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Herb Salad with Optional Edible Flowers

With a flavor boost from tender herbs, this spring mix & herb salad has personality even with a simple vinaigrette. Edible flowers optional.

Prep Time
10 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Servings: 4
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American

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 dried minced onion
  • salt, pepper to taste
  • 1 T poppy seeds
Salad
  • 4-5 cups spring mix
  • 2 cups tender herbs
  • 1/4 cup violet or other edible flowers optional

Instructions

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  1. 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.
  2. Chop herbs as needed.
  3. Combine herbs and lettuce then toss with dressing.
  4. Sprinkle with flowers if desired.