Imagine a salad that's not just a side dish, but a vibrant culinary experience that bursts with flavor and nutrition. Our Lettuce with Pomegranate and Pine Nuts is a Middle Eastern-inspired masterpiece that will elevate your meal from ordinary to extraordinary. With its perfect balance of crisp lettuce, jewel-like pomegranate seeds, and toasted pine nuts, this recipe is about to become your new obsession – a dish so simple yet so incredibly delicious that it will make you fall in love with salads all over again!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: -
Total Time: 10 mins
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- Lettuce
- Pomegranate seeds
- Pine nuts
- Olive oil
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Thoroughly wash the lettuce leaves under cold running water, ensuring all dirt and debris are removed.
- Gently pat the lettuce leaves dry using clean kitchen towels or paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- Tear or chop the lettuce into bite-sized pieces and arrange on a serving platter or individual salad plates.
- Toast the pine nuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly to prevent burning. Remove from heat once they are golden brown and fragrant.
- Remove the pomegranate seeds by cutting the fruit in half and gently tapping the back with a spoon to release the seeds into a bowl.
- Sprinkle the toasted pine nuts evenly over the prepared lettuce.
- Scatter the fresh pomegranate seeds across the salad.
- Drizzle high-quality extra virgin olive oil over the salad.
- Season with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the crisp lettuce and fresh pomegranate seeds at their peak flavor and texture.
Tips
- • For the most vibrant flavor, use the freshest ingredients possible. Look for crisp lettuce and ripe pomegranates. • When toasting pine nuts, watch them carefully – they can burn quickly! Keep them moving in the pan and remove from heat the moment they turn golden. • Use extra virgin olive oil for the best flavor profile. The quality of your oil can make a significant difference in the final taste. • If possible, prepare the components just before serving to maintain maximum freshness and crispness. • For an extra flavor boost, consider adding a light sprinkle of fresh herbs like mint or parsley. • If pomegranate seeds are out of season, you can substitute with dried cranberries, though the texture will be different. • Serve immediately after dressing to prevent the lettuce from becoming soggy.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 253kcal
Carbohydrates: 14g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 23g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Cholesterol: 0mg
