Embrace the vibrant flavours of summer with Cassie Slaney's crowd-pleasing Pomegranate Spritz Salad. Bursting with wholesome ingredients, this salad captures the essence of summer in a bowl and pairs beautifully with Edenvale’s Sparkling Cuvee in a refreshing, alcohol-free Pomegranate Spritz.
Pomegranate Spritz Salad
Ingredients:
- 2 cups cooked brown rice & quinoa, mixed together
- 1 cup cooked lentils
- 1/2 red onion
- 2 tbsp sunflower seeds
- 2 tbsp pine nuts
- 2 tbsp slivered almonds
- 1/4 cup currants
- 1 handful mint
- 1 handful parsley
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 cup pomegranate seeds
Dressing:
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp lemon zest
Pomegranate Spritz:
- 60ml pomegranate juice
- Edenvale Wines Sparkling Cuvee
- Pomegranate seeds
- Ice cubes
Method:
- In a large serving bowl, combine the cooked brown rice and quinoa, lentils, fresh herbs, red onion, currants, sunflower seeds, pine nuts, and slivered almonds.
- In a separate jar, shake together the dressing ingredients – Greek yogurt, cumin, honey, and lemon zest. Gently pour the creamy concoction over the salad, ensuring each ingredient is coated.
- Squeeze the juice of one lemon over the salad and drizzle the extra virgin olive oil, infusing it with a zesty and refreshing kick.
- Complete the salad by garnishing it with vibrant pomegranate seeds and dolloping the yogurt dressing.
- Serve this refreshing salad alongside the Edenvale Wines Pomegranate Spritz – a perfect combination for elevating holiday gatherings and summer BBQs.
To make the Pomegranate Spritz:
- Pour 60ml of pomegranate juice into a glass, top it off with the effervescent Edenvale Wines Sparkling Cuvee, and add a handful of pomegranate seeds and ice cubes for a refreshing chill.
Cassie Slaney's Pomegranate Spritz Salad celebrates summer, combining diverse flavours and textures. Made with Edenvale's Sparkling Cuvee, the alcohol-free Pomegranate Spritz adds a touch of sophistication to your festivities.
Cheers to relishing the season's warmth with good company, delectable dishes, and refreshing sips!