Ingredients

• 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 2T white balsamic vinegar
• 2 T fresh basil
• 1 clove of garlic, minced
• 1 tsp french mustard
• 1 package spinach leaves, washed and shredded
• 1 cup sliced strawberries
• 1/3 cup thinly sliced red onion
• 1/2 cup shaved cheese (Asiago, cheddar or to taste)
• 1/3 cup nuts (toasted walnuts, pecans, or almonds are all nice choices)

Comments

You will need a small bowl for the dressing, a serving bowl for the salad, a fork.

It’s always worth considering your audience when you serve salad. One option is to serve the dressing on the side.

Steps

1. In a small bowl, whisk together the oil, vinegar, garlic, mustard and basil.
2. In the salad bowl, mix the spinach leaves, strawberries and onions.
3. Toss with dressing and sprinkle lightly with cheese.