Mixed Baby Greens With Balsamic Vinaigrette Recipes

Steps:

• In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the first six ingredients; shake well. Serve over salad.

Steps:

• to Make Vinaigrette:.
• In medium bowl whisk all the ingredients except the oil until mixed. Gradually whisk in the oil until smooth.
• In a small bowl, cover the onion with iced water and let stand for 10 minutes. Drain well. (Soaking the onion removes the sharp bit).
• In a large bowl, place the lettuce, drained onions, tomato and cucumber and add the dressing a little at a time, tossing gently and thoroughly until all the vegetables are evenly coated. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste.
• Serve immediately on chilled salad plates.

Steps:

• Combine mustard and vinegar in the bottom of a bowl. Stream in extra-virgin olive oil, whisking dressing as oil is added. Add greens to the bowl. Toss and turn greens with tongs to evenly coat them with dressing. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.

Steps:

• UP TO 3 DAYS AHEAD:.
• Place vinegars, water, oregano, basil, pepper and garlic in a large glass jar.
• Shake to mix well.
• Slowly add olive oils, stirring constantly to mix well.
• Refrigerate until needed - bring to room temperature before serving and shake to mix.
• TO SERVE:.
• Place desired amount of mixed baby greens in a large bowl.
• Add dressing to coat and toss to mix well.
• NOTE:
• You can use this tangy dressing on any mixed green salad. The recipe makes enough dressing for several occasions.
• Try drizzling the vinaigrette on steamed asparagus or toss with julienne zucchini.

Steps:

• In tightly covered container, shake all vinaigrette ingredients until well blended. Makes 1 cup vinaigrette; use 1/3 cup for this recipe.
• In 10-inch nonstick skillet, heat 1/3 cup balsamic vinaigrette to boiling over medium heat. Cook mushrooms in vinaigrette 3 minutes; remove from heat.
• Add remaining salad ingredients. Toss 1 to 2 minutes or until greens begin to wilt. Serve immediately. Sprinkle with freshly ground pepper if desired.