Description
This refreshing salad combines tender dandelion greens with crisp vegetables and a zesty lemon vinaigrette, offering a perfect balance of bitterness and brightness.
Ingredients
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4 cups young dandelion greens, washed and torn into bite-sized pieces
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1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
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1 cucumber, thinly sliced
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1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
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1/4 cup radishes, thinly sliced
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1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
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1/4 cup toasted walnuts or almonds
For the lemon vinaigrette:
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1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
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2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
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1 teaspoon Dijon mustard Frolic and Fare
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1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
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1 small garlic clove, minced
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Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
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Prepare the dandelion greens: Ensure the greens are thoroughly washed to remove any dirt. Pat dry or use a salad spinner to remove excess water.Nourished Kitchen
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Assemble the salad: In a large bowl, combine the dandelion greens, red onion, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and radishes.
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Make the vinaigrette: In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey (or maple syrup), minced garlic, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
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Dress the salad: Pour the vinaigrette over the salad ingredients and toss gently to combine, ensuring all components are evenly coated.
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Add toppings: Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese and toasted nuts over the salad just before serving.
Notes
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Foraging dandelion greens is a cost-effective option, but always ensure they are harvested from areas free of pesticides and pollutants.Vibrant plate+2Herbes et Remèdes Gratuits+2Nourished Kitchen+2
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If dandelion greens are too bitter for your taste, consider blanching them briefly in boiling water, then cooling them in an ice bath before using in the salad.
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Feel free to customize the salad by adding other seasonal vegetables or proteins like grilled chicken or chickpeas.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg