Mixed Green Salad with Strawberry Dressing
1 1-pound basket strawberries, hulled, halves
5 oz. package mixed baby greens
7 oz.crumbled feta cheese
½ c. toasted walnuts
½ c. OLIVE MILL olive oil
3 T. OLIVE MILL strawberry balsamic
Mash enough strawberries to measure 1/3 cup. Place remaining strawberries in large bowl. Add greens, cheese and nuts. Whisk oil, vinegar in small bowl to blend. Whisk in mashed strawberries. Season dressing with salt and pepper. Add to salad; toss to coat.
Romaine Hearts with Strawberry Balsamic Vinaigrette
2 large hearts romaine lettuce
4 large, ripe strawberries, finely chopped
3 tablespoons OLIVE MILL strawberry balsamic vinegar
1/3 cup OLIVE MILL extra-virgin olive oil
Salt and pepper
1/2 cup toasted sliced almonds
Cut each heart in half lengthwise, trim away core, rinse and dry.
Place strawberries in a shallow bowl with vinegar and let stand 10 minutes. Whisk in extra-virgin olive oil and season the dressing with salt and pepper.
Place a half-heart on each salad plate or on a large platter and dress with strawberry balsamic vinaigrette. Garnish with toasted almonds.
