Bright Lemon Vinaigrette Salad (Printable Version)

Vibrant spring salad with crisp radishes, sweet peas, and tangy lemon vinaigrette dressing.

# The Ingredients You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 4 cups mixed spring greens (arugula, baby spinach, and watercress)
02 - 1 cup sugar snap peas, trimmed and sliced diagonally
03 - 1 cup fresh or thawed frozen green peas
04 - 6 radishes, thinly sliced
05 - 1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced

→ Lemon Vinaigrette

06 - 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
07 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
08 - 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
09 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
10 - 1 teaspoon honey
11 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
12 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Garnish

13 - 2 tablespoons fresh chives, finely chopped
14 - 2 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese (optional)

# Step-by-Step Instructions:

01 - In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed greens, sugar snap peas, green peas, radishes, and red onion.
02 - In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper until fully emulsified.
03 - Drizzle the lemon vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
04 - Transfer to a serving platter or individual bowls. Garnish with fresh chives and crumbled feta cheese if desired. Serve immediately.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • A quick and easy salad ready in 15 minutes with no cooking required.
  • Combines fresh seasonal greens, crisp radishes, and sweet peas for vibrant texture and flavor.
  • Zesty lemon vinaigrette adds brightness and a perfect balance of tang and sweetness.
  • Vegetarian and gluten-free, suitable for a wide range of dietary preferences.
  • Flexible garnishing options like chives and feta to elevate the dish.
02 -
  • Use fresh lemon juice and zest for the brightest vinaigrette flavor.
  • Slice snap peas diagonally to accentuate texture and visual appeal.
  • Toss the salad gently to avoid bruising the delicate greens.
  • Prepare vinaigrette just before serving to keep it fresh and vibrant.
  • Chilling the salad bowl beforehand can help keep the salad crisp longer.
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