Those small ruby bulbs lying amidst their greens are a treat to watch at the farmer’s market. I often make a curry , sambhar or kootu with the bulbs and the greens go into the smoothie or I just saute them . But last week I came home with a bountiful basket of these little ruby reds , juicy , sweet cherry tomatoes and fresh corn . I was thinking a simple salad.
Here is what I did with these beautiful minis ! This is definitely not a make ahead salad as it becomes soggy due to the vegetables used. If you want to make it ahead , then cut the veggies and drain the water by keeping them in a colander and adding salt for about 15 minutes, else store them covered in separate containers. Remove and toss just before serving.
Ingredients:
12-15 red radishes sliced into thin rounds
1 persian cucumber
20-25 sweet cherry tomatoes
a handful of sweet corn
1 jalapeno
a teaspoon of chopped cilantro
1 tablespoon of chopped/minced onion
Crumbled feta cheese (optional)
For the Dressing :
A squirt of lime juice
2 tablespoons of rice vinegar
2 teaspoons of good quality olive oil
Salt and pepper , adjust according to taste
Method:
In a bowl mix all the ingredients ,then add the dressing ingredients and toss gently .Sprinkle with feta cheese . Serve in individual bowls , or roll the salad into wraps or stuff in pita pockets and enjoy !
For rolling into a wrap , I normally spread a thin layer of hummus or guacamole and then place the veggies and sprinkle with some feta cheese and roll and secure with a toothpick. I normally use the whole grain , organic Ezekiel Brand Wraps as they are made of sprouted wheat and they have a subtle sweet taste which we love !
August 11th, 2009 at 10:43 pm
that is a ravishing one indeed!
August 12th, 2009 at 12:17 am
the wraps look awesome!
August 12th, 2009 at 3:18 am
Wow so tempting, I feel like attacking your salad and finish it right away.
August 12th, 2009 at 5:58 am
wow, that looks very healthy. i am watching what i am eating now a days and this is definitely a eater.
August 12th, 2009 at 6:16 am
The wraps seem to be a must-make!
August 12th, 2009 at 9:21 am
Great wrap. Looks healthy too.
August 12th, 2009 at 9:39 am
The wraps look sooo good! DD1 made me buy the radishes yesterday for salad. she love it in with cucumber tomatoes & onions.
August 12th, 2009 at 12:04 pm
Those red radishes really do look like ruby bulbs. And although I am not a big salad fan, this salad looks spectacular and colorful AND healthful.
August 12th, 2009 at 1:52 pm
That gives me a super duper idea! Lemme give it a try!
August 12th, 2009 at 4:55 pm
That colorful Salad and the wrap is to die for!
August 12th, 2009 at 8:48 pm
The salad and the wrap looks awesome Dee. Hey, I did not know about a chana wallh in Bangalore, thanks for letting me know, i will check the next time I go there.
August 14th, 2009 at 5:04 pm
That is a colourful salad indeed ! Just mix in some cooked grains ( rice / bulgur / cous cous) and this becomes a complete meal by itself.
August 17th, 2009 at 8:46 pm
This looks so tempting – would work perfect for a nice summer lunch!
October 14th, 2009 at 12:29 am
Hi, I landed on your blog from Jugalbandi and instantly fell in love with the photos of your recipe and the variety of healthy recipes you have posted in your blog…very nice:)