Name: Bitter Digestive Aid Salad
Ingredients: 2 tbsp Dijon mustard; ½ tsp apple cider vinegar; 1 tsp honey; 1 tsp chopped fresh parsley or coriander; 100 ml cold-pressed walnut oil; 75 g rocket leaves; 2 heads chicory (separated into individual leaves); 100 g walnuts or Brazil nuts (roughly chopped or whole); pecorino cheese shavings (optional)

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Bitter Digestive Aid Salad

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Servings: 4 servings

Course: Salads

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

2 tbsp Dijon mustard
½ tsp apple cider vinegar
1 tsp honey
1 tsp chopped fresh parsley or coriander
100 ml cold-pressed walnut oil
75 g rocket leaves
2 heads chicory separated into individual leaves
100 g walnuts or Brazil nuts roughly chopped or whole
pecorino cheese shavings optional

Method

In a bowl whisk together the mustard, apple cider vinegar, honey and parsley/coriander.
Gradually add the walnut oil, whisking all the time, until an emulsion is formed.
Place the rocket, whole chicory leaves and walnuts/Brazil nuts in a large bowl, drizzle on the dressing and toss to coat.
Season to taste with freshly ground black pepper.
Serve immediately topped with a few pecorino shavings.

Notes

Bitter greens stimulate gastric acid production, aiding digestion and overall nutrient absorption. They help balance the taste buds and can relieve sugar cravings.