Spring Salad With Chive Blossom Dressing - cooking recipe

Ingredients

Chive Blossom Dressing
3/4 cup plain fat-free yogurt
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons chives, finely snipped
1 garlic clove, smashed
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper, fresh ground
3 -4 chive blossoms, pulled apart
The Salad
1 cup lettuce, leaf type, torn small
1 cup watercress leaf
1 large mushroom, sliced thinly
1 tomatoes, cubed
6 snap peas, cut in thirds
2 large red radishes, thinly sliced
1/4 cup cucumber, peeled and diced
3 spring onions, chopped
1/4 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper, fresh ground
3 -4 chive blossoms (to garnish) (optional)

Preparation

Chive Blossom Dressing:
In a small bowl, whisk together all dressing ingredients except chive blossoms.
Sprinkle chive blossom pieces on top of dressing.
Spring Salad:
Layer all ingredients in a salad bowl, starting with the lettuce and watercress.
Season layers to taste.
Pour desired amount of chive blossom dressing over.
Toss lightly and garnish with full chive blossoms if desired.