Spring Green Salad Honey Mustard (Printable)

Crisp spring greens combined with snap peas and toasted almonds in a tangy honey mustard dressing.

# What You'll Need:

→ Salad

01 - 4 cups mixed spring greens (arugula, baby spinach, watercress, baby lettuce)
02 - 1 cup snap peas, trimmed and sliced
03 - 1 small cucumber, thinly sliced
04 - 4 radishes, thinly sliced
05 - 2 tablespoons fresh chives, finely chopped
06 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, roughly chopped
07 - 1/3 cup sliced almonds, toasted

→ Honey Mustard Dressing

08 - 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
09 - 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
10 - 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
11 - 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
12 - 1.5 teaspoons honey
13 - 1 small garlic clove, finely minced
14 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

# Step-by-step Directions:

01 - Heat a dry skillet over medium heat. Add sliced almonds and toast for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring frequently, until golden and fragrant. Transfer to a plate and allow to cool completely.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together extra virgin olive oil, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, and minced garlic. Season with salt and pepper to your preference.
03 - In a large salad bowl, combine spring greens, snap peas, cucumber slices, radish slices, chives, and parsley. Mix gently to distribute ingredients evenly.
04 - Pour the honey mustard dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently until all ingredients are evenly coated.
05 - Transfer the salad to serving plates and sprinkle toasted almonds on top immediately before serving to maintain maximum crunchiness.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick and easy to prepare, taking just 20 minutes from start to finish.
  • A refreshing mix of textures and flavors with crisp greens, crunchy almonds, and tangy dressing.
  • Suitable for vegetarians and gluten-free diets, making it accessible and versatile.
  • Perfect for spring and summer meals as a light appetizer or lunch.
02 -
  • Toast almonds carefully, watching closely to prevent burning and enhance flavor.
  • Use a small whisk or fork to emulsify the dressing ingredients well for a smooth texture.
  • Trim and slice snap peas to add a crunchy bite without overpowering the salad.
  • Season dressing gradually, tasting before adding more salt or pepper.
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