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Salad bowls can be pretty dull when eaten regularly. There are different dressings, but they will still cover the salad and make it look dull. To avoid the dullness, why not add edible flowers to it?
Edible flowers are beautiful and delightful. Many plant-based and vegan restaurants serve different kinds of edible flowers to enhance the taste of salad bowls and make the dishes pretty. The taste of flowers is unique to each other, making it a perfect garnish as a salad dressing, adding lots of colour and crunchiness to the bowl.
Marigolds are sour in taste and hues of orange and yellow, brightly colouring the bowl with different aromas and textures. On the other hand, lavender heals the soul when eaten with different kinds of salad, giving a purple hue, which is delightful and calming. Discover seven flower types that are widely used as a garnish in a salad bowl, making your everyday salad healthier and better.
1. Nasturtiums: Brighten up your salads with Nasturtiums, showcasing vibrant hues and a peppery kick. These flowers go well with spinach and lettuce, and they also complement cherry tomatoes and cucumbers. You can add strawberries; for garnish, you can use toasted almonds or walnuts crunch. A dressing with vinaigrette, lemon, olive oil, and honey enhances the overall taste.
2. Calendula: Golden Calendula petals have a tangy citrus-like flavour to salads. They also go well with mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, and cucumbers. You can try adding juicy orange slices for sweetness. Add feta cheese for a creamy texture or lemon-infused dressing to enhance the best taste.
3. Pansies: These flowers are sweet and give a nice texture when added to salads. You can add blueberries for extra sweetness and a pop of colour. Don't forget to top your salad with a handful of toasted pine nuts for the best nutty texture. Consider a honey-mustard dressing for a touch of tanginess that complements the sweet floral taste.
4. Violets: Violets also bring a sweet and floral note to your salad. You can add sliced strawberries and other berries, too. Garnish with a sprinkle of chopped pistachios and almonds, according to your preference. Try it with balsamic vinaigrette and honey, which enhance the floral taste and create a brilliant salad.
5. Chrysanthemums: Want something bitter for your salad other than kale? Try chrysanthemum petals for a bitter and herbal taste to salads, adding sophistication. Add sliced apples, mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, and radishes. Garnish your salad with crumbled goat cheese for a creamy texture or light lemon dressing to enhance the taste. You can also add nuts according to your preference.
6. Lavender: Lavender is known for its fragrance and taste. Add pine nuts with mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, peaches and toasted almonds for a nutty crunch. A simple olive oil and honey dressing enhances the floral taste, creating a refreshing and aromatic salad experience.
7. Marigolds: It is a very versatile flower. You can easily experiment with different fruits, vegetables, and garnishes for your salad according to your preferences with marigolds. It has a mildly spicy flavour to salads. You can add marigolds with mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, and carrots. Also, you can try dressing it with orange juice to make it amazing.
