As the days grow longer and the air fills with fresh scents, spring brings a wonderful bounty of crisp greens, tender vegetables, and juicy fruits that brighten up any meal. At Gertrude Grocer, we’re excited to showcase the freshest spring produce that makes salads not only healthy but vibrant, colourful, and packed with flavour.
Whether you’re after a quick lunch, a stunning side, or a light dinner, these salad recipes celebrate the season’s best ingredients for fresh, flavourful eating.
👉 Explore our spring produce and pantry essentials here
Why Choose Spring Salads?
Spring salads are the perfect way to enjoy light, nutritious meals that capture the essence of the season. Packed with vitamins and minerals, they feature ingredients like rocket, spinach, spring onions, asparagus, peas, strawberries, and radishes — all crisp, fresh, and at their peak.
Using seasonal produce not only supports local growers but ensures the freshest taste and best texture for your salads.
1. Rocket & Strawberry Salad with Balsamic Glaze
Ingredients:
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Fresh rocket leaves
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Sliced strawberries
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Toasted almonds
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Crumbled Meredith Dairy goat cheese or Marlo Brie
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Balsamic glaze
Method:
Toss rocket and strawberries lightly with a drizzle of olive oil and salt. Top with almonds and cheese. Finish with a swirl of balsamic glaze for a sweet-tart contrast.
2. Asparagus & Pea Salad with Lemon Dressing
Ingredients:
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Blanched asparagus spears
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Fresh peas or snap peas
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Baby spinach
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Sliced spring onions
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Lemon juice & zest
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Extra virgin olive oil
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Sea salt and cracked pepper
Method:
Combine asparagus, peas, spinach, and spring onions. Dress with fresh lemon juice, zest, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Toss gently and serve chilled.
3. Spring Greens & Quinoa Power Bowl
Ingredients:
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Cooked quinoa (cooled)
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Mixed spring greens (spinach, kale, rocket)
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Cherry tomatoes
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Cucumber slices
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Feta or Berrys Creek cheese
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Chopped fresh herbs (parsley, mint)
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Lemon vinaigrette
Method:
Mix quinoa with greens, tomatoes, cucumber, and herbs. Crumble cheese on top and dress with a zesty lemon vinaigrette made with extra virgin olive oil and lemon juice.
4. Radish & Green Apple Salad with Dill Yogurt Dressing
Ingredients:
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Thinly sliced radishes
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Julienned green apple
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Mixed lettuce leaves
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Chopped fresh dill
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St David Dairy natural yogurt
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Lemon juice
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Salt and pepper
Method:
Combine radishes, apple, and lettuce. Mix yogurt with dill, lemon juice, salt, and pepper for dressing. Toss salad in dressing just before serving.
5. Pea, Mint & Ricotta Salad on Sourdough Toast
Ingredients:
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Fresh peas (lightly blanched)
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Chopped fresh mint
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Floridia ricotta
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Sourdough bread (toasted)
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Lemon zest
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Olive oil
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Salt and pepper
Method:
Mix peas with mint and lemon zest. Spread ricotta on toasted sourdough, top with pea mixture, drizzle with olive oil, and season.
Why Shop at Gertrude Grocer for Spring Salads?
Our produce is carefully sourced for freshness and quality. We stock a wide range of spring greens, vibrant fruits, and pantry staples like premium oils, vinegars, nuts, and cheeses — everything you need to craft bright, seasonal salads.