This is actually something my Grandfather taught me. Once retired he spent a good amount of his time at his second home in Tuscany. One of his friends there had an Olive Grove and we never lacked amazing Olive Oil. Since salad is a major staple at our house, it is absolutely essential to know how to dress a salad well and I have to say, nowadays my daughters skills put all others to shame.
Ingredients:
3 Tbsp. Olive Oil
1 Tbsp. Balsamic Vinegar
1 tsp. Salt
1/2 tsp. Pepper
Just whisk everything up really well and toss it with your salad.
This is the very basic version, which is delicious tossed with just about any lettuce or fresh vegetable. Now, make it your own!
Mediterranean version: add a squeeze of Lemon and some chopped Garlic, some fresh Herbs, if you have them.
Summery Salads: whisk in some pureed Raspberries.
Go Asian: replace your Olive Oil and Balsamic with Soy Oil and Rice Vinegar, then add a squeeze of Lime and some Soy Sauce.
Your options are only limited by your imagination, so have fun with it and enjoy your greens!
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Your salad is always the best! I also like the ideas on how to add your own twist. :)
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