Salad Greens with Nasturtium Flowers
Brighten your table with the vibrant colors and fresh flavors of Salad Greens with Nasturtium Flowers—a delightful mix of tender arugula, spinach, and lettuce, complemented by juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber slices, and a zesty homemade vinaigrette. The star of this salad, however, is the edible nasturtium flowers, which not only add a pop of color but also an unexpected peppery note that elevates the dish. Ready in just 15 minutes, this elegant salad is perfect for impressing dinner guests or bringing a touch of gourmet flair to everyday meals. Packed with garden-fresh ingredients and bursting with flavor, this salad is as visually stunning as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups Mixed salad greens (arugula, spinach, and lettuce)
- 12 whole Nasturtium flowers
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium-sized Cucumber
- 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Wash the mixed salad greens thoroughly under cold running water. Pat them dry using a clean kitchen towel or a salad spinner.
Rinse the nasturtium flowers gently in cold water to remove any dirt or insects. Lay them on a paper towel to dry completely.
Halve the cherry tomatoes and set them aside.
Peel the cucumber, slice it thinly, and set aside.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to make the vinaigrette. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, cherry tomatoes, and cucumber slices.
Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to coat the ingredients evenly.
Carefully add the nasturtium flowers to the salad, arranging them beautifully on top as a garnish.
Serve the salad immediately to enjoy the fresh flavors and stunning presentation.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
501 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.1 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.2 g | 31% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1380 mg | 60% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 29.0 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.2 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.6 g | ||
| Protein | 7.2 g | 14% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 197 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 4.6 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 1419 mg | 30% | |
*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.
