Mâche Salad
The ultimate fresh spring salad, Mâche Salad combines tender greens with creamy avocado and sweet cherry tomatoes. Perfect for any occasion, this easy dish is bursting with flavor and sunshine. Enjoy a refreshing taste of spring with this delightful salad tonight!
Equipment
- Chef's Knife
Ingredients
- 4 cups mâche washed and tough stems removed
- 1 large avocado sliced
- 2/3 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 1/4 cup red onion thinly sliced
- 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- to taste honey optional
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
Instructions
- Start by gathering all your ingredients. Take your time washing the mâche under cold water. Once clean, gently pat the leaves dry with a paper towel. It’s important to remove excess water, as it can make your salad soggy. Place the rinsed mâche in a large salad bowl.
- Next, slice the avocado. Cut it in half, remove the pit, and scoop out the flesh with a spoon. Slice it into thin pieces or cubes, depending on your preference, and add them to the bowl with the mâche.
- Take the cherry tomatoes and halve them to create bite-sized pieces. Their sweetness will contrast beautifully with the other ingredients. Toss the cherry tomatoes into the bowl, letting their vibrant color shine through.
- Now, it’s time to prepare the red onion. Slice it thinly to ensure that the flavor isn’t overpowering. You want just a hint of its sharpness to enhance the salad without overwhelming the palate. Add the red onion to the mix.
- In a small bowl, combine the extra-virgin olive oil, lemon juice, and a drizzle of honey if you choose to use it. Whisking these together helps to create a lovely dressing that will coat your salad. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad ingredients. It’s best to start with a little and add more as needed. You can always adjust the dressing to your taste preferences later, but you can’t take it away once it’s added!
- Now, gently toss everything together. Use salad tongs to lift and turn the ingredients without mashing any of the avocado. You want to make sure that every piece gets a bit of dressing and is well combined while maintaining their integrity.
- Take a moment to taste the salad. Adjust the seasoning if necessary. If you feel it needs more brightness, add a splash more of lemon juice. If you like it sweeter, drizzle in a bit more honey.
- Once satisfied with your salad, serve it immediately for the freshest experience. If you must store it, keep it in an airtight container in the fridge, but know that the avocado may brown after a while, so it's best enjoyed right away!
Notes
To store leftovers, keep the salad in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one day. However, be mindful that the avocado may brown.