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Early Spring Greens Salad with Watermelon Radish, Pecorino & Pickled Shallots

A bright spring salad with tender greens, watermelon radish, pecorino, fresh herbs, and quick pickled shallots tossed in lemon vinaigrette.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Recipe Details: spring brunch salad, spring greens salad, watermelon radish salad
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients
 

For The Salad

  • 5 cups mixed spring greens
  • 2 watermelon radishes thinly sliced
  • 1/3 cup pecorino cheese shaved
  • 2 tablespoons fresh chives chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill or parsley chopped
  • 1/4 cup quick pickled shallots

For The Dressing

  • 3-4 tablespoons lemon vinaigrette
  • flaky salt
  • black pepper freshly ground

Instructions
 

  • Prepare Greens: Add the spring greens to a large serving bowl.
  • Add Vegetables: Scatter the sliced watermelon radish over the greens.
  • Add Cheese And Herbs: Sprinkle the shaved pecorino and fresh herbs over the salad.
  • Dress The Salad: Drizzle with lemon vinaigrette and gently toss to coat.
  • Finish: Top with quick pickled shallots, flaky salt, and freshly ground black pepper.

Notes

For the best texture, dress the salad lightly and add pickled shallots just before serving.