With the weather warming up and schedules getting busier, we’re all about throwing together quick salads—and this spring version from Rachael Mahoney of Kinney Lane, a Greenwich, CT-based healthy prepared meal delivery business, is at the top of our list. “This salad is so easy to make, looks absolutely beautiful and can be paired with any protein so it is super versatile. Best of all it’s so springy and delish,” says Rachael. She adds: “As a company whose menu changes every week, we always say the best way to consistently make food taste good is to use local, in-season ingredients and let the fresh produce do the heavy lifting. This salad is a prime example of our philosophy.”
Fresh Spring Salad
Recipe Level: Easy
Servings: 4
Ingredients:
Salad:
- Half a bunch of fresh radishes (about 1 ½ cups)
- Half a bunch of asparagus, about 5 or 6
- 2 cups of snap peas
- ¼ cup feta cheese (or finely chopped hearts of palm if vegan)*
- Salt and pepper to taste
Spring Mint Vinaigrette:
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp finely chopped mint, plus a little extra to add on the salad
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions:
- Boil water. Blanch asparagus for 2-3 minutes and then place in ice or rinse under cold water to stop cooking. Once cool cut on a bias in ¼-inch pieces and place in a larger bowl.
- Make vinaigrette while water is boiling by adding all ingredients except olive oil in blender. Add in olive oil slowly as you blend. If you don’t have a blender handy, just place all ingredients in a mason jar and shake until blended. If using mason jar method just be sure to chop mint finely.
- Thinly cut radishes and add to the bowl.
- Thinly cut snap peas on a bias and add to the bowl.
- Very lightly coat vegetables with mint vinaigrette and crumble cheese on top. Add a little extra mint. Serve right away and enjoy with your favorite protein.
Fjällräven Gift Guide: Warm, Functional & Stylish Essentials
When giving clothing or accessories, we're always looking for pieces that are made well and will last for years. From a go-anywhere backpack to a warm coat that will never go out of style, these gifts from our favorite Swedish brand fit the bill and are...
Paper Greats: Pretty Paper Goods That Will Give You Back Time
On the website for their new paper goods company, Paper Greats, CT-based founders Heather Terry and Selina Fletcher write: “Life is short—let us take something off of your plate and put it on ours.” You don’t have to ask us twice—and we’re already huge...
Where Designer Chris Roughan Shops for Holiday Décor
Chris Roughan of Roughan Interiors is well-known in Greenwich, New York City, Palm Beach and beyond for her warm and sophisticated style. Since 1994, she has focused on carefully listening to clients to create spaces they truly love to live in. “Every...