Herb Salad with Optional Edible Flowers
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Herb Salad with Optional Edible Flowers
Description
The dressing combines olive oil and balsamic vinegar with ground ginger, dried minced onion, honey (or maple syrup), salt, and black pepper, blended to emulsion. Poppy seeds are stirred in last to add subtle texture and mild nutty flavor. Finely chopped fresh herbs are then mixed with spring mix lettuce, creating layers of fresh and aromatic green flavors.
Edible flowers are an optional addition, scattered atop the tossed salad for a colorful, delicate presentation. The salad can be served as a refreshing accompaniment to main dishes, offering a balance of bright acidity, gentle sweetness, and herbal notes.
The recipe provides simple steps maintaining the freshness and vibrancy of all components, with the dressing’s mild spice and sweetness making it versatile for various seasons and menus.
Ingredients
Dressing
- 3 Tablespoons olive oil
- 1 Tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 Tablespoon honey or maple syrup, or to taste
- 1 teaspoon onion dried minced
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- 1 T poppy seeds
Salad
- 4-5 cups spring mix
- 2 cups tender herbs
- 1/4 cup Edible Flowers optional, violet or other
Instructions
- Mix dressing ingredients except poppy seeds in a small food processor, blender or by hand until emulsified. Add poppy seeds, then taste and adjust salt and pepper.
- Chop herbs as needed.
- Combine herbs and lettuce then toss with dressing.
- Sprinkle with flowers if desired.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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