Insalata di Primavera

Insalata di Primavera

3 - 4 people
45 min
Fresh spring salad with artichokes and apple slices. Nice to know Artichokes are large scaly flower buds from a species of thistles. The delicacy dates back to the Egyptians and Romans and, until the 18th century, consuming artichokes was regarded as a sign of wealth. The taste is soft yet slightly bitter. The artichoke also looks very elaborate when presented on a plate. Treat your guests with a spring dish!

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Ingredients and Method

Ingredients

  • 2 slices fresh mozzarella
  • 1 lemon
  • 1 tbsp. Lemon Olive Oil
  • 1 zucchini, diced
  • 1 spring onion, sliced
  • 1 tbsp. Bonsecco EVOO
  • 6 oz. peas (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 tart apple, diced
  • arugula
  • 1/4 cup Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 1 jar Artichokes hearts, halved
  • Cheese Dipper

Method

  1. Chop the mozzarella into pieces and marinate for at least 30 minutes (up to 8 hours) in a combination of lemon juice, lemon zest and 1 Tbsp Lemon Olive Oil.
  2. Heat a pan with olive oil and saute the zucchini and spring onions around 2 minutes.
  3. Sprinkle the apple with lemon juice immediately after slicing to prevent discoloration.
  4. Mix the artichoke hearts with the other vegetables and cheese in a large bowl and drizzle with Apple Balsamic Vinaigrette.
  5. Serve the salad with tasty cheese croutons.
  6. Croutons: Bake cubes of stale bread. Brown on both sides in a pan with a generous splash of Bonsecco EVOO. Top with the Cheese Dipper seasonig.
  7. Tip: Add cooked pasta to the salad to make a complete meal of it.