Chorizo and Carrot Salad with Lime Yoghurt Dressing recipe

Name: Chorizo and Carrot Salad with Lime Yoghurt Dressing
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Spanish-inspired
Ingredients: 150g Chorizo; 1 small head Lettuce; 2 medium Carrots; 1 Red onion; 2 Limes; 150g Greek Yoghurt

A vibrant salad of warm chorizo, sweet carrots and crisp lettuce, finished with a zingy lime yoghurt dressing. It is fresh, savoury and satisfying, with plenty of colour and contrast in every bite.

20 min · Easy · Spanish-inspired Jump to method

Chorizo and Carrot Salad with Lime Yoghurt Dressing

Ingredients

2 servings

150g Chorizo
1 small head Lettuce
2 medium Carrots
1 Red onion
2 Limes
150g Greek Yoghurt

Nutrition	Per serving
Calories	394 kcal
Protein	17 g
Carbohydrates	16 g
Fat	29 g
Saturated fat	11 g
Fibre	4.5 g
Sugar	11 g
Sodium	1100 mg

Why this works

A flavourful, protein-containing salad that is relatively high in saturated fat and sodium due to the chorizo, but it also provides some fibre and vitamin-rich vegetables.

Vitamin A from carrots. Carrots contribute beta-carotene, which supports normal vision, skin and immune function.

Calcium and protein from yoghurt. Greek yoghurt adds protein and calcium, supporting muscle maintenance and bone health.

High sodium and saturated fat from chorizo. Chorizo is the main source of sodium and saturated fat in this dish, so portion size matters if you're watching blood pressure or cholesterol.

Method

Peel and julienne the carrots, then finely slice the red onion and shred the lettuce.
Mix the Greek yoghurt with the juice of the limes to make a smooth dressing, then season with salt and black pepper if desired.
Slice the chorizo and fry it in a dry pan over a medium heat until browned and the fat has rendered.
Add the carrot and red onion to the pan for 1-2 minutes, just to lightly soften and warm through.
Arrange the lettuce in bowls, top with the chorizo, carrots and red onion, then drizzle over the lime yoghurt dressing and serve immediately.

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