Let's face it, May isn't exactly the time when your garden is in full bloom. In fact, your principal crop right now may be mud. But never fear -- there are a ton of early summer greens and fruits you can combine into a salad, making this the perfect beginning to your Beltane feast! Make sure, though, when shopping, that you use the freshest ingredients.
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Ingredients:
- 2 C leafy greens, such as baby spinach or arugula
- 2 C dandelion leaves, washed and drained
- 1 tomato, diced
- 1/2 C diced cucumber (remove seeds)
- 4 green onions, chopped
- A few leaves of basil, chopped
- 1/2 C nuts, chopped
- 1 C. fresh raspberries or strawberries
- 2 hardboiled eggs, sliced
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- Dressing:
- 1/2 C extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 C strawberry vinegar
- 2 tsp Dijon mustard
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 Tbsp honey
- A pinch of salt and pepper
Preparation:
Combine all salad ingredients in a bowl. Whisk dressing ingredients together, and serve over salad. This is a perfect meal to eat out on the patio, with some soft buttered bread and a glass of wine.
