Ferns. Every Spring I watched my Great Grandmother pick and eat ferns. I thought she was crazy.
She ate dandelion greens too. Turns out this wise old women knew something about nourishing herself; because I eat both of these this time of year!
Nourishing Benefits of Fiddle Heads:
- Rich in the anti-oxidant Vitamin A and Beta Carotene, which converts to Vitamin A in the body which supports skin vitality and can prevent certain types of cancer.
- Great balance of Omega 3 and Omega 6 fatty acids which help manage inflammation and auto-immune responses and support heart health.
- Full of Vitamin C to support your immune system.
- Great source of minerals and electrolytes such as potassium, iron, manganese and copper;which help support health thyroid function and reduce symptoms of anemia.
- Local, hand picked, comfort food.
Delicious, and fun way to enjoy this North East delicacy. Did I mention it's super easy to make too? This salad is a meal all on it's own, but is also a great side for your weekend BBQ.
| Servings | Prep Time |
| 6-8 Servings | 10 Minutes |
| Cook Time |
| 12 Minutes |
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Delicious, and fun way to enjoy this North East delicacy. Did I mention it's super easy to make too? This salad is a meal all on it's own, but is also a great side for your weekend BBQ.
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Ingredients
- 1.5 Pounds Fiddledheads (Soaked/cleaned and steamed)
- 1/4 Cup Minced Red Onion
- 1/4 Cup Chopped Pecans
- 1/4 Cup Raw Gorgonzola Cheese (Goat cheese would work too.)
- Juice from 1/2 a lemon
- 2 Tbls EVOO
- 1 Tsp Balsamic Vinegar
- 1-2 Tbls Raw Apple Cider Vinegar
- Salt and Pepper to taste
Servings: Servings
Instructions
- Steam fiddleheads for 10-12 mins (don't over cook)
- Run cold water over them and pay dry.
- Whisk the dressing, (EVOO, ACV, balsamic vinegar, lemon juice and salt and pepper) and set aside in glass jar.
- Combine, pecans, cranberries and cheese and set aside.
- Combine all ingredients just before serving.
- Chew each bite 20 times and enjoy! #nourishyourself
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