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Beautiful Salad Recipe

A stunning and healthy salad inspired by the Healing Herbs Cookbook! This vibrant recipe is perfect for impressing guests with its beautiful edible flowers and delicious blend of fresh ingredients. Customize it with raspberries or strawberries instead of blueberries for a delightful twist. Get ready to create a show-stopping centerpiece for your next meal!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 180.9 kcal
Protein 3g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Beautiful Salad

  • 5 oz mixed salad greens
  • 2 oz alfalfa sprouts
  • 1/2 cup blueberries
  • 1/4 cup raisins
  • 1/4 cup chopped dried apricots
  • 1/4 cup chopped almonds
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • fresh edible flowers (for garnish)
  • salt (to taste)
  • black pepper (to taste)
  • edible herb flowering tops (optional garnish)

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How to Make Beautiful Salad

  1. Gather your edible flowers: bergamot, borage, calendula, chicory, clove pinks, dandelion, echinacea, hollyhock, hyssop, lavender, day lilies, nasturtium, pansy, rose, and violets. (Note: Ensure all flowers are safe for consumption.)
  2. Prepare edible herb flowering tops (e.g., chives, thyme).
  3. In a large bowl, combine 5 oz mixed salad greens, 2 oz alfalfa sprouts, 1/2 cup blueberries (or raspberries/strawberries), 1/4 cup raisins, 1/4 cup chopped dried apricots, and 1/4 cup chopped nuts (e.g., walnuts, pecans).
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons olive oil and 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar.
  5. Season the dressing with salt and black pepper to taste.
  6. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
  7. Arrange the salad on a large shallow serving platter. Garnish generously with the edible flowers.
  8. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

28g

Fat

10g

Carbs

3g

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