PURSLANE, MEYER LEMON, AND PEAR SALAD WITH MAKRUT LIME VINAIGRETTE
Purslane's fleshy texture and subtle citrus notes work well with the gentle flavors of Meyer lemon and makrut lime leaves.
Provided by Laurent Gras
Categories Salad Fruit Leafy Green No-Cook Lemon Pear Radish Summer Lemongrass Gourmet
Yield Makes 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 22
Steps:
- Make vinaigrette:
- Cut peel, including white pith, from lemon with a small sharp knife. Working over a bowl to catch juices, cut lemon segments free from membranes, letting segments drop into bowl.
- Crush lemongrass stalk with side of a heavy knife (to release oils), then thinly slice. Bring stock, lemongrass, and chile to a boil in a 1- to 1 1/2-quart heavy saucepan. Cover pan and remove from heat, then let stand 20 minutes.
- Return to a boil and add lemon segments with juice and lime leaves. Cover pan and remove from heat, then let stand 20 minutes more.
- Pour mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a small bowl, discarding solids, then return to saucepan and whisk in oil. Bring vinaigrette to a boil and whisk in cornstarch mixture, then simmer, whisking occasionally, 2 minutes. Cool completely. Whisk in herbs and salt and pepper to taste.
- Make salad:
- Using slicer, cut Meyer lemon (with skin) crosswise, pears lengthwise (discarding cores), and radishes lengthwise into very thin slices (about 1/16 inch thick) and transfer to a large bowl. Add purslane, oil, lemon juice, and fleur de sel and pepper to taste and toss gently.
- Divide salad among 6 plates and spoon vinaigrette over and around each. Serve salads with jasmine crackers on the side.
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Akram Jam
j.a63@yahoo.comThis salad is a great example of how simple ingredients can come together to create something truly special.
Malik Shakeel Ahmad
m-a@hotmail.frI love how this salad can be made ahead of time. It's perfect for busy weeknights.
Parminderkaur Italy
p-i53@gmail.comThis salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their fruits and vegetables.
Durga Datt Awasthi
d@gmail.comI'm not a fan of pears, but I loved this salad. The pears added a nice sweetness and crunch.
Kigozi Ryan
kigozi-ryan@aol.comThis salad is a bit pricey to make, but it's a great option for a special occasion.
Shani Rajput
s.rajput12@gmail.comI didn't have any makrut limes, so I used regular limes instead. The salad was still delicious, but I think the makrut limes would have added a more unique flavor.
Luci King
k.luci@gmail.comI found that the salad was a bit too tart for my taste. I added a little bit of honey to balance out the flavors.
amjad Hyderabadi
a-h20@gmail.comThis salad is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. The flavors are complex and delicious.
mugabe tresor
tresor.m@gmail.comI love the crunch of the walnuts in this salad. They add a nice textural contrast to the soft fruit and greens.
taha Azan
azan-taha72@gmail.comThis salad is a great way to use up leftover fruit. I had some pears that were about to go bad, and they were perfect for this recipe.
Uknown John
john_u@yahoo.comI'm not a huge fan of purslane, but this salad changed my mind. The flavors are so well-balanced that the purslane's tanginess is perfectly complemented by the other ingredients.
Isaac Samaar
isaac74@aol.comI made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavors and the beautiful presentation.
Bob Smuggla
b-smuggla48@gmail.comThis salad is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It's also a great side dish for grilled chicken or fish.
Dakota Meekis
m.d@aol.comI'm always looking for new ways to use purslane, and this salad is a great option. It's a healthy and delicious way to get your daily dose of greens.
Diego Torres
diego_torres40@gmail.comThis salad is a great way to showcase seasonal produce. The pears and Meyer lemons are at their peak right now, and they add a wonderful sweetness and brightness to the dish.
May Rabbi Hossain
r.may15@hotmail.comThe makrut lime vinaigrette is the star of this show! It's so aromatic and flavorful, with just the right amount of tang. I could drink it straight from the bottle.
Diale Kgatitsoe
k@yahoo.comI love how this salad highlights the unique flavors of purslane. It's a vegetable that often gets overlooked, but it has a wonderful tangy flavor that pairs perfectly with the citrus and fruit in this salad.
Khaja Mohiuddin
k.m@gmail.comThis salad was a delightful surprise! The combination of purslane, Meyer lemon, pear, and makrut lime vinaigrette created a symphony of flavors that tantalized my taste buds. The salad was refreshing, light, and packed with nutrients.