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Spring Salad for Easter

Fresh Spring Salad for Easter: Vibrant and Delicious Delight

This Spring Salad for Easter is a vibrant mix of fresh ingredients perfect for holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 cups mixed lettuce butter lettuce and romaine
  • 1 large cucumber sliced into rounds or half-moons
  • 4 medium radishes thinly sliced
  • 2 large avocados cubed just before serving
  • 1 cup artichoke hearts opt for tender brands like Reese
  • 1 bunch asparagus trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 1 tablespoon dill fresh herb
  • 1 tablespoon mint fresh herb
For the Dressing
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice adjust to taste
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar can substitute with balsamic
  • 1 clove garlic minced finely
  • 1 small shallot finely diced
  • 1/4 cup olive oil high-quality extra virgin
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper

Equipment

  • salad bowl
  • salad spinner
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Whisk
  • Pot
  • bowl for ice water
  • Small Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Wash the butter lettuce and romaine under cold running water and dry using a salad spinner. Tear or chop into bite-sized pieces and place in a large salad bowl.
  2. Slice the cucumbers and thinly slice the radishes. Toss them into the bowl with the lettuce.
  3. Trim the asparagus and blanch in boiling salted water for 2-3 minutes. Transfer to ice water to cool.
  4. Add cooled asparagus, artichoke hearts, dill, mint, and avocado to the salad bowl. Gently mix to combine.
  5. Whisk together garlic, shallot, lemon juice, and apple cider vinegar in a bowl. Slowly drizzle in olive oil while whisking until emulsified. Season with salt and pepper.
  6. Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving and toss gently to coat.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store any leftover salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days, dressing separately until serving.

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