Minimax
Sep 10, 2024

Walnut & Rocket Salad with Honey Mustard Dressing

by Minimax Digital

Ingredients

For the Salad:

4 cups fresh rocket (arugula)

1 red capsicum, thinly sliced

2 cups pumpkin, cut into wedges

1 red onion, thinly sliced

1 avocado, sliced

1/2 cup walnuts, toasted

Olive oil (for roasting vegetables)

Salt and pepper to taste


For the Honey Mustard Vinaigrette:

3 tablespoons Dijon mustard

2 tablespoons honey

2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar

1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil

Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Method

Prepare the Roasted Vegetables

  • 01

    Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).

  • 02

    Place the pumpkin wedges and sliced red capsicum on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper.

  • 03

    Roast the vegetables in the oven for about 25–30 minutes, or until the pumpkin is tender and slightly caramelised. Set aside to cool.

Prepare the Vinaigrette

  • 01

    In a small bowl, whisk together the wholegrain mustard, honey, and apple cider vinegar.

  • 02

    Slowly drizzle in the extra virgin olive oil while continuing to whisk, until the vinaigrette is well combined and emulsified.

  • 03

    Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Assemble the Salad

  • 01

    In a large salad bowl, add the fresh rocket.

  • 02

    Top with roasted pumpkin wedges, roasted capsicum, sliced red onion, avocado, and toasted walnuts.

  • 03

    Drizzle the honey mustard vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to combine.

Serve

  • 01

    Serve the salad immediately, as a light lunch or as a side dish.

  • 02

    Enjoy your fresh and flavourful walnut & rocket salad with honey mustard dressing!

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