Sweet Radish and Peanut Salad

Author: Associated Press
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Ingredients

Start to finish: 20 minutes
Servings: 4

2 bunches small radishes, trimmed and cut into thin wedges
1 cup salted, roasted mixed nuts, coarsely chopped
1/2 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon peanut or vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds
1/4 teaspoon turmeric
Pinch chili powder
1 teaspoon finely grated fresh ginger
1 tablespoon sugar
2 tablespoons lemon juice
4 cups coarsely chopped romaine lettuce


Directions

In a medium bowl, combine the radishes, nuts and cilantro. Toss to combine and set aside.

Heat the oil in a small saucepan over a medium heat. Add the cumin, mustard seeds, turmeric and chili powder. Cook, stirring frequently, 3 minutes.

Add the ginger and sugar and cook another minute. Remove the pan from the heat and stir in lemon juice. Set aside to cool. Drizzle the dressing over the radishes and toss well.

Divide the lettuce between 4 serving plates, then top each with a quarter of the radish mixture.