Description

A Fresh Spring Garden Salad is a vibrant mix of tender greens, crisp vegetables, nuts, and edible flowers tossed in a light citrus-herb dressing. Perfect for weddings, garden parties, or summer gatherings, this salad showcases seasonal produce at its peak, offering a balance of textures and flavors. Learn how to assemble, dress, and present this ultimate garden salad with simple steps and expert tips. With customizable ingredients and make-ahead options, this recipe brings color, freshness, and elegance to any table.

Ingredients

Scale

6 cups mixed spring greens (arugula, butter lettuce, spinach)

1.5 cups cherry tomatoes, halved

0.5 cup radishes, thinly sliced

1 cup English cucumber, sliced

1 large avocado, sliced or cubed

0.25 cup fresh herbs (parsley, mint, dill)

a handful edible flowers (pansies, nasturtiums, viola)

0.25 cup nuts or seeds (almonds, pumpkin, sunflower), toasted

1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil

2 tablespoons lemon juice

1 teaspoon honey

1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

salt, to taste

black pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Wash and dry greens thoroughly and place in a large bowl

2. Slice cucumbers, radishes, and avocado evenly and add to the greens

3. Halve cherry tomatoes and arrange in the bowl

4. Chop or leave herbs intact and add to the salad

5. In a small bowl whisk olive oil, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, pepper, and chopped herbs to make the dressing

6. Drizzle half the dressing over the salad and toss gently with tongs or spoons

7. Add more dressing as needed until leaves are lightly coated

8. Sprinkle toasted nuts or seeds over the salad

9. Garnish with edible flowers for color and texture

10. Chill for 10–15 minutes before serving

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: salad
Method: mixing
Cuisine: american

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 150
Sugar: 4
Sodium: 100
Fat: 10
Saturated Fat: 1.5
Unsaturated Fat: 7
Trans Fat: 0
Carbohydrates: 12
Fiber: 3
Protein: 3
Cholesterol: 0

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