Sweet Violet Herb Salad

1 head of endive
1 tbsp finely chopped celery
1 tbsp finely chopped, tender fennel stalks (peeled if necessary)
1 tbsp chopped parsley
1 tbsp chopped chervil
2 olives, finely chopped
salad dressing to taste
petals of 30 sweet violets

Separate the endive leaves and place in a salad bowl. Add the remaining salad ingredients, including the herbs, and gently mix well. Add the dressing and toss the salad. Sprinkle on the sweet violet petals. Serves 4.

Thanks to Flower-Recipe egroup for this recipe.