Morel Mushroom Salad with Za’taar Dressing

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MOREL MUSHROOM SALAD WITH ZA'TAAR DRESSING

Yield: 4

Author: Zoey Gong

This salad fuses different cultures and flavors to make a delicious side. The addition of Za'atar and olives give this dish a Middle Eastern-inspired feel and the mushrooms and sesame oil are Asian-inspired. The combination of flavors, the various textures, and bright colors of this dish make it an irresistible side to any main dish.

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons sesame oil
• 6 dried* or fresh morel mushrooms
• 6 white asparagus stems
• salt and pepper, to taste
• 3/4 tablespoon Za'atar
• 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 15 leaves of mixed radicchio and butterhead lettuce
• 7 kalamata olives

Note

• *soaked 15 minutes or overnight

Instructions

1. Heat sesame oil in pan. Add morel mushrooms and asparagus. Sauté until asparagus are slightly browned, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
2. In a jar, mix Za'atar, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Shake the jar until dressing is emulsified. Adjust with seasonings if needed.
3. Massage the radicchio and butterhead lettuce with dressing.
4. Add olives, morel mushrooms, and asparagus. Toss and enjoy.

vegan | gluten-free | nut-free

Morel mushrooms have a unique honeycomblooking shape, somewhat resembling the lung organs. They can dial up the flavor of many dishes by adding a unique woodsy aroma and umami flavor. Morels are very high in antioxidants. They promote liver health and boost immune function. They have been used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat indigestion, excessive phlegm, and shortness of breath. One can receive these benefits from both fresh and dry morel mushrooms.

MOREL MUSHROOM SALAD WITH ZA'TAAR DRESSING

Liver, Cooling.

Salad & Side

Chinese