Spring Greens & Strawberry Salad + Maple Vinaigrette

Spring means greens! Salads! Strawberries! Maple vinaigrette.... ok maybe not that, but put them all on a plate together and you'll have your favorite spring salad.

📝 Ingredients

• For the Maple Vinaigrette:
• 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon dry mustard
• 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
• 3 Tablespoons maple syrup
• 1 Tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, or to taste
• 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
• For the Salad:
• 5-6 fresh strawberries, tops removed and sliced
• 1/2 cup walnuts, pecans, or almonds, roughly chopped
• 1/2 cup goat cheese or blue cheese crumbles
• 12 ounces of spring greens salad mix

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1To make the vinaigrette: In a medium-sized bowl,...: To make the vinaigrette: In a medium-sized bowl, combine the basil and mustard. Whisk in the vinegar, maple syrup, lemon juice, and garlic. Slowly pour the oil into the mixture while whisking. Whisk for about 15-20 seconds until mixture has emulsified and thickened slightly. Whisk in salt and pepper, adjusting to suit your tastes. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator. (Makes about 1 1/2 cups of dressing.)
2. 2To make the salad: Toss about 1/3 cup...: To make the salad: Toss about 1/3 cup of dressing with the salad greens and divide among plates. Add strawberry slices, nuts, and cheese over top.