.47mg
27.37%
Vitamin E:1.52mg
10.16%
Selenium:6.88µg
9.82%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.73%
Vitamin B5:0.22mg
2.17%
Source:Epicurious