Ingredients

  • 1 bn purslane (available at farmer's markets and some supermarkets)
  • 1 sm red cabbage
  • 4 x Santa Rosa plums Petals from one pesticide-free sunflower (about 1/2 c.)
  • 1/4 c. extra virgin extra virgin olive oil
  • 10 lrg basil leaves, finely minced
  • 3 Tbsp. white wine vinegar Salt and fresh-cracked black pepper to taste

Method

  • To prepare salad: Pluck leaves of purslane, discarding thick stems.
  • Reserve leaves.
  • Slice red cabbage very thinly and set aside.
  • Cut plums into segments.
  • Remove petals from sunflower (a pompon sunflower is best).
  • Combine all ingredients in a bowl and toss lightly to blend.
  • To prepare vinaigrette:Whisk all ingredients together till thoroughly incorporated.
  • Drizzle over salad and toss to combine.