There’s something quietly magical about a salad that’s both warming and fresh. This Warm Ginger and Rose Mediterranean Salad is a celebration of contrast. It’s fragrant ginger heat, delicate floral notes, and the vibrant, sun-soaked flavours of the Mediterranean. Plus it’s light yet grounding, elegant yet comforting, and perfect for those moments when you want nourishment that feels a little bit special. Below is a video and recipe for you.
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Equipment
- Small mixing bowl
- Teaspoon
- Sharp knife
- Chopping board
- Vegetable peeler
- Baking tray
Ingredients
- Olive oil 20 – 30 mls
- Rose essence x 1 – 2 tsps
- Ground ginger x 1 – 2 tsps
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Onion x 1
- Aubergine x 1
- Courgette x 1
- Chickpeas x 1 – 2 tins
- Cherry tomatoes x 2 handfuls
Method
- Preheat the oven to 200°C or gas mark 6.
- In the small mixing bowl add the olive oil, rose essence, ground ginger and salt and pepper to taste.
- Mix these ingredients together and set to one side.
- Peel, slice and dice the aubergine and courgette.
- Peel and slice the onion and set these ingredients to one side.
- Slice the cherry tomatoes and set aside.
- Drain the chickpeas through a colander and set to one side.
- Next grab your baking tray and put all the vegetables into the tray.
- Pour over the oil mixture and toss the vegetables in the oil.
- When the oven is preheated put the tray into the oven and bake for 25 – 30 minutes or until the vegetable are a lovely golden brown colour.
- Then serve with meat or fish.
- Then enjoy.
Whether you’re serving this as a standalone dish or alongside a generous main, this salad is an invitation to slow down and savour each bite. The warmth, the fragrance, and the balance of flavours make it as memorable as it is nourishing. If you try it, I’d love to hear how you made it your own because the best recipes always evolve at the table.
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