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Spring Salad

Spring Salad

The ultimate fresh and colorful dish, the Spring Salad is a blend of vibrant greens, tender vegetables, and a zesty dressing. Perfect for springtime gatherings or a light lunch, it brings together the flavors of the season beautifully. You won't want to miss making this delightful salad tonight!
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

  • 1 recipe Lemon Vinaigrette
  • 1/2 recipe Candied Pecans
  • 4 cups Cooked Farro
  • 1 cup Trimmed Green Beans
  • 1/2 bunch Asparagus Cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 cup Spring Peas
  • 12 ounces Spring Mix Lettuce
  • 6 Hard Boiled Eggs Shelled and cut in half
  • 1 bunch Cherry Tomatoes
  • 2 Radishes Thinly sliced
  • 2 Avocados Peeled, seeded, and sliced
  • for garnish Micro Greens
  • Sea Salt To taste
  • Fresh Cracked Pepper To taste

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Chef's Knife
  • Peeler
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

  1. Start by preparing the lemon vinaigrette dressing and set it aside.
  2. Make the candied pecans and then set them to the side.
  3. Cook the farro according to the package, rinse it, and chill it.
  4. Par boil the green beans, asparagus, and peas in a large pot of boiling salted water.
  5. First, add in the beans and asparagus for ninety seconds, then add in the peas and cook for a further ninety seconds.
  6. Rinse and chill the vegetables immediately.
  7. To Plate: Place the greens in a large bowl and accessorize with the cooked farro, par-boiled green beans, asparagus, and peas, hard-boiled eggs, cherry tomatoes, radishes, candied pecans, avocados, and micro greens and serve alongside the vinaigrette.

Notes

  • Tip 1: Letting the lemon vinaigrette sit while you prep everything else gives the flavors time to meld and mellow.
  • Tip 2: Make sure not to overcook the green beans, asparagus, and peas.
  • Tip 3: Prep ahead when possible by cooking the farro, vinaigrette, and boiling eggs the day before.
  • Tip 4: Use ripe avocados for best flavor and texture.
  • Tip 5: Chill ingredients before serving to keep everything refreshing.