Spring Greens Salad w/ Lemon Poppy Seed Dressing
Common Salad Green Chart We've had some very hot weather the past week or so...I'm talking 80+F! It seems like we skipped right over Spring and went two feet into Summer. While I'm not complaining, it has been very nice and sunny, I wasn't quite expecting this so soon. Luckily our garden is over-joyed about the weather blossoming, sprouting and blooming. This has lead to an abundance of leafy greens, perfect for light Spring/Summer Salads on these hot days. Since we are growing our vegetables for Summer, I like to grow a wide variety of leafy greens so as not to get bored. For this Spring Salad I used a mix of lettuce, spinach, chard, and sprouts, then topped it with a tart honey lemon poppy seed dressing. This dish is a perfectly simple appetizer or side dish; the dressing complements the individual flavors of the greens without over powering them, while the carrot adds a hint of sweetness, and the hemps seeds an extra bit of crunch and a whopping
New Orleans is on our list and will be part of our next visit to the USA where we will split our time between the south and the Pacific North-West. Still some time away yet though. I love the painting and the fact that it was done on an old slate. Very attractive.
ReplyDeleteNew Orleans, particularly the French Quarter, is a trip not to be missed, but also one not to be rushed. You'll have a great time no doubt! :)
Deletethat looks absolutely lovely. i must get there some day. can't wait to try the food too.
ReplyDeleteThanks Sherry! It's a great place to visit, and honestly the food is as good as they say! :)
Delete