Classic French Nettle Salad
4 servings
20 minutes
Classic French nettle salad is a blend of freshness and sophistication. In France, wild herbs including nettles have long been used in cooking, adding unique flavor and aroma to dishes. Young nettle leaves become soft after blanching while retaining a slight spiciness. They are complemented by fresh green onions and crunchy radishes, creating a harmony of textures. The dressing made from olive oil and lemon juice adds a light tanginess, while olives bring a touch of Mediterranean charm. This salad is perfect as a light spring dish that awakens the taste buds and can accompany meat or fish dishes. It is not only delightful but also rich in vitamins, making it an excellent choice for health-conscious eaters.
1
Wash the nettle leaves, blanch for 2-3 minutes, and chop.
- Nettle: 200 g
2
Chop the green onion finely and crush it in a wooden mortar.
- Green onions: 100 g
3
Slice the radish into circles.
- Radish: 150 g
4
To prepare the sauce, whisk olive oil with lemon juice. Add grated lemon zest, chopped olives, salt, and pepper.
- Olive oil: 50 ml
- Lemon: 1 piece
- Olives: 50 g
- Salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
5
Combine nettle, green onion, and radish. Dress the salad.
- Nettle: 200 g
- Green onions: 100 g
- Radish: 150 g