Spinach and Courgette Salad with Orange and Sesame Dressing
This Spinach and Courgette Salad with Orange and Sesame Dressing combines fresh greens with a tangy dressing for a perfect paleo lunch.
Servings: 4 Serves
Calories: 250kcal
Cost: $15
Equipment
- Frying pan
- Large salad bowl
- Whisk
Ingredients
- 3 courgettes thinly sliced
- 4 large handfuls fresh spinach
- 12 sundried tomatoes halved
- 1 red pepper deseeded and chopped
- Handful of pine nuts
For the dressing:
- 1 garlic clove crushed
- 2 tbsp tahini paste
- Juice of ½ orange
- 1 tsp honey
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Sea salt and black pepper
Instructions
- Cook the Vegetables: Heat a little oil in a pan to a medium heat. Add the sliced courgettes and peppers a little at a time so they are not too bunched up. Cook for 3 – 4 minutes each with a little sea salt, ensuring they are nicely chargrilled.
- Prepare the Salad: In a large salad bowl, toss together the spinach and sundried tomatoes. Add the cooked courgettes and peppers, then toss again. Scatter the pine nuts on top.
- Make the Dressing: To make the dressing, whizz together all the ingredients except the olive oil to make a thick liquid. Gradually add the oil, stirring as you go, until you reach the desired texture.
- Combine and Serve: Drizzle the dressing generously over the salad, toss well, and serve immediately.