Dandelion & Lettuce Salad

This vibrant salad celebrates the earthy, slightly bitter notes of wild dandelion greens balanced against the mild sweetness of crisp lettuce. The addition of sharp Swiss cheese and rich, hard-boiled eggs adds a satisfying creaminess that tames the greens' natural bite. Thinly sliced red onions and bell peppers provide a crunchy texture and a bright pop of color. It&# 226;ÂÂs a perfect, nutrient-packed side dish for a spring lunch or a light dinner. Simple to assemble, this recipe highlights the beauty of seasonal, fresh ingredients.

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Courses: Salads

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 6

Calories: 200.4

Dietary: Gluten-free, Vegetarian

Description

This vibrant salad celebrates the earthy, slightly bitter notes of wild dandelion greens balanced against the mild sweetness of crisp lettuce. The addition of sharp Swiss cheese and rich, hard-boiled eggs adds a satisfying creaminess that tames the greens' natural bite. Thinly sliced red onions and bell peppers provide a crunchy texture and a bright pop of color. It&# 226;ÂÂs a perfect, nutrient-packed side dish for a spring lunch or a light dinner. Simple to assemble, this recipe highlights the beauty of seasonal, fresh ingredients.

Ingredients

1 Lettuce
1 pint Dandelion
4 small Onion
1/2 Bell Pepper, green
2 md Tomato
2 Egg; hard cooked, sliced
1/3 pound Swiss cheese

Directions

1
Wash the dandelion greens and lettuce thoroughly, then dry them completely using a salad spinner or clean kitchen towels.
2
Tear the lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place it in a large serving bowl.
3
Add the dandelion greens to the bowl with the lettuce.
4
Thinly slice the small onions and green bell pepper, then scatter them over the greens.
5
Cut the tomatoes into wedges or slices and distribute them evenly throughout the salad.
6
Slice the hard-boiled eggs into rounds and arrange them on top of the vegetables.
7
Slice the Swiss cheese thinly and layer it over the eggs and vegetables.
8
Toss the salad gently just before serving to combine the ingredients without bruising the greens.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 200.4kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 12.0g19%
Saturated Fat 7.2g36%
Cholesterol 32.5mg11%
Sodium 28.7mg2%
Total Carbohydrate 13.5g5%
Dietary Fiber 2.9g12%
Sugars 6.6g
Protein 11.9g24%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: dandelion, lettuce, salad, swiss cheese, hard boiled eggs, spring greens, vegetarian, foraged, healthy, light lunch, side dish, peppery greens, fresh vegetables, onion, bell pepper, tomato, mediterranean style, easy recipe

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