Apple Tahini Salad

Posted May 12 2011 by Jody MacDonald

a.k.a. Waldorf Salad

Whether a side dish or an entree, this colourful raw dish is loaded with vitamins, minerals, fibre, and ENERGY.   The secret is in the tahini….buy the good stuff.

Enjoy!!

1 apple, diced 

2 stalks celery, chopped small 

2 carrots, shredded 

2 green onions, finely chopped 

1/2 red pepper, chopped

1/2 cup walnuts

1/4 cup raisins (optional)

1/4 cup sunflower seeds, soaked 

2 cups romaine, chopped

Dressing: 

3 TBSP tahini

1 garlic clove

1/4 cup lemon juice 

1.5 TBSP apple cider vinegar 

2 dates 

2 tsp dried dill 

1.5 tsp sea salt 

water (enough to desired consistency.  I use about 1/4 cup)

• Prepare dressing ahead of time by food processing until smooth 
• Before serving, toss remaining ingredients with dressing and serve on a bed of chopped romaine leaves.