Spring sorrel and celery salad

In spring, when the human body especially feels a lack of vitamins and minerals, dishes made with seasonal greens become true superfoods. This incredibly aromatic, slightly spicy yet low-calorie salad with sorrel and celery is perfect for those who enjoy bold, tangy flavors. The dressing with cumin seeds adds a particularly rich and vibrant taste.

Black cumin seeds (Nigella sativa) contain a unique compound — thymoquinone — a highly active phytochemical known for its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and immune-boosting properties. They are also rich in vitamins A and E, B vitamins (B1, B6), and essential minerals such as zinc, iron, sodium, selenium, potassium, and manganese.

Consuming fresh cumin seeds helps improve overall body tone, reduces inflammation, and supports healthy digestion by preventing harmful processes in the intestines.

CraftOil offers premium-quality organic black cumin seeds grown in environmentally clean regions, free from preservatives and carefully quality-controlled.

These seeds are perfect for salads, side dishes, meat and fish recipes, as well as for sprouting into spicy microgreens or pressing into aromatic raw oil.

Ingredients (Serves 4)

For prepare this salad you will need:

For the salad:

• 2 celery stalks
• 100 g spinach
• 100 g sorrel
• 3–4 sprigs of dill

For the dressing:

• 1 tsp black cumin seeds;
• 1 tbsp olive oil;
• 1 tsp salt;
• A pinch of ground black pepper;
• 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice (slightly less than full);
• 1 garlic clove;

Step-by-step instructions

Start with the dressing. In a small bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, salt, pepper, minced garlic, and lightly crushed cumin seeds. Mix well and let it infuse for 10–15 minutes.

Prepare the greens. Wash dill, spinach, celery, and sorrel under running water, pat dry with a clean kitchen towel, and chop into medium pieces. Transfer the greens into a large bowl, pour the dressing over them, and gently toss.

Serve immediately after preparation.

Notes:

The choice of oil significantly affects the final flavor. Mustard oil will make the salad more pungent and spicy, while pumpkin seed oil will add pleasant nutty notes. You can also add parsley, mustard microgreens, or crushed walnuts to increase the nutritional value and health benefits.

Mustard oil, pumpkin seed oil, black pepper, walnuts, cashews, sweet almonds, peanuts, hazelnuts, and many other organic products are available for order at CraftOil, a Ukrainian online store specializing in natural foods.