Salad greens can make a fabulous nutrient-rich meal, yet be light. The number of greens you can include in a salad are numerous. Whether it’s collard or sorrel, spinach or arugula , they all provide copious amounts of fiber, B vitamins, antioxidants, and minerals like calcium, magnesium and potassium.
Enjoy this tasty greens salad that is topped with nectarines, mint, grape seed oil and more!
Ingredients:
2 cups garden sorrel leaves, washed
1 head red leaf lettuce or butter lettuce, torn into bite-size pieces
¾ cup nectarines, thinly sliced
3 tbsp white wine vinegar
1 tbsp grape-seed oil
2 tbsp maple syrup
¾ tsp Dijon mustard
2 tbsp shallot, minced
1 tbsp fresh mint, finely chopped
1 tbsp chives, finely minced
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
In a large bowl, combine the sorrel, lettuce, and nectarines. Whisk together the rest of the ingredients in a small bowl and season. Drizzle the dressing over salad, toss lightly, and serve.