Add Some Beauty to Your Greens
When it comes to salads, taste isn't the only factor that matters. The visual appeal of your dish can elevate the dining experience to a whole new level. Check out these stunning salads made with edible flowers from Rise Gardens, submitted by our talented grower, Leah. These recipes not only taste amazing but also look like a work of art on your plate.
‘Solar Eclipse’ Salad
- Ingredients:
- Rise Gardens Flowers and Greens:
- Borage Petals
- Marigold Petals
- Vulcan Swiss Chard
- Red Romaine
- Parris Island Romaine
- Lime Basil
- Blueberries
- Blackberries
- Smoked Blue Cheese
- Cottage Cheese
- Instructions:
- Prepare the Base: Rinse and dry the Vulcan Swiss chard, red romaine, and Parris Island romaine. Chop them into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large salad bowl.
- Add the Fruits: Scatter the blueberries and blackberries over the greens.
- Cheese it Up: Crumble the smoked blue cheese and add small dollops of cottage cheese to the salad.
- Floral Finishing Touches: Gently sprinkle the borage petals and marigold petals over the top, and garnish with lime basil leaves.
- Serve: Enjoy this vibrant and flavorful salad that's as beautiful as it is nutritious.
- The ‘Solar Eclipse’ Salad combines the sweetness of berries, the bold flavor of smoked blue cheese, and the delicate beauty of edible flowers for a truly unique salad experience.
Floral Crunch Salad
- Ingredients:
- Rise Gardens Flowers and Greens:
- Microgreens
- Borage Flowers
- Cherry Tomatoes
- Red-Veined Sorrel
- Lettuce
- Spinach
- Lemon Vinaigrette
- Instructions:
- Prepare the Base: Rinse and dry the lettuce and spinach. Tear them into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large salad bowl.
- Add the Microgreens: Scatter a handful of microgreens over the lettuce and spinach.
- Cherry Tomatoes: Slice the cherry tomatoes in half and add them to the salad.
- Add the Sorrel: Tear the red-veined sorrel into smaller pieces and add it to the mix.
- Floral Touch: Gently place the borage flowers on top of the salad.
- Dress it Up: Drizzle with lemon vinaigrette just before serving and toss gently to combine all the ingredients.
- Serve: Enjoy this crunchy, colorful salad that’s as delightful to look at as it is to eat.
- The Floral Crunch Salad is a feast for the eyes and the palate, featuring fresh greens, vibrant flowers, and a zesty lemon vinaigrette that ties it all together.
We’re Creating a NEW Rise Garden’s Cookbook!
Do you have a favorite salad recipe that you make using your Rise Garden produce? We would love to include your creation in our upcoming Rise Garden’s cookbook! Here’s how you can submit your salad recipe for a chance to be featured:
Facebook Group: If you are a current customer, submit your photo and recipe in our Rise Gardens Facebook Group.
Instagram: Post your photo on Instagram or Instagram Stories and tag @risegardens.
We can’t wait to see your delicious and innovative salad creations!
