LONG LIVE THE IRISH GREEN SALAD!

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An Irish-inspired salad recipe I tested and assembled for our upcoming annual St. Patrick's Day meal. Use any (mixed) salad greens of your choice. One shamrock-shaped cookie cutter (not too large) is required for this recipe. Feel free to substitute green beans and yellow/wax beans for the asparagus.

Provided by COOKGIRl

Categories     European

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

6 cups mixed greens (or you can use one specific lettuce or greens of choice)
1 medium granny smith apple, unpeeled, diced small (use a small amount of lemon juice or vinegar and toss to stop the browning)
12 -16 asparagus spears (ends trimmed) or 12 -16 asparagus tips (ends trimmed)
of fresh mint, minced (about 2 tablespoons)
2 ounces irish cheddar cheese, cubed small (we love Irish Dubliner)
1 small parsnips or 1 small carrot, peeled and grated
1 -2 large green bell pepper
3 tablespoons raisins (golden or dark, currants can be substituted, too)
1/2 cup whole milk buttermilk
cream, for thinning (optional, if needed)
2 -3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons sour cream (or plain yogurt)
salt, to taste
black pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Note: I used leftover roasted asparagus spears from the previous night's dinner. Roasted would be preferred over steaming (my personal opinion.).
  • Whisk the salad dressing ingredients together and refrigerate. Best prepared 1 hour in advance of serving.
  • Combine the salad ingredients in a bowl except for the bell pepper and raisins. Toss.
  • Take a shamrock-shaped cookie cutter and cut out shapes from the green bell pepper. (You may need an extra bell pepper to do this step.) How to: first slice the bell pepper lengthwise from stem to bottom. Remove seeds and membrane. Cut out shapes.
  • Divide the salad onto [4] salad plates. Garnish with the shamrock-shaped slices of bell pepper; add the raisins.

Md Nishan
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This salad is a staple in my house. It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


__BUNNY__ __OFFICAL__
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I love this salad! It's so refreshing and the dressing is delicious. I always add a little extra cheese and bacon.


Shawon Sarkar
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.


Mohamad hajaj
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family. I love the tangy dressing and the crunch of the walnuts.


Yulisa Gonzalez
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I'm always looking for new salad recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. It's a great combination of flavors and textures, and the dressing is really delicious.


Chukwuma Ibik
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This is a great salad for summer. It's light and refreshing, and the dressing is really tasty.


mohd israil
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. I love the combination of the greens, apples, walnuts, and cheese. The dressing is also delicious.


ABC Acount
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved it. I'll definitely be making it again.


M Arfaan
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This is one of my go-to salads. It's so easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. I love the addition of the apples and walnuts, which add a nice sweetness and crunch.


MD likon Mia
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I'm not usually a fan of salads, but this one changed my mind. The dressing was so flavorful and the ingredients were so fresh. I'll definitely be making this again!


Oluchi Abiye
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This Irish Green Salad was an absolute delight! The combination of flavors and textures was incredibly refreshing and satisfying. I especially loved the tangy dressing, which perfectly complemented the crisp greens and sweet apples.