Spring Mix Balsamic Honey Dressing (Print Version)
Tender spring greens with crisp vegetables in a sweet-tangy balsamic honey dressing.
# What You Need:
→ Salad Components
01 - 6 cups spring mix greens (baby lettuces, arugula, spinach)
02 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
03 - 1/2 English cucumber, thinly sliced
04 - 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
05 - 1/4 cup toasted walnuts or pecans
06 - 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
→ Balsamic Honey Dressing
07 - 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
08 - 1 1/2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
09 - 1 tablespoon honey
10 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
11 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
12 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
# How to Prepare:
01 - In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth and emulsified. Set aside.
02 - In a large salad bowl, combine the spring mix, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.
03 - Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving. Toss gently to coat the greens and vegetables evenly.
04 - Top with toasted walnuts or pecans and crumbled feta, if desired. Serve immediately.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The dressing comes together in thirty seconds flat but tastes like something from a fancy bistro
- You can customize the toppings based on whatever needs using up in your crisper drawer
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- The dressing separates if it sits too long so give it a quick shake before using
- Soggy salad is nobody's friend so dress only what you will eat immediately
03 -
- Dry your greens thoroughly after washing or the dressing will slide right off
- Let the dressing sit for ten minutes before using to let the flavors mellow and meld