There’s something about a salad that feels like spring on a plate — vibrant, layered, and alive.

Peppery arugula. Crisp cucumbers. Sweet cherry tomatoes. Smoky Sweet Chipotle Pecans. Shavings of salty parmesan. And delicate edible flowers scattered across the top like something freshly gathered from the garden.

This is not just a salad — it’s a moment at the table.

What brings it all together is our Citrus Honey Pecan Vinaigrette, made with cold-pressed pecan oil. The orange brightens the warmth of the chipotle and cinnamon, the honey softens the heat, and the pecan oil creates that velvety gloss that lightly coats every leaf.

Clean ingredients. Real flavor. Naturally beautiful.

 

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The Salad

Ingredients

• 4 cups fresh arugula

• 1 cup cucumbers, thinly sliced

• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

• ½ cup Sweet Chipotle Pecans, roughly chopped

• ¼ cup freshly shaved parmesan cheese

• Handful of edible flowers (such as nasturtiums or pansies)

 

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Citrus Honey Pecan Vinaigrette

Why it works:
Orange brightens spice. Honey balances heat. Dijon and garlic add structure. Cold-pressed pecan oil emulsifies everything into a silky, nourishing finish. The addition of finely chopped toasted pecans adds subtle texture throughout.

Ingredients

• 3 tbsp fresh orange juice

• 1 tbsp lemon juice

• 1 tsp orange zest

• 1 tbsp raw honey

• 1 tsp Dijon mustard

• 1 small garlic clove, finely grated

• 1/3 cup cold-pressed pecan oil

• Pinch sea salt

• Tiny pinch black pepper

• 1 tbsp finely chopped toasted pecans

Instructions
Whisk until fully emulsified and silky. Fold in chopped pecans last.

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Assembly

1. Lightly toss arugula with a few spoonfuls of vinaigette.

2. Layer cucumbers and cherry tomatoes.

3. Add shaved parmesan.

4. Sprinkle Sweet Chipotle Pecans generously.

5. Finish with edible flowers for color and freshness.

6. Drizzle one final light spoon of dressing just before serving.

Serve immediately while the greens are crisp and vibrant.

 

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Why This Salad Works

• Peppery greens balance sweet heat
• Parmesan adds depth and umami
• Edible flowers add visual elegance and a subtle fresh note
• Pecan oil provides healthy fats without seed oils
• Toasted pecans in the vinaigette create texture in every bite

This salad works beautifully for:

• Easter gatherings

• Spring wine pairings

• Garden lunches

• A fresh starter for a sourdough and pecan spread