GARDEN SALAD WITH HERBS AND SOUR-CHERRY DRESSING

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Handfuls of fresh herbs and leafy greens plus fronds of fennel provide a depth of flavor in this summery salad. Tart cherries are quickly marinated in a simple sherry vinaigrette then mixed with the salad.

Provided by Anna Kovel

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Vegetables

Time 30m

Yield Serves 6 to 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 teaspoons sherry vinegar or aged red-wine vinegar
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
6 ounces fresh sour cherries, rinsed, drained, pitted, and halved or quartered (1 cup)
1 fennel bulb, halved length-wise, cored, and thinly sliced, plus 1/2 cup fronds
2 cups mixed fresh tender-herb leaves, such as shiso, basil, tarragon, anise hyssop, and mint
5 cups mixed greens, such as watercress, amaranth, tatsoi, and arugula
2 spring onions, thinly sliced (1/2 cup)
6 radishes, thinly sliced (1 cup)

Steps:

  • Stir together vinegar, lemon juice, a large pinch of salt, and a few grinds of pepper. Whisk in oil. Stir in cherries; let stand at least 5 minutes and up to 30 minutes.
  • Finely chop fennel fronds; mix with herbs. Toss greens with herb mixture. Gently mix in onions, radishes, and sliced fennel; add dressing and cherries, tossing to combine. Season with salt and pepper and serve immediately.

Ricki Bowman
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I'm excited to try this salad! I love the combination of flavors in the dressing.


Kale khanii Jan
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This salad was easy to make and the dressing was quick to whip up. I'll definitely be making this again.


Lorraine Meza
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I'm not sure how I feel about the sour cherry dressing. It's definitely unique, but I'm not sure if it's my favorite.


Amir Khanyza
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This salad is a great starting point, but I think it has the potential to be even better with some additional ingredients.


KAKURU PETER
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I would have liked to see more variety in the greens used in this salad.


Anita Giri
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Overall, this salad was good, but I think it could be improved with a few tweaks.


Ret Boy
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The dressing was a bit too thick for my liking. I think I'll add a little more olive oil next time.


m siyab
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This salad was a bit too tangy for my taste. I think I'll try using less sour cherries next time.


Elia alasady
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I'm always looking for new and interesting salad recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. The sour cherry dressing is a real winner.


guddu and guria
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This salad is a great way to use up fresh herbs from the garden. I especially love the combination of basil and mint.


Bree Blue
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I love the idea of using sour cherries in a salad dressing. It adds a unique and tangy flavor that I haven't experienced before.


Adeola Haryormide
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Great recipe! I made this salad for a picnic and it was a huge success. The sour cherry dressing was a big hit, and everyone asked for the recipe.


DimondMoon87
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I'm not usually a fan of salads, but this one changed my mind. The dressing was incredibly tasty, and the combination of greens and herbs was refreshing and light.


Hawa Issah
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This salad was a hit at my last potluck! Everyone loved the unique and flavorful dressing. I'll definitely be making this again for future gatherings.


Ryan Stoddard
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I was pleasantly surprised by how well the sour cherry dressing paired with the garden salad. It had a nice balance of tartness and sweetness, and it really brought out the flavors of the greens and herbs.


The Garcia's
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The combination of herbs in this salad was spot-on. The basil, thyme, and mint added a wonderful aromatic layer that elevated the entire dish. Highly recommend!


Annakkarage Peiris
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I followed the recipe exactly, and the salad turned out amazing. The sour cherry dressing was a game-changer, giving the salad a unique and refreshing twist. Will definitely make this again!


Tumisang Ikaneng
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This garden salad with herbs and sour cherry dressing was a delightful burst of flavors! The dressing was tangy and sweet, perfectly complementing the fresh greens and herbs. I added some grilled chicken for a protein boost, and it turned out fantast


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