Parsley Walnut Salad

Directions

1. 1
   Remove the stems from the parsley and mince either by hand or with quick pulses in a food processor.
2. 2
   The parsley should be finely chopped, but if you use a food processor be careful not to puree it.
3. 3
   The parsley should form a fluffy base for other textures.
4. 4
   Chop the olives, walnuts, and green onions by hand into a rough dice.
5. 5
   Dice the prepared tomatoes and drain.
6. 6
   Combine all of the chopped ingredients in a large wooden bowl.
7. 7
   Add the olive oil, lemon juice, cumin, and red pepper flakes and toss to combine.
8. 8
   Add salt and pepper, to taste.
9. 9
   *To toast nuts: Place nuts in a dry saute pan over medium heat.
10. 10
    Toast, while shaking the pan to avoid overheating in 1 spot.
11. 11
    Remove from the heat after 3 to 5 minutes when the nuts have achieved a nice pale golden color.