
This salad combines the best of summer: fresh, nutrient-rich leafy greens and sweet, peak-season fruit. Serve it as a side with a grilled protein of your choice, or make it a whole meal.
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Serving Size
4
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Total Time
8 minutes
Ingredients
Dressing
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup, plus more to taste
1/2 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Salt and pepper, to taste
Salad
4 cups chopped mixed greens
2 cups baby spinach, washed
1-2 peaches, washed and sliced
1/2 cup blueberries, washed
1/4 red onion, sliced and soaked in cold water for 15 minutes, then drained
1/3 cup slivered almonds (optional)
1/4 cup basil, washed and cut into ribbons
Balsamic dressing (see above), to taste
Directions
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To make the dressing, whisk together balsamic vinegar, honey or maple syrup, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Slowly incorporate olive oil, whisking to emulsify.
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Arrange mixed greens and baby spinach on a platter. Add peaches, blueberries, and red onion. Top with almonds and basil.
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Drizzle salad with dressing, to taste. Dressing can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge for 3-5 days. Let vinaigrette come to room temperate and stir to reincorporate oil before enjoying.