Dandelion & Romaine Salad with Sorghum and Kalamata Olives

As an Eastern Mediterranean, I love using grains in my salads. While sorghum is not Mediterranean, this ancient grain nutrition packed and it’s nutty taste such a delicious added flavors to the salads.  

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup dandelion greens, roughly chopped
  • 2 cup romaine lettuce, chopped
  • 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup cooked sorghum
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
  • 1/4 cup pickled red onions
  • 1 cup red lettuce, torn into bite-sized piece
  • Radicchio leaves as wraps 

Dressing:

  • 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp dried mint 
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Salad Base: In a large bowl, combine the dandelion greens, romaine lettuce, red lettuce, and cooked sorghum. Toss gently to mix.
  2. Add the Extras: Top the greens with red onion slices, Kalamata olives, and pickled red onions if using.
  3. Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  4. Assemble the Salad: Drizzle the dressing over the salad. Toss to combine, ensuring all the ingredients are coated.
  5. Serve: Transfer to a serving platter or bowl. Garnish with freshly ground black pepper, chili flakes, or crumbled feta if desired.

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