Something very strange has been happening to me lately ~ I've been craving salad. I've always liked it, but to crave it like pizza or a slice of cheesecake is a bit unusual for me. I hope this healthy kick is here to stay. I'll be posting some of my favorite salad recipes in the weeks to come. Likewise, I'd love to hear any you may have, so please send them on! The recipe below originally came from here. It is very easy and requires few ingredients, which makes it perfect for a quick lunch on the go. I often bring it to chomp on at work. If you do, be sure to put the dressing on right before eating, since it tends to wilt the greens. If you're a texture girl like I am, then you prefer your lettuce crispy. I really love this one ~ it has the right balance of sweet and salty, with a touch of savoriness from the cheese and the perfect crunch from the almonds.
Grape and Almond Mixed Greens Salad
Ingredients:
2 T. Olive Oil
1 T. Sherry Vinegar
2 t. minced shallot
1/2 t. minced garlic
1/4 t. kosher salt
1/4 t. freshly ground black pepper
4 c. mixed greens
1 c. grapes, halved
1/3 c. toasted and coarsley chopped almonds
1 oz. shaved sharp cheddar cheese
Directions:
Combine first six ingredients in a non-reactive bowl. Drizzle over greens; sprinkle with cheese and almonds; toss to coat. Serve immediately.
