Champagne Vinaigrette and Mixed Green Delight

This is a recipe that reminds me of the yummy salad they serve at Sweetwater Tavern. The amounts for the last 4 ingredients can be to your liking.

• Ready In: 15 mins
• Serves: 6-7

Ingredients

• 2 1⁄2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
• 1⁄4 cup champagne vinegar
• 1  teaspoon honey
• 1 1⁄2 tablespoons water
• 1  cup extra virgin olive oil
• 1  large  minced shallot
• 1⁄3 cup  minced fresh basil
• 1  lb  baby  mixed greens
• 1  diced tomatoes
• 1⁄4 cup dried cranberries
• 1⁄4 cup  diced dates
• 3  tablespoons pine nuts
• 1⁄4 cup  fresh goat cheese

Directions

1. Combine mustard, vinegar, honey and water.
2. Briskly whisk.
3. Slowly add in olive oil, shallots and basil.
4. Toss with mixed greens.
5. Top with additional ingredients to taste.