The Incredible Edible Flower Salad With Fresh Herbs

Name: The Incredible Edible Flower Salad With Fresh Herbs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Salad; 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); Mustard-Dill Seed Vinaigrette; 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

Servings: persons

Salad
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)
Mustard-Dill Seed Vinaigrette
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

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*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.
2
VINAIGRETTE: In a small, non-reactive bowl whisk together all salad dressing ingredients. Set aside. Best prepared 30 minutes to 1 hour in advance.
3
SALAD: Wash and *gently* pat dry the butterhead lettuce, all herbal greens and edible flowers.
4
Tear apart the butterhead lettuce and any large-leafed herbs.
5
In a pretty salad bowl, toss together all greens except for the flowers.
6
Pour the vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to coat.
7
Garnish with the edible flowers and serve immediately.

156

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* 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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 22 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Salad, 1 small butterhead lettuce, 1 cup baby arugula leaf, 1 cup baby spinach leaves, and more.

Yes, The Incredible Edible Flower Salad With Fresh Herbs 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!