Summer Blossom Salad
Granny SnuggleSnacks' Summer Blossom Salad is a vibrant and healthful treat for your hamster, brimming with the flavors and nutrition of summer. This salad combines fresh, hamster-safe greens and flowers, offering a delightful mix of textures and tastes that your furry friend will adore.
Equipment
- Small mixing bowl
- Chopping board
- Knife
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup fresh dandelion greens washed and chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh spinach washed and chopped
- A few edible flower petals like rose, marigold, or pansy
- 1 tsp apple ensure there are no seeds
- 1 tsp cucumber finely chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the Greens: Start by thoroughly washing the dandelion greens and spinach. Pat them dry and then chop them into small, hamster-friendly pieces.
- Chop the Fruits and Veggies: Finely chop the apple and cucumber. Remember, we need tiny pieces for those tiny hamster mouths.
- Edible Flowers: If you're using edible flower petals, gently rinse and pat them dry. Tear or cut them into small pieces if they're large.
- Mix it Up: In your small mixing bowl, combine the chopped greens, apple, cucumber, and edible flower petals. Toss them gently to mix.
- Serve a Tiny Portion: Offer a small amount of the Summer Blossom Salad to your hamster. This ensures they don’t overeat and maintains the balance of their regular diet.
- Store Any Extras: If you have leftover salad, you can store it in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 24 hours.