Spinach Basil Salad with Pine Nut Dressing |
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 1 Minutes |
Ready In: 16 Minutes Servings: 8 |
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This I had years ago at Woodrow's Bar and Restaraunt. I wrote for the recipe and got it!! It's fabulous!! I've also made it with grilled chicken and served it on top for a Heartier Meal!! It's refreshing in the summer with fresh basil out of the garden. Ingredients:
5 ounces toasted pine nuts, pureed |
1 whole egg |
1 large shallot, minced |
1/4 ounce lemon juice |
3 ounces balsamic vinegar |
10 ounces olive oil |
20 ounces spinach |
96 basil leaves |
4 ounces shaved aged provolone cheese or 4 ounces good parmesan cheese |
4 ounces toasted pine nuts |
Directions:
1. Dressing-Put pine nut in a food processor add whole egg,shallots, and lemon juice,Puree.
2. Slowly add oil in a stream alternate with vinegar till all is incorporated.
3. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
4. Salad- On 8 plates arrange 2 1/2 ounces of spinach leaves and 12 basil leaves.
5. Divide dressing over the salads.
6. Top with 1 tablespoon of cheese and 1 tablespoon of pine nuts.
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