Mixed greens tossed with fresh seasonal vegetables, bathed in a light lemon-herb vinaigrette dressing.
Ingredients
or1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
or1/4 cup lemon juice (roughly two lemons)
or2 tablespoons lemon zest, finely grated (roughly two lemons)
or3 cloves raw garlic, smashed and minced
or1 tespoon dried tarragon
or1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
or1 medium apple, thinly sliced
or1 small red onion, thinly sliced (soaked in ice water if you prefer a milder onion taste)
or10 ounces spring salad greens (arugula, spinach, radicchio)
or2 tablespoons sunflower seed kernels, roasted and salted
or1/4 cup dried cranberries
Preparation
1.
To make the dressing; In a large bowl, combine the first eleven ingredients (stop at black pepper) together until combined. Let set for at least 15 minutes so that the flavors can meld. Dressing can be made a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator.2.
Toss together the apple, onions, salad greens, sunflower seeds, and cranberries in a large bowl. Add dressing and toss to combine. Additional dressing can be served on the side.