Best 7 Potager Garden Salad With Mesclun Greens Flowers And Herbs Recipes

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Indulge in a symphony of flavors with Potager Garden Salad, a vibrant and refreshing dish bursting with the goodness of fresh produce. This delectable salad showcases a delightful medley of mesclun greens, edible flowers, and aromatic herbs, artfully arranged to create a visually stunning presentation. Embark on a culinary journey as you explore the diverse recipes featured in this article, each offering a unique twist on this classic garden salad. Discover the simplicity of the Classic Potager Garden Salad, where the natural flavors of fresh ingredients shine through. Elevate your taste buds with the tangy and herbaceous Cilantro Lime Potager Garden Salad, featuring a vibrant dressing that adds a zesty kick. For a touch of elegance, try the Potager Garden Salad with Roasted Beets and Goat Cheese, where roasted beets add a hint of sweetness and goat cheese lends a creamy richness. Treat yourself to the hearty and flavorful Potager Garden Salad with Quinoa and Roasted Vegetables, combining the goodness of quinoa with roasted vegetables for a satisfying meal. And for a delightful vegetarian option, explore the Potager Garden Salad with Halloumi and Lemon Dressing, where grilled halloumi cheese pairs perfectly with a refreshing lemon dressing.

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SALAD OF SPRING MESCLUN, BLOSSOMS, AND WILD GREENS, WITH LOVAGE-ALLIUM DRESSING



Salad of Spring Mesclun, Blossoms, and Wild Greens, with Lovage-Allium Dressing image

Provided by Food Network

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 30

Green and red leaf lettuce
Spring mesclun mix (any variety of young greens will do: mustards, arugula, kale, amaranth, perilla, raddichio, etc).
Fresh lovage leaves
Fresh oregano leaves
Fresh sage leaves
Fresh thyme leaves
Fresh marjoram leaves
Young dandelion leaves
Young fireweed and/or river beauty (epilobium species) shoots
Snips yarrow
Edible flowers, as available (nasturtiums, fireweed, begonia petals, borage flowers, violas, pansies, etc. Please be certain that a particular species is edible before ingesting!)
Snipped chives
3/4 cup light olive oil (fresh flaxseed oil is a nice, nutty substitute)
A dash lemon oil, if available (can be omitted)
A few dashes good quality apple cider vinegar
3/4 cup lighter variety balsamic vinegar
3/4 cup water
A dash umeboshi plum vinegar
1 tablespoon minced shallots
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon finely chopped chives
1 tablespoon finely chopped lovage leaves
Dash ground celery seed
Dash dry mustard or 1/4 teaspoon of whole grain fresh mustard
Dash red pepper
Dash ground fenugreek
Pinch nigella seeds (can be skipped if unavailable)
Small pinch nutmeg
Small pinch turmeric
A very tiny hint cinnamon

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.

GARDEN SALAD



Garden Salad image

My old school Garden Salad. The one I can make any day because I always have these vegetables on hand! And sometimes, when I feel like getting really fancy, I even add a sprinkle of parsley. ????There really are no rules when it comes to a Garden Salad. Any greens, any vegetables. Make this your own!

Provided by Nagi

Categories     Side Salad

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 small head iceberg lettuce or other lettuce or leafy greens (, chopped into big bite size pieces (5 to 6 big handfuls))
1 cup cherry or grape tomatoes, halved ((~125g/4oz), or 2 tomatoes cut into wedges or chunks)
1 cucumber (, sliced (medium Lebanese / Persian cucumber, or 1/2 long Telegraph/English cucumber))
1 carrot (, peeled and grated using a box grater)
1 tsp parsley or chives (, very finely chopped (if you're feeling fancy!))
1 tbsp cider vinegar ((or any vinegar or lemon juice) (Note 1))
3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil ((or other neutral oil))
1/2 tsp Dijon Mustard ((or other non spicy smooth mustard))
1/2 tsp cooking/kosher salt ((or 1/4 tsp table salt))
1/2 tsp black pepper

Steps:

  • Dressing: Shake Dressing in a jar. Taste and adjust - more oil for creamier/less tang, vinegar for more tang, sugar if you want touch of sweet.
  • Toss: Place all Salad ingredients in a big bowl. Pour over Dressing. Toss well.
  • Serve: Transfer to serving bowl and serve immediately!

HERB SALAD



Herb Salad image

Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     side-dish

Time 10m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/4 cup white wine vinegar
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon honey
1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more for seasoning
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus more for seasoning
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 bunch flat-leaf parsley, stemmed (about 3 cups)
1 bunch fresh basil, stemmed (about 3 cups)
1 bunch fresh chives, chopped
1 bunch fresh tarragon, stemmed (about 1/2 cup)
1 cup arugula leaves
1 fennel bulb, halved, cored, and thinly sliced
Edible flowers, for garnish

Steps:

  • In a blender or food processor, combine the vinegar, mustard, honey, salt, and pepper until well mixed. With the machine running, gradually add the olive oil until the dressing is smooth and creamy. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl combine the herbs, arugula, and fennel. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Toss the salad with enough dressing to coat. Sprinkle with edible flowers and serve.

GREEN GARDEN SALAD



Green Garden Salad image

"THE SECRET of any salad is the dressing, and in this dressing the ingredient that makes the difference is red wine vinegar. Mixed with olive oil and Italian seasonings, this dressing enhances any kind of greens with a special flavor."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 10 servings (1-1/3 cups dressing).

Number Of Ingredients 15

DRESSING:
3/4 cup olive oil
1/2 cup red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons lemon juice, optional
2 teaspoons grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
SALAD:
8 to 10 cups torn salad greens
1 red onion, sliced into rings
1 cucumber, peeled and sliced
2 to 3 tomatoes, cut into wedges
1 green pepper, sliced into rings

Steps:

  • In a jar or bottle with tight-fitting lid, combine all the dressing ingredients; shake well. Chill. Just before serving, combine greens, onion, cucumber and tomatoes in a large salad bowl. Pour desired amount of dressing over salad; toss to mix. Top with the green pepper rings.

Nutrition Facts :

FLOWER GARDEN SALAD



Flower Garden Salad image

The fragrance and flavor of this salad is outstanding. Pick the blossoms early in the morning. ѿMary Kay Dixson, Catlin, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 to 8 cups mixed salad greens
1 cup packed rose petals
1 cup nasturtium petals, if available
1 cup marigold blossoms, if available
1 tablespoon snipped fresh lemon thyme
DRESSING:
1/3 cup raspberry-flavored vinegar
3/4 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground mustard
1/8 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a large salad bowl, toss greens, flowers and thyme. In a jar with tight-fitting lid, combine dressing ingredients and shake well. Drizzle over salad; serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts :

MESCLUN SALAD



Mesclun Salad image

Categories     Leafy Green     Mustard     Side     No-Cook     Quick & Easy     Lemon     Gourmet     Sugar Conscious     Kidney Friendly     Vegan     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon sugar
2 tablespoons olive oil
5 ounces mesclun (8 cups)

Steps:

  • Whisk together lemon juice, mustard, sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a large bowl until salt and sugar are dissolved, then add oil in a slow stream, whisking until emulsified.
  • Add greens to dressing and toss to coat. Serve immediately.

POTAGER GARDEN SALAD WITH MESCLUN GREENS, FLOWERS AND HERBS



Potager Garden Salad With Mesclun Greens, Flowers and Herbs image

Fresh mixed seasonal greens, berries, flowers and herbs from the potager garden make this salad special. Use whatever is seasonal from your own garden, or from the local Farmer's Market. Ensure that the flowers are edible types, and are unsprayed and grime-free (rinse well and wipe before using).

Provided by BecR2400

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 cups mixed salad greens (leaves of young lettuces in different shades of green and red, pale lacy frisee and other chicories)
3 mint leaves, chopped
3 lemon balm leaves, chopped
3 sprigs fresh chervil, chopped
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 cup fresh ripe raspberries
fresh edible flower (such as violets, johnny jump-ups, nasturtiums, lavender, or rose petals)

Steps:

  • In the bottom of a large salad bowl, whisk together the mustard and the olive oil, then add the vinegar, salt and pepper and mix well.
  • When ready to serve, add the mixed greens and toss until the leaves are evenly coated.
  • Garnish with the raspberries and fresh edible flowers, and serve right away.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 136.3, Fat 13.7, SaturatedFat 1.9, Sodium 160, Carbohydrate 3.8, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 1.4, Protein 0.4

Tips:

  • Choose the freshest ingredients possible. This will make all the difference in the flavor of your salad.
  • Use a variety of greens and herbs. This will give your salad a more interesting flavor and texture.
  • Don't be afraid to add flowers to your salad. They can add a beautiful pop of color and flavor.
  • Use a light dressing. You don't want to overpower the delicate flavors of the salad.
  • Serve your salad immediately. This will prevent the greens from wilting.

Conclusion:

A potager garden salad is a beautiful and delicious way to enjoy the bounty of your garden. With its variety of greens, herbs, flowers, and vegetables, it's a salad that's sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a healthy and refreshing meal, give this potager garden salad a try.

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