Long Live the Irish Green Salad
Celebrate the lush flavors of the Emerald Isle with "Long Live the Irish Green Salad," a vibrant and hearty dish perfect for any occasion. This recipe merges fresh greens—baby spinach, arugula, and parsley—with rustic Irish charm, featuring crispy golden Yukon Gold potato cubes, creamy Irish cheddar, and toasted walnuts for a delightful crunch. A tangy whole-grain mustard and honey dressing ties everything together, adding a subtle sweet-and-savory depth to every bite. Ready in just 25 minutes, this salad balances wholesome textures and bold flavors for a satisfying appetizer or light main course. Ideal for a healthy St. Patrick’s Day meal or a refreshing addition to your weeknight rotation, this Irish-inspired salad is a true celebration of green!
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Ingredients
- 4 cups baby spinach leaves
- 2 cups arugula
- 0.5 cups fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 whole green onions, thinly sliced
- 1 large Yukon Gold potato, diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons pepper
- 0.5 cups Irish cheddar, cubed
- 0.25 cups toasted walnuts
- 1 tablespoons whole-grain mustard
- 1 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoons honey
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Directions
Step 1
1. Begin by preparing the potato. Wash and dice the Yukon Gold potato into small cubes.
Step 2
2. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the diced potato and sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of pepper. Cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the potato is golden brown and crispy. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
Step 3
3. While the potato cools, prepare the dressing. In a small bowl, whisk together the whole-grain mustard, apple cider vinegar, honey, and extra-virgin olive oil until well combined. Set aside.
Step 4
4. In a large salad bowl, combine the baby spinach, arugula, and chopped parsley. Toss gently to mix the greens.
Step 5
5. Add the cooled, crispy potato cubes, sliced green onions, cubed Irish cheddar, and toasted walnuts to the greens.
Step 6
6. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.
Step 7
7. Divide the salad among plates or serve directly from the bowl. Enjoy your Long Live the Irish Green Salad!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (828.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1615.0 |
| Total Fat 129.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 37.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 128.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2274.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 77.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 14.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 13.1g | |
| Protein 49.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 25.6IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1354.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 14.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3264.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories