Delight Walnut and Cherry Tomato Salad

This refreshing salad combines the nutty flavor of walnuts with the sweetness of cherry tomatoes for a delicious and healthy dish. Cherry tomatoes are a great source of antioxidants, vitamin C, and potassium, all of which promote good health and help reduce the risk of chronic diseases.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups cherry tomatoes, cut into halves
• 1/4 cup roughly chopped walnuts (akhrot)
• 1/4 cup chopped capsicum
• 1/2 cup basil leaves, torn into pieces
• 2 tsp roasted sesame seeds (til)

To Be Mixed Together Into A Dressing:

• 2 tsp olive oil
• 2 tsp honey
• 1 tsp lemon juice
• salt to taste

Cooking Time:

10 mins

Method:

1. To make walnut and cherry tomatoes, combine the cherry tomatoes, walnuts, capsicum, basil leaves, and sesame seeds in a bowl.
2. Add the dressing and toss well.
3. Serve the walnut and cherry tomato salad immediately.

Tips/Precautions:

• If you wish, you can also add roasted sunflower seeds and roasted pumpkin seeds.
• If you wish to carry the salad to work, you can carry the dressing in a small container separately and toss just before eating.

Health Benefits:

This 10-minute Cherry Tomato Walnut Salad is a crunchy delight for tomato lovers!
It’s packed with folic acid (vitamin B9) to help prevent anaemia and rich in lycopene, a powerful antioxidant. Sesame seeds add a nutty crunch and a good dose of calcium.

Thanks to the walnuts, you also get a boost of vitamin E and omega-3 fatty acids—known for supporting brain health, glowing skin, reduced inflammation, and fighting free radicals.

This healthy Indian-style cherry tomato salad is great for heart health and weight management.
Diabetics can enjoy it too—just skip the honey. With 2g of fiber per serving, it helps regulate blood sugar and cholesterol levels.