Best 3 Strawberry Endive Salad With Edible Flowers Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey with this exquisite strawberry endive salad recipe, adorned with edible flowers. This vibrant and refreshing salad is a symphony of flavors and textures, offering a delightful balance between sweet and bitter. The crisp endive leaves provide a sturdy base, while the sweet and juicy strawberries burst with flavor in every bite. Edible flowers, like pansies, violas, or nasturtiums, add a touch of elegance and a pop of color, transforming this salad into an edible work of art.

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STRAWBERRY AND FETA SALAD



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This unusual combination of strawberries, feta cheese, toasted almonds and romaine lettuce in a sweet and tangy dressing is sure to please your guests. A guaranteed pleaser for any potluck or BBQ meal!!!

Provided by Andrea Longo Policella

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Romaine Lettuce Salad Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup slivered almonds
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon honey
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
¼ cup raspberry vinegar
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 cup vegetable oil
1 head romaine lettuce, torn
1 pint fresh strawberries, sliced
1 cup crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook the almonds, stirring frequently, until lightly toasted. Remove from heat, and set aside.
  • In a bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together the garlic, honey, Dijon mustard, raspberry vinegar, balsamic vinegar, brown sugar, and vegetable oil.
  • In a large bowl, toss together the toasted almonds, romaine lettuce, strawberries, and feta cheese. Cover with the dressing mixture, and toss to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 377.9 calories, Carbohydrate 12.4 g, Cholesterol 22.4 mg, Fat 34.3 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 7.1 g, SaturatedFat 7.7 g, Sodium 301.4 mg, Sugar 8.2 g

THE INCREDIBLE EDIBLE FLOWER SALAD WITH FRESH HERBS



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From Delicious Living! Make a colorful splash for your next get-together! For quicker preparation, use a bag of organic mixed greens.

Provided by COOKGIRl

Categories     Vegetable

Time 15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 20

1 small butterhead lettuce
1 cup baby arugula leaf
1 cup baby spinach leaves
1 cup watercress leaf
1/2 cup fresh basil leaf, loosely packed
1/2 cup fresh Italian parsley, chopped coarsely
1/2 cup sorrel (or 1 cup purslane)
1/2 cup baby mustard greens or 1/2 cup collard greens
1/3 cup fresh chives, snipped
1/3 cup fresh chervil, snipped
2 tablespoons fresh dill, snipped
1/2-1 cup fresh edible flower (read *NOTE)
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1/2 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons honey
1/2 teaspoon dill seed, slightly crushed
1 garlic clove, finely minced
salt, to taste
cracked black pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • *NOTE: Any of the following **UNSPRAYED/PESTICIDE-FREE** flowers will work in this recipe: nasturtiums, daylilies, pansies, borage, roses or the flowers from culinary herbs.
  • VINAIGRETTE: In a small, non-reactive bowl whisk together all salad dressing ingredients. Set aside. Best prepared 30 minutes to 1 hour in advance.
  • SALAD: Wash and *gently* pat dry the butterhead lettuce, all herbal greens and edible flowers.
  • Tear apart the butterhead lettuce and any large-leafed herbs.
  • In a pretty salad bowl, toss together all greens except for the flowers.
  • Pour the vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to coat.
  • Garnish with the edible flowers and serve immediately.

GREEN SALAD WITH EDIBLE FLOWERS



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Edible flowers are available at forthegourmet.com.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 teaspoon red-wine vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
5 1/2 ounces tender baby salad greens (about 12 cups)
1 package (50-count) unsprayed violas (small pansies) or other edible flowers

Steps:

  • Combine vinegar and mustard in a bowl. Gradually whisk in oil, then season dressing with salt and pepper.
  • Toss dressing with greens and top with flowers. Serve immediately.

Tips:

  • To ensure the best flavor, use ripe, in-season strawberries.
  • Choose small, tender endive leaves for the salad.
  • If you don't have access to edible flowers, you can garnish the salad with fresh herbs like mint or basil.
  • Use a light hand when dressing the salad, as too much dressing can overwhelm the delicate flavors.
  • Serve the salad immediately after assembling to prevent the endive leaves from wilting.

Conclusion:

Strawberry endive salad with edible flowers is a refreshing, flavorful, and visually stunning dish that is perfect for a summer meal. With its combination of sweet strawberries, slightly bitter endive, and bright, floral notes from the edible flowers, this salad is sure to impress your guests. So next time you're looking for a unique and delicious salad recipe, give this one a try.

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