Persian Rose Petal Salad
Elevate your salad game with this exquisite Persian Rose Petal Salad, a vibrant and aromatic dish that’s as beautiful as it is delicious. This recipe combines a blend of tender mixed greens—arugula, spinach, and butter lettuce—with the delicate floral notes of fresh, organic rose petals. Juicy pomegranate seeds add bursts of sweetness, while fresh herbs like mint and dill lend a refreshing complexity. Toasted slivered almonds bring a satisfying crunch, perfectly complemented by a luxurious dressing of olive oil, lemon juice, honey, and a touch of rose water. Ready in just 15 minutes, this no-cook salad is a showstopper, perfect for a light yet elegant appetizer or side dish. Ideal for food lovers seeking unique flavors and an unforgettable presentation!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams mixed greens (arugula, spinach, and butter lettuce)
- 10 grams fresh rose petals (organic and pesticide-free)
- 1 medium cucumber
- 100 grams pomegranate seeds
- 20 grams fresh mint leaves
- 10 grams fresh dill
- 50 grams slivered almonds, toasted
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon rose water
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
Thoroughly wash and dry the mixed greens, fresh rose petals, mint leaves, and dill. Set aside.
Slice the cucumber into thin rounds or half-moons, depending on your preference.
In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed greens, cucumber slices, pomegranate seeds, mint leaves, and dill.
Gently scatter the fresh rose petals over the salad, being careful not to bruise them.
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, rose water, honey, salt, and black pepper until well combined to form the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.
Sprinkle the toasted slivered almonds on top for added crunch and garnish with a few extra rose petals for presentation.
Serve immediately and enjoy the delicate and aromatic flavors of your Persian Rose Petal Salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
894 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 71.2 g | 91% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.5 g | 42% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2460 mg | 107% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 58.4 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.6 g | 63% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.3 g | ||
| Protein | 20.4 g | 41% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 432 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 10.0 mg | 56% | |
| Potassium | 2011 mg | 43% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
