Cracked Green Olive Salad with Olive Oil

Ingredients

• 2 cups pitted cracked green olives
• 3 stalks green onions, finely chopped
• 1 tomato, diced
• 1/2 bunch fresh mint
• 1/2 bunch parsley
• 1/2 tea glass crushed walnuts
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon pomegranate molasses
• 1 teaspoon chili flakes
• 1 teaspoon thyme

Calories are an editor’s estimate per serving, not a lab measurement.

Method

1. 1

   Pit the cracked green olives and rinse lightly if needed to reduce excess salt.

2. 2

   In a deep salad bowl, combine finely chopped green onions, parsley, and mint.

3. 3

   Add the diced tomatoes and pitted olives.

4. 4

   In a separate small bowl, whisk together extra virgin olive oil, pomegranate molasses, chili flakes, and thyme.

5. 5

   Pour the dressing over the salad, add crushed walnuts, and toss gently.

6. 6

   Transfer to a serving plate and serve at room temperature.

Note. If your olives are too salty, soak them in warm water for 15 minutes and drain before preparing.