Spring Green Salad Honey (Printer Friendly)

Crisp spring greens with tangy honey mustard and crunchy toasted almonds for a refreshing light dish.

# What You Need:

→ Salad

01 - 4 cups mixed spring greens (arugula, baby spinach, watercress, baby lettuce)
02 - 1 cup snap peas, trimmed and sliced
03 - 1 small cucumber, thinly sliced
04 - 4 radishes, thinly sliced
05 - 2 tablespoons fresh chives, finely chopped
06 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, roughly chopped
07 - 1/3 cup sliced almonds, toasted

→ Honey Mustard Dressing

08 - 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
09 - 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
10 - 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
11 - 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
12 - 1 1/2 teaspoons honey
13 - 1 small garlic clove, finely minced
14 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

# How to Make It:

01 - Toast the sliced almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until golden and fragrant. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, and minced garlic. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
03 - In a large salad bowl, combine the spring greens, snap peas, cucumber, radishes, chives, and parsley.
04 - Drizzle the honey mustard dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
05 - Sprinkle the toasted almonds on top just before serving for maximum crunch and optimal freshness.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Quick and easy to prepare in just 20 minutes from start to finish
  • Packed with nutrient-dense spring greens and fresh vegetables for a healthy meal
  • The homemade honey mustard dressing is far superior to store-bought versions
  • Toasted almonds provide a delightful textural contrast and healthy fats
  • Naturally vegetarian and gluten-free, suitable for various dietary preferences
  • Perfect for meal prep—dressing can be made ahead and stored separately
02 -
  • Use the freshest, highest-quality greens you can find for the best flavor and texture
  • Slice vegetables uniformly thin for even distribution and elegant presentation
  • Taste and adjust the dressing seasoning before adding it to the salad
  • Don't overdress—you can always add more, but you can't take it away
  • Let toasted almonds cool completely before adding to prevent wilting the greens
  • For extra flavor, let the minced garlic sit in the lemon juice for a few minutes before whisking in the other dressing ingredients
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