Basil Spinach Salad With Walnut Dressing |
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Prep Time: 10 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 10 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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We love basil! We love spinach! Great Salad! Ingredients:
1/2 cup walnuts, lightly toasted |
3/4 teaspoon fresh lemon juice |
1/2 cup olive oil |
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar |
salt and pepper |
1 lb spinach, stemmed and torn into pieces |
1 cup packed basil leaves, stemmed and chopped |
4 -6 ounces parmesan cheese or 4 -6 ounces asiago cheese, shaved with vegetable peeler |
Directions:
1. Place toasted walnuts and lemon juice in food processor and puree. Add oil and vinegar slowly through feed tube and blend until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
2. Combine spinach and basil in salad bowl. Add dressing (thinned with a small amount of water if required) to taste. Place greens on plates and garnish with cheese shavings.
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