Bush Tomato Dressing on a Bed of Greens

Elevate your salad game with this vibrant and nutrient-packed Bush Tomato Dressing on a Bed of Greens! This unique recipe features the bold, tangy flavor of ground bush tomatoes—a prized ingredient in Australian cuisine—perfectly balanced with the richness of extra virgin olive oil, a hint of honey, and a touch of Dijon mustard. Paired with a colorful medley of crisp mixed greens, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumber slices, and thinly sliced red onion, this wholesome dish is finished with toasted almonds for a delightful crunch. Quick and easy to prepare in just 15 minutes, this salad is a versatile side dish or starter that celebrates fresh, earthy flavors. Embrace this healthy, gluten-free option for your next gathering or weeknight meal, and impress your guests with its exotic flair!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Bush tomatoes (ground)
• 5 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
• 3 tablespoons Red wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 1 clove Garlic (minced)
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper (freshly ground)
• 4 cups Mixed salad greens (washed and dried)
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes (halved)
• 1 cup Cucumber (sliced)
• 0.25 cup Red onion (thinly sliced)
• 2 tablespoons Almonds (sliced and toasted)

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, combine the ground bush tomatoes, olive oil, red wine vinegar, honey, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper.

Step 2

Whisk the mixture vigorously until the ingredients are emulsified and well incorporated. Adjust seasoning to taste with more salt or pepper, if needed.

Step 3

In a large salad bowl, place the mixed salad greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, and red onion.

Step 4

Drizzle the bush tomato dressing over the salad and toss gently to ensure the greens are evenly coated.

Step 5

Sprinkle the toasted almond slices over the salad for added crunch.

Step 6

Serve immediately as a refreshing and flavorful starter or side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(726.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	899.6

Total Fat 79.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1359.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 45.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.0g	0%
Total Sugars 21.8g
Protein 11.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 168.0mg	0%
Iron 3.4mg	0%
Potassium 1409.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 76.2%

Protein: 4.7%

Carbs: 19.1%