Blackberry Balsamic Salad
Ingredients
5 ounces baby arugula (or spinach)
1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
1–2 cups fresh blackberries
1/3 cup crumbled goat cheese (optional)
1/4–1/2 cup toasted slivered almonds (or sub maple pecans)
1/4 cup basil leaves- torn ( purple basil is pretty here!)
optional: 1 tablespoon fresh chive or onion blossoms
- Balsamic Vinaigrette
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 1/2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 teaspoons maple syrup (or honey)
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp pepper
Directions
- Make the dressing- whisk all ingredients in a small bowl.
- In a large bowl, place arugula, basil and onions. Toss with just enough dressing to lightly coat ( you may not need all). Feel free to add the remaining ingredients and toss or plate individual portions.
- If plating: place the dressed greens onto plates. Top with blackberries, goat cheese, a few basil leaves, almonds and blossoms.
- Add a drizzle of balsamic glaze– optional.
- Serve immediately!