Spring Asparagus, Sugar Snap Peas, and Radish Saladwith Quinoa and Goat Cheese
Serves 4 - 6

Spring is in full bloom and we are inspired by its bounty! This warm and hearty salad celebrates crisp spring asparagus, snappy peas, and peppery radishes, all nestled in a nutty bed of quinoa. Tossed with a delicious spicy-salty dressing and topped with goat cheese, get ready to embrace the fresh flavors of the season.

Salad Ingredients:
2 cups vegetable stock1 cup quinoa1 tablespoon butter1 tablespoon olive oil1/2 cup pistachios7-8 radishes, thinly sliced with a mandoline1 cup sugar snap peas, strings removed, sliced on the bias5 stalks asparagus, thinly sliced

Dressing Ingredients:
1/3 cup olive oil1 teaspoon lemon zest2 tablespoons lemon juice1/2 tablespoon honey1 teaspoon Dijon mustard2-3 anchovies, chopped (optional)1 small shallot, minced1/4 teaspoon Kosher salt1/4 teaspoon black pepper1/2 red onion, thinly sliced with a mandoline2 tablespoons chives, freshly chopped 10-12 fresh basil leaves, torn2 tablespoons mint, coarsely chopped2 tablespoons fresh dill, coarsely chopped5 oz mixed baby greens4 oz goat cheese, crumbled

Directions:
1. In a medium pot, bring the vegetable stock to a boil, add the quinoa, cover, and reduce the heat to a low simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Quinoa is done when all the liquid has been absorbed and the quinoa is tender. Remove from heat and set aside.

2. In a small skillet, melt the butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add the pistachios and cook for 3-4 minutes tossing occasionally until slightly brown and exuding a nutty fragrance. Toss the pistachios (and any remaining warm butter and olive oil) into the quinoa and set aside to cool.

3. Prep the radishes, snap peas, asparagus, red onion, chives, basil, mint, and dill and combine with the baby greens in a large salad bowl.

4. In a wide-mouth jar, whisk the dressing ingredients until emulsified.

5. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss to coat. Serve the greens over the quinoa and pistachio mix. Sprinkle with the goat cheese and additional salt and pepper to taste. Enjoy!