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Easter Salad

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A vibrant, spring-inspired Easter salad featuring crisp greens, colorful vegetables, tangy feta, and a light lemon‑herb vinaigrette — perfect for holiday gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 6 cups mixed spring greens (arugula, baby spinach, butter lettuce)
  • 1 cup radishes, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup sugar snap peas, halved
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 medium carrot, julienned
  • 4 oz feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/4 cup toasted sliced almonds
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (for greens)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • For Lemon‑Herb Vinaigrette:
    • 3 tablespoons extra‑virgin olive oil
    • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
    • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
    • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
    • 1 small garlic clove, minced
    • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill or parsley
    • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, toss the spring greens lightly with 1 tablespoon olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
  2. Arrange the dressed greens on a serving platter or bowl.
  3. Evenly scatter sliced radishes, sugar snap peas, cherry tomatoes, and julienned carrot over the greens.
  4. Sprinkle crumbled feta, chopped dill and parsley, and toasted almonds on top.
  5. In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, minced garlic, chopped herbs, and salt and pepper until emulsified.
  6. Just before serving, drizzle the lemon‑herb vinaigrette over the salad and gently toss to coat.
  7. Serve immediately and enjoy the fresh, bright flavors!”

Notes

  • Make it gluten‑free by omitting almonds or substituting with pumpkin seeds.
  • Make a make‑ahead salad bar: prepare components separately and toss with dressing right before serving.
  • Add protein such as grilled shrimp or sliced chicken to make it a main course.
  • Use shaved asparagus or snap pea shoots for more spring flair.
  • Garnish with edible flowers like nasturtiums or pansies for a festive Easter touch.

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