Arranging salads on a board is a great way to let people choose what they like and build their own bowls according to their tastes. Family and friends can arrange a super hearty grain bowl salad using the protein-packed, iron- and vitamin D-rich ingredients on this board. This salad board takes its cues from a classic Niçoise salad but leans on Asian ingredients and flavour inspirations.
Jammy eggs
For perfect “jammy” eggs, bring a pot of water to boil. Using slotted spoon, gently submerge eggs, cover, and set timer for 6 1/2 minutes. While eggs are boiling, fill medium-sized bowl with cold water and ice. The minute the time has elapsed, using slotted spoon, remove eggs and place in ice bath. Allow to cool for 3 minutes before serving.
Grain Bowl Salad Board with Sesame Seared Tuna
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup (60 mL) fresh tarragon leaves
- 1 in (2.5 cm) piece of gingerroot, peeled and grated
- 1 garlic clove, peeled and crushed
- 1/4 cup (60 mL) tahini
- 1/4 cup (60 mL) freshly squeezed orange juice
- 1 tsp (5 mL) orange zest
- 1 Tbsp (15 mL) sesame oil
- 2 tsp (10 mL) low-sodium tamari or soy sauce
- 2 tsp (10 mL) rice wine vinegar
- 1/4 tsp (1 mL) dried red pepper flakes
- 1 tsp (5 mL) low-sodium tamari or soy sauce
- 1 1/2 Tbsp (22 mL) sesame seeds
- 5 1/4 oz (150 g) ahi tuna steak, thawed from frozen
- 1 Tbsp (15 mL) sesame oil
- 2 hearts of romaine, washed and separated
- 1 head of radicchio, washed and separated
- 4 cups (1 L) edamame without pods, cooked according to package directions
- 1 cup (250 mL) raw spelt, cooked according to package directions, drained, and cooled
- 12 spears of asparagus, blanched in boiling water for 3 minutes and cooled
- 4 organic eggs, boiled for 6 1/2 minutes
Nutrition
Per serving:
- calories390
- protein26 g
- total fat18 g
- sat. fat3 g
- total carbohydrates34 g
- sugars3 g
- fibre10 g
- sodium251 mg
Directions
01
In food processor, combine dressing ingredients and pulse until smooth. Refrigerate until ready to use.
02
In shallow plate, place 1 tsp (5 mL) tamari. On separate small plate, place sesame seeds. Place tuna steak in tamari and turn to coat on all sides. Transfer tuna to sesame seed plate, coating on all sides. Heat sesame oil on high heat. When pan is hot, add tuna, searing for about 10 seconds on 4 of the 6 sides, until sesame seeds are toasted and golden brown. (Do not sear the smallest surfaces.) Remove tuna to plate, allow to cool, and then cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
03
When ready to serve, on large platter or board, arrange romaine and radicchio leaves, edamame, spelt, and asparagus in separate sections. Using sharp knife, carefully slice tuna and fan out pieces to make them easy to select. Slice eggs in half and arrange on board.
04
Provide serving spoons and tongs to make it easier for people to build their own salad according to their preferences.
Helena McMurdo is a writer, food stylist, and photographer based in Vancouver.
