Despina Salad Recipe

Name: Despina Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 small mushrooms, sliced; 4 small desiree potatoes, unpeeled; 1 coral lettuce; 1 white onion, sliced into thin crescents; 8 tbsp (125 ml). dill, coarsely chopped; 5 tbsp (70 ml). chives, coarsely chopped; 3 tbsp (45 ml). mild wholegrain mustard; 1 cup (225 ml) rocket; 1/4 cup (60 ml) light olive oil; 1-1/2 tbsp (20 ml). tarragon vinegar

Servings: persons

1
Place the unpeeled potatoes in a medium pot and cover with water.
2
Bring to the boil and cook slowly.
3
Meanwhile, cut the stems from the rocket and place into a salad bowl.
4
Tear the leaves from the lettuce and add to the bowl.
5
Slice the mushrooms and the onion.
6
Add to the salad mixture.
7
Coarsely chop the dill and chives.
8
Add to the salad mixture.
9
Combine the olive oil, vinegar and mustard in a glass.
10
Stir thoroughly and drizzle over the salad mixture.
11
When the potatoes are cooked, slice into 1cm-thick cross-sections.
12
Add to the salad mixture.
13
Season with salt and ground pepper.
14
Toss to combine.

224

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 small mushrooms, sliced, 4 small desiree potatoes, unpeeled, 1 coral lettuce, 1 white onion, sliced into thin crescents, and more.

Yes, Despina Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Despina Salad

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Variations & substitutions

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