Strawberry Delight Salad with Strawberry Champagne Vinaigrette
Serves: 4-6
This recipe is:
Vegetarian
Vegan
Corn-free
Dairy-free
Egg-free
Peanut-free
Soy-free
Wheat-free
With a double dose of berries in both the salad and the dressing, this recipe is sure to please strawberry lovers.
Ingredients
Vinaigrette:
- 1/2 pound strawberries Add to list
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup Add to list
- 1 teaspoon vanilla Add to list
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar Add to list
- 3 tablespoons champagne vinegar Add to list
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil Add to list
- 5 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil Add to list
- 1/4 teaspoon salt Add to list
Salad:
- 1/2 pound strawberries, sliced Add to list
- 12 to 16 ounces mixed baby greens Add to list
- Garnishes: watercress or sunflower sprouts and Spicy Maple Pecans (sold in the PCC Deli) Add to list
Preparation
For the vinaigrette, combine the strawberries, maple syrup, vanilla, red wine vinegar and champagne vinegar in a skillet. Let it simmer, covered, until strawberries are soft, about 10 to 15 minutes. Strain the juice and set aside.
In a blender, combine cooked strawberries and fresh basil. Add olive oil slowly while blending. Add salt, then pour into a bowl and stir in the reserved juice. Refrigerate until cooled.
Arrange the greens and sliced strawberries in a bowl or on individual plates. Dress with the vinaigrette and desired garnishes.
Recipe by , PCC Cooks instructor
Source: Sound Consumer May 2007
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