ELIZABETHAN ENGLISH HERB AND FLOWER SALAD WITH HONEY DRESSING
An old Elizabethan salad recipe, but with an air of modernity about it, as our interest increases in herbal and floral remedies in today's busy, stressful and hectic world. I have made some suggestions about which flowers and herbs to use - but PLEASE do check that the flowers and herbs you choose to use are edible!! The French also use flowers in their salads, and although the title suggests this to be an English recipe, this style of herbal and floral salad will have been very common throughout Medieval Europe. I serve this at the Auberge when the flowers and herbs are in season - freshly picked from my garden; it is always enjoyed with great relish and is a vibrant topic of dinner party conversation! It makes a lovely appetiser or can be served with the cheese course for an unusual and pretty accompaniment. Make sure that your flowers and herbs are insecticide free, and are not traffic polluted as well.........wipe them or wash them gently, allowing them to dry before using them.
Provided by French Tart
Categories Salad Dressings
Time 5m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Toss together the watercress, lamb's lettuce, spring onions, sorrel, sage, mint and rosemary leaves.
- Mix together the olive oil, lemon juice and honey - season with salt and pepper. Toss the salad with the dressing.
- Place the salad in an attractive serving dish. Scatter the edible flowers over the top of the salad.
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Saad Asghaar
[email protected]This salad is a great way to enjoy the flavors of summer.
Carolyn Norwood Stott
[email protected]This salad is a great way to add some color to your plate. The vibrant colors of the herbs and flowers make it a feast for the eyes.
Roseelaine Pantohan
[email protected]I made this salad for a picnic and it was a big hit. Everyone loved the unique flavors.
Andrew Chidothi
[email protected]This salad is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. The flavors are amazing and it's a beautiful salad to serve.
DYN_ Aspect
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of salads, but this one was really good. The flavors were well-balanced and the honey dressing was delicious.
Jinnie Palinski
[email protected]This salad is a great way to celebrate the bounty of summer. The fresh herbs and flowers are at their peak, and this salad is the perfect way to enjoy them.
Avishek PATEL
[email protected]I love the combination of flavors in this salad. The herbs and flowers add a nice touch of freshness, and the honey dressing is the perfect balance of sweet and tangy.
Ayomide Akintomide
[email protected]This salad is a great way to use up leftover herbs. I had a bunch of basil and mint that was about to go bad, and this salad was the perfect way to use them up.
Md Al amin hossain Soykot
[email protected]I've made this salad several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's the perfect salad for any occasion.
Md Rifat ali
[email protected]This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. The sweet honey dressing makes it a hit with even the pickiest eaters.
Paige Barbee
[email protected]I love that this salad is so versatile. You can use any combination of herbs and flowers that you like.
Ronalyn Botha
[email protected]This salad is a great way to impress your guests. It's easy to make, but it looks and tastes like something out of a fancy restaurant.
Alex Asif
[email protected]I made this salad for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavors and the beautiful presentation.
Joy Macaulay
[email protected]The honey dressing is the perfect complement to the salad. It's light and flavorful, and it doesn't overpower the delicate flavors of the herbs and flowers.
Md Nurullah
[email protected]This salad is a great way to use up fresh herbs from the garden. I особенно liked the combination of mint and basil.
Zara Elis
[email protected]I was skeptical about using flowers in a salad, but I was pleasantly surprised. The flavors were delicate and unique, and the salad was a feast for the eyes as well as the taste buds.
Anwer Sheikh
[email protected]This salad was a delightful journey through history. The flavors and textures of the herbs and flowers were perfectly balanced, and the honey dressing added a touch of sweetness that brought everything together.