The point of a stew, it should go without saying, is its flavour rather than its form. So, while the crunchy salad strips of carrot, spring onion and pepper do bring colour and beauty to this otherwise brown study, at the same time their texture and Asian-flavoured bite provide the perfect partner for the rich, aromatic spiciness of the soft-braised stew.
Carrot is wonderfully paired with poppyseed in this simple salad. It will keep in the fridge for 2-3 days so is great for having on hand to add to your lunchbox.
This quick recipe is a lifesaver for midweek suppers. The dry dukkah spice mix is also great as a dip for flatbreads.
10 To 30 Mins
Freekehsalad
Serves 4 as a side dish
By:
Rick Stein: From Venice to Istanbul
Details
Freekeh is dried green wheat, harvested while the grains are still soft, then sun-dried. It is very common in the Middle East and North Africa, and is used in the same way as bulgur, couscous or pearled spelt. It works well as an accompanying pilaf or a salad, in this case with pomegranate seeds, pistachios, mint and spring onion. Each serving provides 347kcal, 6g protein, 46g carbohydrates (of which 7g sugars), 18g fat (of which 3g saturates), 1.5g fibre and 0g salt.
These falafels are baked rather than fried for a healthy take on this simple and delicious Middle Eastern dish. This is designed to be a low cost recipe. This meal provides 435 kcal, 14g protein, 53g carbohydrate (of which 6g sugars), 18.5g fat (of which 3g saturates), 7g fibre and 1.3g salt per portion.
Grab that tin of beans from the back of your store cupboard and whip up this simple salad. Each serving provides 107kcal, 3g protein, 8g carbohydrate (of which 2g sugars), 6g fat (of which 1g saturates), 4g fibre and 0.1g salt.
Simon Hopkinson's classic panzanella recipe captures the fruity flavours of the Mediterranean. Each serving provides 200kcal, 4g protein, 19g carbohydrate (of which 5g sugars), 11g fat (of which 1.5g saturates), 2.5g fibre and 0.3g salt.
Mediterranean flavours pack in punch here and would work just as well with sea bass or tuna. This meal provides 551 kcal, 39g protein, 11g carbohydrate (of which 8g sugars), 36g fat (of which 4.5g saturates), 2.6g fibre and 1.7g salt per portion.
This hot chicken and cool noodle salad combines bright lime and chilli flavours to spice up a summer lunch. Each serving provides 544kcal, 42g protein, 60g carbohydrate (of which 17g sugars), 15g fat (of which 3g saturates), 3g fibre and 3.3g salt.
Sweet roast beetroot and shallots mixed with seasonal veg warmed in a sharp sour-sweet dressing. Add mozzarella and a final blue cheese dressing for heaven on a plate.