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Lemon Muffins Chia Honey Glaze Salad

Lemon Muffins Chia Honey Glaze Salad

A delightful combination of fluffy lemon muffins and fresh salad greens, drizzled with a chia honey glaze, offering a unique balance of sweet and savory flavors.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 385
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour, sifted
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup butter, melted and cooled
  • ½ cup whole milk
  • ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons lemon zest
  • 6 cups mixed salad greens
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 medium cucumber, sliced thi
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons chia seeds
  • ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F. Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In another bowl, beat eggs and sugar until light and fluffy. Add melted butter, milk, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Mix until well combined.
  4. Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry mixture. Fill each muffin cup about two-thirds full.
  5. Bake for 18-20 minutes until golden and a toothpick comes out clean. Allow muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
  6. While muffins cool, prepare the chia honey glaze by combining honey, chia seeds, olive oil, and apple cider vinegar in a jar. Shake vigorously for 30 seconds and let it sit for 10 minutes.
  7. Wash and dry your salad greens thoroughly. Place them in a large serving bowl. Add cherry tomatoes and cucumber slices. Toss gently.
  8. Crumble or cube 3-4 cooled lemon muffins over the salad.
  9. Drizzle the chia honey glaze over everything just before serving. Toss gently to coat.

Notes

Always bring eggs and milk to room temperature. Don't skip zesting the lemons for enhanced flavor. Assemble the salad just before serving to maintain freshness.