Dandelion Salad

5 from 1 vote

Enjoy this bold spring salad that combines the flavors of dandelion greens, crispy bacon, blue cheese, and fresh ramps. This healthy, seasonal dish is perfect for anyone looking to add a punch of flavor and nutrition to their meal.

Course: Salad

Cuisine: American

Diet: Gluten Free

Servings:

Calories: 528kcal

Ingredients

Salad:

3 strips bacon preferably pastured and preservative-free
8 ramps bottom white parts only
4 cups dandelion greens chopped
1 cup parsley fresh, chopped
3 tbsp blue cheese

Dressing:

1/2 lemon juiced
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/2 tsp dijon mustard
2 ramps bottom white parts only, minced
1 pinch sea salt

Instructions

Cook the bacon in a hot skillet until crisp on both sides. Remove to a towel to drain and cool. Leave the hot bacon fat in the pan over medium heat.
Toss the ramps into the hot bacon fat. Allow to cook for a minute or two, until nicely browned on all sides. Remove and allow to cool, then crumble into a small bowl and set aside.
Coarsely chop the ramps and mix in a medium bowl with the greens, parsley, and crumbled bacon. Set aside while you make the dressing.
Mix all dressing ingredients in a small bowl and then pour over the salad. Crumble the blue cheese over the salad and serve.

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