1 bunch of Silver Beet, stalks removed and finely sliced

2 tsps olive oil

1 tbsp chopped mint

1. Blanch silverbeet in boiling salted water for a minute then drain
2. Cool under cold water then drain and squeeze out the excess water
3. Heat oil in a large frying pan, add silverbeet
4. Add salt and pepper and toss for 2-3 minutes
5. Transfer to serving dish

Silverbeet and Date Salad

1/4 cup natural yoghurt

1 small clove garlic, crushed

2 tsp lemon juice

2 tsp tahini

1/4 small red onion, finely chopped

1 tsp red wine vinegar

6-8 silverbeet leaves, stalks removed, leaves finely shredded

30g feta, crumbled

pita bread to serve

1. Combine yoghurt, garlic lemon juice and tahini in a small bowl
2. Season with salt
3. Put the onions and dates in a separate large bowl
4. Pour over the vinegar and mix well to combine
5. Set aside for 10 minutes, then add silver beet and feta
6. Drizzle with oil and season with salt and pepper, mix gently
7. Dot salad with dressing
8. Heat pita bread
9. Great with Koftas (See Mince page)