Fresh herbs, crunchy radishes & creamy feta – a perfect spring salad with matching wine
This herb salad with radishes, feta and lemon dressing brings freshness and vibrancy to the plate. The mixture of savoury herbs, crunchy radishes and the fine creaminess of the feta is perfectly rounded off by the light lemon dressing. An ideal companion for warm spring days!
The best wines for this dish are a Grüner Veltliner from the Kremstal DAC or a Sauvignon Blanc from the Loire AOC. Both have a lively acidity, fine fruit flavours and an elegant herbal spiciness that complement the flavours of the salad wonderfully.
Ideal wine accompaniment: Grüner Veltliner Kremstal DAC (Austria)
A Grüner Veltliner from the Kremstal DAC is an outstanding partner for this herb salad with its fine spiciness, fresh apple and citrus notes and its typical peppery flavour. The crisp structure and lively acidity of this wine harmonise perfectly with the freshness of the radishes and the lemon dressing, while the fine herbal notes enhance the flavours of the herbs in the salad.
In addition, this wine has a mineral depth that combines elegantly with the saltiness of the feta. Its slightly spicy finish provides an exciting balance between freshness and depth and makes it a perfect choice for this spring salad.
Another 5 wine recommendations for this pairing
1st Sauvignon Blanc Loire AOC (France)
A Sauvignon Blanc from the Loire has a marvellous combination of green pepper, gooseberry, fine minerality and tangy acidity. These flavours highlight the freshness of the lemon dressing and emphasise the spicy herb mixture.
2. Pinot Blanc Alto Adige DOC (Italy)
This elegant white wine from South Tyrol offers a subtle nuttiness, fine apple and pear flavours and a pleasant freshness that harmonises perfectly with the creaminess of the feta and the crunchy structure of the salad.
3. Vermentino Maremma DOC (Italien)
A Vermentino from the Maremma region impresses with its delicate herbal flavour, salty minerality and fine citrus freshness, which combines wonderfully with the herbal notes of the salad and enhances the lemon dressing.
4th Albariño Rías Baixas DO (Spain)a
An Albariño from Rías Baixas has floral notes, a tangy acidity and fine peach flavours that harmonise particularly well with the fresh acidity of the radishes and the lemon dressing.
5. Muscadet Sèvre et Maine AOC (France)
This dry white wine from the Loire offers a lively acidity, mineral freshness and a subtle saltiness that harmonise perfectly with the creamy feta and the fine herbal seasoning of the salad.
The recipe:
Herb salad with radishes, feta & lemon dressing
Cooking utensils
- 1 Cutting board & knife
- 1 Large bowl for mixing the salad
- 1 Small bowl for the dressing
- 1 Whisk
Ingredients
For the salad:
- 1 Handful of mixed herbs z. e.g. parsley, coriander, mint, dill, basil
- 6 Radish cut into thin slices
- 80 g Feta cheese cut into small cubes
- 1 Handful of rocket or lamb’s lettuce
For the lemon dressing:
- 2 Tbsp olive oil extra virgin
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice Freshly pressed
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt & pepper to taste
Preparation
Prepare the salad:
- Finely chop the herbs, thinly slice the radishes and cut the feta into small cubes.
- Place everything together with the rocket in a large bowl.
Prepare the dressing:
- In a small bowl, mix the lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard and olive oil well.
- Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Dressing & serving:
- Pour the dressing over the salad and mix carefully.
- Garnish with additional herbs and some feta and serve immediately.
Recommended side dishes
- Toasted baguette with herb butter
- Grilled prawns as a light source of protein
- A glass of chilled Grüner Veltliner or Sauvignon Blanc
