Edmond Tulip Garden Salad
A delicate spring salad featuring edible tulip petals and fresh herbs, capturing the essence of Edmond's famous tulip festivals. This mediterranean-inspired salads ready in about 15 minutes pairs mixed spring greens, edible tulip petals, shaved fennel into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 3 cups mixed spring greens
- 1/4 cup edible tulip petals
- 1/2 cup shaved fennel
- 4 sprigs dill sprigs
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp honey
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a large bowl, combine mixed spring greens, edible tulip petals, and shaved fennel, gently tossing to distribute evenly without bruising the petals.
- Step 2: Whisk together lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, and honey in a small bowl until emulsified and slightly thickened, about 30 seconds of vigorous whisking.
- Step 3: Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss with clean hands until every leaf is lightly coated, then arrange dill sprigs decoratively on top just before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Edmond Tulip Garden Salad take to make?
Total time is about 15 minutes (15 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Edmond Tulip Garden Salad?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep mixed spring greens from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Edmond Tulip Garden Salad?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Edmond Tulip Garden Salad for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Edmond Tulip Garden Salad?
Mediterranean salads like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
This has become our go-to salads dish. We make it weekly.
- ★★★★☆
Reliable weeknight option. Not going to blow your mind but always satisfying.
- ★★★★☆
Nice recipe! Presentation was beautiful. Flavor was good, not great.







