Fibonacci Fan Salad (Printable Version)

Spinach, arugula, cherry tomatoes, avocado, and feta arranged in a visually striking spiral for balanced taste.

# Components:

→ Fresh Produce

01 - 1 cup baby spinach leaves
02 - 3/4 cup arugula
03 - 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
04 - 1/3 cup cucumber, thinly sliced
05 - 1/5 cup radishes, thinly sliced
06 - 1/8 cup red onion, finely sliced

→ Fruits and Nuts

07 - 1/2 small avocado, sliced
08 - 1/4 cup blueberries
09 - 2 tbsp toasted walnuts, chopped

→ Cheese

10 - 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese

→ Dressing

11 - 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
12 - 1 tbsp lemon juice
13 - 1 tsp honey
14 - 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard
15 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

# Method Steps:

01 - Place baby spinach leaves in a crescent shape on a large round platter, forming the innermost arc of the spiral.
02 - Fan out arugula, overlapping the spinach and expanding outward along the spiral.
03 - Arrange cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, and radishes in expanding arcs, each larger than the previous, following the golden spiral pattern.
04 - Distribute thinly sliced red onion near the outer edge as a delicate accent ring.
05 - Insert avocado slices and blueberries spaced evenly within the spiral for balance.
06 - Sprinkle toasted chopped walnuts and crumbled feta cheese over the salad evenly.
07 - Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl.
08 - Drizzle the dressing evenly over the arranged salad immediately before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It's proof that vegetarian eating can be visually stunning enough to steal the show at any table.
  • The arrangement process is almost meditative, turning prep work into something you'll actually look forward to.
  • Every bite brings a different combination of flavors because nothing stays in one place on the plate.
02 -
  • Assemble this salad no more than 15 minutes before serving, or the greens will start to wilt from the moisture of the tomatoes.
  • The dressing proportions matter less than the balance you taste; if it feels too acidic, add more honey; if it's too sweet, squeeze more lemon.
  • A truly sharp knife makes thin slicing look effortless and keeps vegetables from bruising as you work.
03 -
  • If you're making this for a crowd, prep all your ingredients separately in advance, then assemble the spiral right before people arrive.
  • A slightly chilled platter makes the whole experience better; pop your serving dish in the fridge for 10 minutes while you finish prepping.
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