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Creating a Tudor salad today requires selecting abundant greens. Suitable options include spinach, dandelion greens, and a fragrant mix of mint and tarragon, alongside cucumbers and vibrant edible flowers to evoke the ancient celebration spirit. Safety is paramount: edible flowers should be sourced from reliable grocery stores or grown without pesticides.
The dressing aligns with traditional practices, employing olive oil, vinegar, brown sugar, and salt to create a zesty complement to the salad. The preparation process is straightforward, emphasizing fresh flavors and textures—characteristics of historical culinary practices.