Prep Time:
20 Minutes
Cook Time:
20 Minutes
Serves:
6 People
This salad is a light and fresh introduction to some spring vegetables here on the farm. The mixture of sweet snow peas and texture of our bok choy is a real treat when it’s time for dinner.
EQUIPMENT
- 3 Mixing Bowls (1 with ice/water bath for shocking after blanching)
- Whisk
- Tongs
- Saucepot for Blanching
- Small sauté pan to toast sesame seeds
- Chef’s Knife
- Cutting board
INGREDIENTS
- 1 lb. Snow Peas/Blanched 30 seconds and shocked
- 1 Head Bok Choy leaves and ribs separated, leaves fine chiffonade, ribs split and cut into 1” strips
- 1 ea Red, yellow, or orange pepper with seeds and ribs removed. Julienned to 1-inch strips
- 2 Tbsp. Fresh Ginger peeled and grated
- 2 Tbsp. Fresh Mint, torn
- 2 Tbsp. Fresh Cilantro leaves picked
- 2 Tbsp. Fresh Basil, torn
- 1 Tbsp. Toasted Sesame Seeds
- 1 Cup Sesame Ginger Vinaigrette
DIRECTIONS
- Get a mixing bowl and combine all ingredients except leaves, herbs and vinaigrette
- Add vinaigrette and mix thoroughly making sure everything is coated
- Finish with the Bok Choy leaves, herbs, and toasted sesame seeds. Once combined refrigerate for at least an hour or until ready to serve
INGREDIENTS FOR VINAIGRETTE
- 4 Tbsp. Sesame Oil
- 4 Tbsp. Olive Oil
- 4 Tbsp. Soy Sauce
- 6 Tbsp. Rice Vinegar
- 3 Tbsp. Local Honey
- 4 Cloves Garlic minced fine
- 2 Tbsp. Fresh Ginger peeled and grated.
- 2 Tbsp. Tahini (Stir very well so you get an even mixture.)
METHOD
- Whisk all ingredients in a mixing bowl and slowly drizzle olive oil in the center followed by the sesame oil until fully incorporated, set aside until mixing time.
Farm Stand | CSA Shares
With deep roots in agriculture and a legacy of Southern hospitality, Ashbourne Farm is proud to offer fresh, locally grown produce, meats, and more to the community. All of our recipes are made with ingredients available in our Farm Stand and CSA Shares.
Farm Stand | CSA Shares
With deep roots in agriculture and a legacy of Southern hospitality, Ashbourne Farm is proud to offer fresh, locally grown produce, meats, and more to the community. All of our recipes are made with ingredients available in our Farm Stand and CSA Shares.
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