If you’re looking to elevate your everyday salad into something craveable, crunchy, and just a little unexpected — allow me to introduce you to your new favorite topping: tahini granola.
Yep, granola. On a salad.
Before you raise an eyebrow, hear me out — this isn’t your typical sugary breakfast granola. This is tahini granola, rich with nutty sesame flavor, just enough sweetness, and a hint of savory spice. It brings an irresistible crunch and a deeply satisfying finish to a bowl of greens, especially when paired with crisp green apples and a zingy vinaigrette.
🥗 The Salad Formula
Here’s how to build this salad — feel free to customize with your favorite greens and veggies:
Base:
- A mix of spinach, arugula, and lettuce (I love the mix of peppery, soft, and sturdy). Any of your favorite greens.
Veggies:
- Thinly shaved fennel (for a touch of aniseed crunch)
- Cucumber ribbons (hydrating and refreshing)
- Shaved carrot or matchsticks for color and sweetness
- Red and yellow capsicum to complete the rainbow.
Fruit:
- Green apple, thinly sliced — tart and juicy, the perfect contrast to the granola
- Wisk together this simple vinaigrette, tossing just before serving.
- A simple vinaigrette made with:
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar or lemon juice
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
Finally sprinkle Lamprini Tahini Granola over each searching for that savory crunch to complement these flavors.
