
Here’s a simple and delicious recipe for a Spinach and Persimmon Salad:
Ingredients:
4 cups fresh spinach (baby spinach works well)
2 ripe persimmons (Fuyu or Hachiya variety, peeled and sliced)
1/4 cup walnuts or pecans (toasted, optional)
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese or goat cheese (optional)
1 tablespoon pomegranate seeds (for added color and crunch)
1/4 red onion (thinly sliced, optional)
1-2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional, for sweetness)
Salt and pepper to taste
Salmon and sweet potato salad
Here's a simple and delicious recipe for Salmon and Sweet Potato Salad:
Ingredients:
2 salmon fillets (fresh or frozen)
2 medium-sized sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
1 tablespoon olive oil (for roasting sweet potatoes)
Salt and pepper to taste
4 cups mixed greens (such as spinach, arugula, or baby kale)
1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
1/4 cup pumpkin seeds or walnuts (optional, for crunch)
Dressing:
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar (or lemon juice)
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
1. Roast the Sweet Potatoes:
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Toss the cubed sweet potatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread them in a single layer on a baking sheet.
Roast for about 25-30 minutes, or until they’re tender and slightly caramelized, flipping halfway through.
2. Cook the Salmon:
While the sweet potatoes are roasting, season the salmon fillets with a bit of olive oil, salt, and pepper.
Heat a non-stick pan or skillet over medium-high heat and cook the salmon for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until it's cooked through and easily flakes with a fork. Alternatively, you can bake the salmon in the oven for about 12-15 minutes at 400°F (200°C) depending on the thickness of the fillets.
3. Prepare the Dressing:
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, Dijon mustard, honey or maple syrup, balsamic vinegar (or lemon juice), salt, and pepper until smooth.
4. Assemble the Salad:
In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens, roasted sweet potatoes, red onion, and any additional toppings like feta or nuts.
Flake the salmon into bite-sized pieces and add it to the salad.
5. Dress and Toss:
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.