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Vibrant Carrot and Kumquat Salad with Tiger Nut Flakes

Vibrant Carrot and Kumquat Salad with Tiger Nut Flakes

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This side dish is a burst of flavors and textures: the sweetness of the carrots pairs with the slight acidity of the kumquat, enriched by the delicate crunch of tiger nut or Chufa flakes. A fresh and original salad, perfect to accompany light dishes or as part of a buffet.

Difficulty: Easy
Cooking: 0 min
Preparation: 15 min
Country: Italia

Ingredients

No. Servings
  • Carrots300g
  • Fresh kumquats
    Fresh kumquats100g
  • Tiger nut flakes (chufa flakes)
    Tiger nut flakes (chufa flakes)50g
  • Fresh chopped mint (optional)to taste
  • For the light dressing
  • Extra virgin olive oil
    Extra virgin olive oil2tablespoons
  • Lemon juice1tablespoon
  • Maple syrup (or honey for a non-vegan version)1teaspoon
  • Saltto taste
  • Freshly ground black pepperto taste

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  • Organic Kumquat - 250g

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  • Natural Chufa Flakes BIO

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  • Extra Virgin Olive Oil from Taggiasca Olives - L'Agrumeto (250ml)

    Extra Virgin Olive Oil from Taggiasca Olives - L'Agrumeto (250ml)

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Preparation

  1. STEP 1 OF 8

    Wash and trim the carrots, peel them and cut them into thin julienne strips.

  2. STEP 2 OF 8

    Wash the kumquats well. Slice them into thin rounds and remove any visible seeds.

  3. STEP 3 OF 8

    In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, maple syrup (or honey), salt, and pepper until you get a smooth emulsion.

  4. STEP 4 OF 8

    Taste and adjust the seasoning to your liking.

  5. STEP 5 OF 8

    In a bowl, combine the carrots, kumquat slices, and tiger nut flakes.

  6. STEP 6 OF 8

    Add the chopped mint (if using).

  7. STEP 7 OF 8

    Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to coat evenly.

  8. STEP 8 OF 8

    Serve the salad fresh. It is advisable to dress it just before serving to maintain the crunchiness of the tiger nut flakes and the freshness of the other ingredients.

General Information

Storage notes

Consume immediately after preparation to maintain freshness.

More information

Vegan recipe if maple syrup is used instead of honey.

Origin

Italia, Lazio

Analysis

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Macronutrients (100 gr)

Energy (kcal)74.91
Carbohydrates (g)6.71
of which Sugars (g)6.71
Fat (g)4.82
of which Saturates (g)0.69
Protein (g)0.67
Fiber (g)1.88
Sale (g)0.06
  • Proteins
    0.67g·5%
  • Carbohydrates
    6.71g·48%
  • Fats
    4.82g·34%
  • Fibers
    1.88g·13%