Indulge in the vibrant flavors of spring with this delightful dish of Greens with Pickled Cranberries and Buttermilk Dressing, a symphony of fresh, tangy, and creamy flavors. This recipe showcases a medley of hearty greens, including arugula, spinach, and kale, tossed in a zesty buttermilk dressing. The tangy pickled cranberries add a burst of acidity, while the crumbled goat cheese and toasted walnuts provide a delightful textural contrast. This dish is not only visually stunning but also packed with nutrients, making it a perfect choice for a healthy and satisfying meal. In addition to the main recipe, this article also includes variations for a vegan buttermilk dressing and a step-by-step guide to pickling cranberries at home. Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting your culinary journey, this recipe is sure to impress your taste buds and leave you craving for more.
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GREENS WITH BUTTERMILK DRESSING
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories side-dish
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 0
Steps:
- Whisk 5 tablespoons buttermilk, 3 tablespoons olive oil, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon sugar and 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt in a large bowl. Add 6 cups baby greens, 2 cups watercress, 1 cup halved grape tomatoes and 2 tablespoons chopped scallions. Season with salt and pepper. Toss to coat.
PICKLED DRESSING
Capers and pickles give this dressing a briny flavor that pairs well with fresh vegetables.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 5m
Yield 1 cup
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Whisk together the yogurt, capers, pickles and a generous pinch of salt in a small bowl. Whisk in the lemon juice, pickle juice and a couple turns of freshly ground black pepper until blended.
GRILLED CHICKEN WITH GREEN BEANS AND BUTTERMILK DRESSING
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 40m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- For the buttermilk dressing: Whisk together the buttermilk, mayonnaise, chives, parsley, garlic, lemon zest and juice and 1 tablespoon water in a medium bowl. Season with salt and pepper and set aside.
- For the grilled chicken and beans: Preheat a grill or grill pan (over 2 burners) to medium-high heat. Make a double thickness of aluminum foil about 18 inches square. Toss the green beans with the olive oil and salt and pepper to taste and spread on one half of the foil. Fold the foil to seal the green beans in a rectangular package, leaving a little dome at the top. Put the green bean package on the grill and grill until tender, about 18 minutes. Remove from the grill and let the beans steam in the package until ready to serve.
- Meanwhile, brush the onion rings with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill on the other side of the grill until charred and tender, 8 to 10 minutes. Remove to a bowl when done.
- Sprinkle the chicken with salt and pepper, brush with olive oil and squeeze the 2 lemon halves over. Grill the chicken, turning once, until cooked through, about 3 minutes per side. During the last 2 minutes, add the lemon quarters to the grill just to char.
- To serve: Empty the green beans into the bowl with the onions and toss with 3 tablespoons of the dressing. Mound the vegetables on plates or a platter and top with the chicken. Drizzle with the remaining dressing and garnish with the grilled lemon wedges.
BUTTERMILK-HERB DRESSING
This tangy dressing loaded with fresh herbs brings any salad to life.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 5m
Yield about 1 cup
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Whisk together the mayonnaise, herbs and a generous pinch of salt in a small bowl. Whisk in the buttermilk and a couple turns of freshly ground black pepper until blended.
GREEN SALAD WITH BUTTERMILK DRESSING
Crisp iceberg lettuce and peppery watercress make a fresh springtime salad
Provided by Emma Lewis
Categories Dinner, Lunch, Side dish
Time 10m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- First make the dressing. Mix together the garlic, buttermilk and mayonnaise. When ready to serve, arrange the watercress and iceberg on a plate. Drizzle over most of the dressing, serving any leftovers separately for guests to help themselves
Nutrition Facts : Calories 28 calories, Fat 2 grams fat, Carbohydrate 1 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 1 grams sugar, Protein 1 grams protein, Sodium 0.05 milligram of sodium
CREAMY GARLIC-BUTTERMILK DRESSING
Provided by Food Network
Time 20m
Yield 2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Mix all ingredients by shaking in 1-quart jar with a tight-fitting lid. Refrigerate until ready to serve. Shake well before dressing. Good on salad greens, seafood salad or boiled potatoes.
SPRING LAYERED SALAD WITH ASPARAGUS AND BUTTERMILK DRESSING
Layered is the new chopped! We stacked spring's best produce and finished it with a Parmesan-buttermilk dressing (which you can also use on any non-vertical salad). If peas are more your thing, swap them out for the asparagus. You could also add a layer of leftover potato salad, because... why not?
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 55m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Toss the onions with 2 tablespoons each vinegar and cold water and a large pinch of salt in a small bowl. Let sit for at least 30 minutes, tossing occasionally. (The onions will turn bright pink.) Strain.
- Meanwhile, set up a steamer in a pot of simmering water. Add the asparagus, and steam until bright green and crisp-tender, 6 to 8 minutes. Remove, spread out on a baking sheet and let cool.
- Whisk together the buttermilk, Parmesan, mayonnaise, garlic, the remaining 1 tablespoon vinegar, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a small bowl.
- Using a straight-sided 3-quart tall glass bowl for 1 large salad or four 16-ounce wide-mouth glass jars with lids for 4 individual salads, make a first layer with half the arugula, then add the following in separate layers: the radishes, half the broccoli, the snap peas, the pickled red onion, the remaining arugula, the remaining broccoli, and the asparagus and egg. Sprinkle the top with the almonds. (The salad can be put together, covered and refrigerated for up to 2 hours before serving.)
- If making 1 salad, just before serving, transfer it to a large bowl, toss with about half the dressing and season with salt and pepper. If making 4 salads, add dressing to each jar, season with salt and pepper, cover with the lid and shake to coat. Serve the remaining dressing on the side.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 399, Fat 28 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Cholesterol 202 milligrams, Sodium 426 milligrams, Carbohydrate 19 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 20 grams, Sugar 8 grams
SALAD OF SPRING MESCLUN, BLOSSOMS, AND WILD GREENS, WITH LOVAGE-ALLIUM DRESSING
Provided by Food Network
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 30
Steps:
- Toss greens, herbs, and blossoms together with plenty of snipped chives and lovage leaves. (Tear larger leaves to bite size pieces. A kitchen scissors works well to snip lovage and herbs down to size). Combine dry and liquid dressing ingredients, to taste, in a glass cruet and shake thoroughly before sprinkling over salad greens.
FIELD GREENS WITH DRESSING
Provided by Food Network
Time 10m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Combine the olive oil, red wine, white wine, lime juice, and brown sugar in a bowl and mix well. Add the cloves and cinnamon, to taste. Drizzle over field greens, to taste.
- Cut baguette about 4 to 5 inches long. Cut 1 end on a bias. Scoop out the insides and fill with greens. Stand upright on each of 4 plates and garnish with berries.
PICKLED GREEN STRAWBERRIES
Ask for green, or unripe, strawberries at your local farm stand or farmers' market. Serve with a selection of Nordic cheeses and rye crackers.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Appetizers
Time 12h15m
Yield Makes 2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Clean and dry a jar big enough to hold strawberries (at least 2 1/2 cups in capacity). Fill jar with strawberries, then add peppercorns, bay leaves, caraway seeds, and yellow mustard seeds.
- Simmer vinegars, water, honey, and salt in a saucepan over medium heat until honey and salt are dissolved, about 8 minutes. Let cool completely. Pour mixture over strawberries to cover completely. Seal jar and give it a few gentle shakes. Refrigerate at least 12 hours, and serve within 2 days.
Tips:
- Choose fresh, vibrant greens: Arugula, spinach, kale, and watercress are all great choices. Avoid wilted or bruised leaves.
- Make the pickled cranberries ahead of time: They can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
- Use a good-quality buttermilk: Fresh buttermilk is best, but you can also use store-bought buttermilk. If using store-bought buttermilk, make sure it is full-fat and not low-fat or nonfat.
- Season the dressing to taste: Add more salt, pepper, or vinegar to taste, if desired.
- Serve the salad immediately: This salad is best enjoyed fresh. The greens will wilt if they sit for too long.
Conclusion:
This salad is a delicious and refreshing way to enjoy fresh greens. The pickled cranberries add a tart and tangy flavor, while the buttermilk dressing is creamy and flavorful. This salad is perfect for a light lunch or dinner, and it is also a great side dish for grilled chicken or fish.
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