Food Works Classic Oil and Balsamic Dressing on Greens, Feta, an

Olive oil and balsamic vinegar is a classic Italian topping on a whole bunch of things, salad included. The tangy balsamic pairs really well with sweet apples and salty feta cheese, and nuts add protein to this salad. <br> PROTIP: The vinegar in this dressing will burn your greens, so only dress your salad right before you serve.

• Ready In: 10 mins
• Serves: 4
• Yields: 8 servings of vegetables

Ingredients

• 2  apples, sliced thin, CORES REMOVED
• 1  head romaine lettuce, torn into bite-sized pieces or 6  cups  mixed  spring greens
• 3  mushrooms, sliced thin (optional)
• 1⁄4 red onion, sliced thin (optional)
• 1⁄2 cucumber, sliced into coins (optional)
• 1⁄2 cup  roasted  salted sunflower seeds or 1⁄2 cup walnuts or 1⁄2 cup pecans
• 1⁄2 cup feta cheese or 1⁄2 cup  goat cheese, crumbled
• 2  tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1  tablespoon  balsamic vinegar

Directions

1. Slice up all vegetables and tear lettuce into small pieces. Toss together in a large bowl.
2. Top with nuts and cheese.
3. In a small cup, mix the oil and vinegar.
4. Dress the salad JUST before serving by adding 1/2 of the dressing, mixing well, tasting, and adding more if needed.