Salad Greens With Mango-Basil Vinaigrette

Submitted by Roberts44

"Fresh and light, this fruity tossed side salad will contrast nicely with heartier dishes."

 

• Ready In: 20mins
• Ingredients: 7
• Serves: 6

ingredients

• 1 (24 ounce) jar refrigerated mangoes, slices drained
• 1⁄4 cup light red wine vinaigrette
• 2 teaspoons fresh basil
• 1 teaspoon of fresh mint
• 1⁄8 - 1⁄4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 5 ounces torn mixed salad greens
• 1 ounce parmesan cheese, finely shredded (1/4 cup)

directions

1. For mango-basil vinaigrette: Place 1/2 cup of the mango in a food processor or blender. Cover and process or blend until smooth. Add salad dressing, basil, mint, and crushed red pepper; cover and process or blend just until mixed. Let stand for 5 minutes for flavors to develop.
2. Divide greens evenly among six salad plates. Top greens with the remaining mango, breaking mango into bite-size pieces. Drizzle each plate with 2 tablespoons of the mango-basil vinaigrette. Top with cheese. Serve immediately.