Spring / Summer·10 mins·Serves 2

Herb & Flower Salad

Mixed salad leaves tossed with edible flowers, fresh herbs, lemon zest, and a light honey dressing.

Ingredients

  • 100g mixed salad leaves
  • A handful of edible flowers (calendula, nasturtium, or viola)
  • A small bunch of fresh herbs — mint, basil, and dill work well
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp runny honey
  • Salt and black pepper

Method

  1. 1

    Whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, and honey in a small bowl. Season with salt and pepper.

  2. 2

    Place the salad leaves in a large bowl. Tear in the herb leaves and add the lemon zest.

  3. 3

    Drizzle over the dressing and toss gently to coat.

  4. 4

    Transfer to plates and scatter the edible flowers on top. Serve immediately.