Passover has many symbolic foods which commemorate the story of the Jews’ liberation from slavery in ancient Egypt. Bitter herbs or horseradish represent the bitterness of slavery and are traditionally served on a seder plate. If you are interested in making a symbolic dish that utilizes the bitter herb theme, consider this salad for your holiday table. It is filled with sliced radish, radicchio, parsley, romaine lettuce, and zippy lemon horseradish dressing. If you don’t celebrate Passover, this bitter herb and lettuce salad would make a welcome addition on any Easter or spring table. You can toss in some farro or bulgur wheat for a more hearty side or top with hard boiled eggs, slow roasted salmon, or grilled chicken for a light main.
Read moresalad for spring - bibb lettuce, roasted asparagus, and radish salad with horseradish dressing
Spring is officially here with two holidays which reflect the abundance of the season. Passover and Easter menus typically highlight seasonal produce, fresh herbs, and eggs. Eggs are a common theme in both holiday celebrations that have religious significance and also represent the start of new life and fertility. This salad holds many elements of the season and can be used as a lovely and light addition to your holiday celebrations or as a delicious and filing lunch.
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