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Spring Salad with Burrata

Spring Salad with Burrata - A Fresh Taste of Spring Bliss

Celebrate spring with this vibrant Spring Salad with Burrata, featuring fresh ingredients that create a beautiful and delicious centerpiece.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 cups arugula peppery base
  • 1 cup sugar snap peas sliced diagonally
  • 1 cup edamame substitutable with chickpeas or lentils
  • 1 cup leeks soaked to remove grit
  • 1 large cucumber sliced into half moons
  • 8 ounces burrata cheese can substitute with fresh mozzarella
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill for dressing and garnish
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup olive oil preferably extra virgin
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice fresh juice is best
  • 1 tablespoon honey balances tartness
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes adjust to taste
  • to taste salt
  • to taste black pepper

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • cutting board
  • knife
  • pot
  • Ice Bath
  • Serving Platter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Slice the cucumbers into 1/4-inch half moons and set aside.
  2. Thinly slice the sugar snap peas diagonally and set aside.
  3. Thinly slice the leeks and soak in cold water for 5 minutes, then drain and dry.
  4. Blanch the sugar snap peas in boiling water for 1-2 minutes, then plunge into ice bath.
  5. Blanch the edamame in the same boiling water for 4-5 minutes, then transfer to ice bath.
  6. Drain the blanched vegetables thoroughly to avoid sogginess.
  7. Whisk together the dressing ingredients in a small bowl until well combined.
  8. Arrange arugula on a serving platter, then layer with the blanched vegetables, cucumbers, and leeks.
  9. Tear burrata into bites and scatter over the salad.
  10. Drizzle dressing over the salad just before serving and toss lightly to coat.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 18mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For best flavor and freshness, dress the salad just before serving and allow the burrata to reach room temperature before adding it to the salad.

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