This is the kind of thing I always have the ingredients for in my fridge. It comes together in minutes, looks and tastes amazing. Not every recipe (especially a salad!) should be a production. Sometimes simple is delicious.
This isn’t so much a recipe as it is a suggestion for a super simple salad that works every time. Use the quantities that work for you.
INGREDIENTS: Mix together, one or more of the following:
- Romaine lettuce
- Romaine hearts
- Bibb lettuce
- Lambs lettuce
- Rocket
- Watercress
Together with:
- Finely shaved fennel – best done with a mandoline, but if you don’t have one a sharp knife will do.
Add:
- Thinly sliced radishes.
Dress with:
- The best olive oil you can get your hands on
- Fresh lemon juice
- Flakey sea salt
- Ground pepper
Top with optional:
- Toasted, roughly chopped walnuts
METHOD:
- Prepare the vegetables: Wash and dry the lettuce, fennel, and radishes. Slice the fennel and radishes thinly. Combine all in a large serving bowl.
- Dress the salad: Just before serving, drizzle with olive oil and fresh lemon juice. Season with flakey sea salt and ground pepper.
- Add toppings: Sprinkle with toasted walnuts if using. Serve immediately.