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Serves 4
4 cups spinach (or other spring mix)
1/2 cups watercress
1/3 cups steamed bamboo shoots, sliced thinly
1/8 Chrysanthemum flower petals (or other edible flowers)
1 deep-fried tofu, chopped
For Dressing:
1 Tbsp citrus juice (lemon, lime, yuzu, etc.)
1 Tbsp rice wine vinegar
1 1/2 Tbsp soy sauce
2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
4-5 fresh shiso leaves, finely chopped
Rinse spinach leaves (or lettuce) and watercress with cold water and drain the water well. Divide the spinach (or lettuce) evenly on prepared salad plates. Add sliced bamboo shoots, sprinkle Chrysanthemum flower petals and chopped deep-fried tofu.
In a small bowl, whisk together citrus juice, rice wine vinegar, soy sauce, extra virgin olive oil and chopped shiso leaves. Pour dressing over the salad just before serving.