Spring Greens Honey Mustard (Printable Version)

Tender spring greens and crisp veggies tossed in a tangy-sweet honey mustard dressing for a fresh, light dish.

# The Ingredients You'll Need:

→ Salad

01 - 4 cups spring greens mix (arugula, baby spinach, mâche)
02 - 1 small cucumber, thinly sliced
03 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
04 - 1 small radish, thinly sliced
05 - 1 small carrot, julienned or grated
06 - ¼ cup toasted walnuts or pecans, optional
07 - ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese, optional

→ Honey Mustard Dressing

08 - 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
09 - 2 tablespoons honey
10 - 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
11 - 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar or white wine vinegar
12 - ½ teaspoon sea salt
13 - ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

# Step-by-Step Instructions:

01 - In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the Dijon mustard, honey, olive oil, vinegar, salt, and pepper until smooth and emulsified.
02 - Place the spring greens, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, radish, and carrot in a large salad bowl.
03 - Drizzle the honey mustard dressing over the salad and gently toss to coat all ingredients evenly.
04 - Sprinkle with toasted nuts and crumbled feta cheese if using.
05 - Serve immediately as a fresh side dish or light lunch.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Vibrant, fresh ingredients that highlight the best of spring produce.
  • A homemade dressing that perfectly balances tangy mustard with sweet honey.
  • Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required.
02 -
  • Use maple syrup instead of honey for a vegan version and omit the feta.
  • Add sliced grilled chicken or chickpeas for extra protein.
  • Toasting the nuts enhances their flavor and crunch.
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