Gourmet Green Salad with Quail Eggs
A fresh and elegant salad that blends the delicacy of quail eggs with the sweetness of kiwi and the vibrancy of green herbs. Perfect for a balanced and light lunch, enhanced by a honey-olive vinaigrette that elevates every bite.
🛒 Ingredients
4 servings
- 2 handfuls of mixed salad greens (lettuce, arugula, spinach)
- 20 quail eggs, hard-boiled and peeled
- 16 cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 kiwis, peeled and sliced
- ½ green bell pepper, diced
- 1.4 oz grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tsp honey
- Fine salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
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- 1
Place the salad greens in a large salad bowl or on a serving platter.
- 2
Gently arrange the halved quail eggs over the salad.
- 3
Add the cherry tomatoes, kiwi slices, and diced green bell pepper, spacing them out for a harmonious presentation.
- 4
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, honey, salt, and pepper until you have a smooth, emulsified dressing.
- 5
Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad just before serving and toss gently to avoid crushing the eggs.
- 6
Sprinkle generously with the grated Parmesan cheese.
- 7
Serve immediately to preserve the freshness and crisp texture.
💡 Chef's Tip
Chef's tip: Prepare the ingredients in advance, but add the vinaigrette only at the moment of serving to prevent the salad from wilting. Quail eggs have a delicate texture—handle them with care. You can add toasted pine nuts or walnuts for extra crunch.
