The Noble Rot Salad

Noble Rot is an ecosystem. A glacial well hydrates the building and the 3000 sq foot garden on the roof. The vegetables grown there supply the restaurant. For fifteen years, The Rot has educated, entertained, and fed this city. Local, national, and international media have consistently praised our style. Noble Rot’s situation is unique and our view is extraordinary. (Noble Rot - PDX)

The fungus, Botrytis Cinerea, shrivels up grapes and robs them of much of their juice. In some cases the wine made from these fuzzy raisins is exquisite. Those clever Brits nicknamed this mouthful of a mold “Noble Rot.”

Overly inspired and in an attempt to replicate the absolute delight that crossed my lips with every bite, I present the Noble Rot –

and I kid you not, we will remember the perfection of this mixture of magic for the remainder of our days.

The Noble Rot Salad

rainbow carrots, shaved into thick, long ribbons
fennel, thinly sliced
rainbow radishes, thinly sliced
snap peas, sliced into thirds – at an angle
sea salt
fresh chervil
fresh feta, crumbled
roasted pistachios
extra virgin olive oil

 

Toss everything together and serve in a giant, warm bowl.