A walk through a spring garden…on a plate! This is, perhaps, more of a suggestion than a recipe, but it is wonderful to expand your perspective on what should be in a salad! Be experimental and open to new textures and tastes! Include a rainbow of colours and a variety of textures and then top it off with this Creamy Oil-free Avocado Dressing.
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Spring Garden Salad
Combine the newly sprouted greens with bright blossoms from edible flowers and you have a feast for the eyes and so much goodness for your body and mind!
Collect a variety of baby greens. So much is edible, but check if you are not sure, of course. All the types included here are sweet and tender and very edible! It is a great idea in the spring to eat all the "microgreens" you might ordinarily throw out when you are thinning veggies.
Wash the greens and pat dry. You can put them in a bag in the fridge and they will keep well.
Radishes grow easily in the spring and add a great colour and crunch. If you have too many for the salad, try roasting them and using them in a wrap! Slice thinly.
Check out which flowers are edible...there are so many! Violas and pansies are so lovely, but rose petals, and marigold blossoms are delicious, too! They don't have much flavour but they are gorgeous! Make sure to wash them gently first if you are not sure about sprays.
As a final touch, throw on some toasted sunflower seeds, or add some pistachios for a great crunch.
Make the easy Creamy Oil-free Avocado Dressing and drizzle over.Enjoy!
Welcome! I hope I can inspire you to find joy in creating beautiful, delicious, plant-based food in your own kitchen! I am about speaking out for love and compassion; about making a little necessary noise to promote greater understanding and connection; about knowing better and then doing better, because we must; and about making a difference with every mindful choice. Here, may you find inspiration for your heart and palate!