Description
A refreshing and vibrant Herb and Radish Salad featuring crisp radishes, fresh parsley, mint, and dill, complemented by crunchy toasted walnuts and tangy crumbled feta cheese. Tossed in a light lemon and honey vinaigrette, this salad is a perfect quick and healthy appetizer or side dish.
Ingredients
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Salad
- 1 bunch radishes, thinly sliced
- 1 cup fresh parsley leaves
- 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves
- 1/4 cup fresh dill fronds
- 1/3 cup walnuts, toasted and chopped
- 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese
Vinaigrette
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Combine herbs and radishes: In a large bowl, combine the thinly sliced radishes with fresh parsley, mint, and dill leaves. Gently toss to mix all the ingredients evenly without bruising the delicate herbs.
- Add walnuts and feta: Sprinkle the toasted and chopped walnuts along with the crumbled feta cheese over the herb and radish mixture to add texture and a rich, tangy flavor profile.
- Prepare vinaigrette: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey (or maple syrup), and season with salt and pepper to taste. This creates a bright, balanced dressing that enhances the freshness of the salad.
- Toss salad with vinaigrette: Pour the prepared vinaigrette over the salad ingredients and gently toss to coat everything evenly, ensuring each bite is flavorful.
- Serve immediately: Plate the salad immediately after tossing to maintain the crispness of the radishes and freshness of the herbs. Optionally, garnish with extra walnuts or herbs for an appealing presentation.
Notes
- To toast walnuts, dry roast them in a skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes until fragrant and slightly browned, stirring frequently.
- This salad is best served fresh to enjoy the crisp texture of radishes and herbs.
- For a vegan option, replace feta cheese with a plant-based cheese alternative or omit entirely.
- Adjust honey or maple syrup in the vinaigrette to taste based on how sweet or tangy you prefer the dressing.
- Can be prepared up to 30 minutes in advance; keep vinaigrette separate until ready to serve.
