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Saturday, May 18, 2013

Salad

Strawberry Dressing

Ingredients

  • 1 cup strawberries, (6 large berries), rinsed, hulled and sliced
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • 3/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons almond oil, (see Note) or canola oil

Directions

Puree it all together.

Strawberry Vinaigrette

Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/3 cup cider vinegar
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 1 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3 cups sliced fresh strawberries, divided
  • 3/4 cup pecan halves, divided
  • 12 cups torn mixed salad greens or chopped fresh spinach
  • 1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
  • 3 green onions, sliced

Directions

In a blender, combine the first five ingredients; cover and process for 30 seconds. Add 2 cups strawberries; cover and process until blended. Add 1/4 cup pecans; pulse until chopped.

In a large bowl, combine the spinach, oranges, onions and remaining strawberries and pecans. Drizzle with vinaigrette and toss to coat.

Make it a great one!!

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