Summer Salad with Basil Dressing This salad is loaded with summertime favorites, including tomatoes, cucumber, and stone fruit. Total Time: 15 min. Prep Time: 15 min. Cooking Time: None Preparation Difficulty: Easy Yield: 1 serving Ingredients: 2 tsp. extra-virgin olive oil 1 Tbsp. rice wine vinegar 1 tsp. raw honey ¼ packed fresh basil leaves 2 cups chopped romaine lettuce ¼ medium cucumber, cut in half lengthwise 1 heirloom tomato, coarsely chopped 1 medium nectarine (or peach, apple or pear), slightly firm, coarsely chopped 2 tsp. raw pecan pieces ½ oz. soft goat cheese Preparation: 1. Place oil, vinegar, honey, and basil in a food processor or blender; cover. Pulse until smooth. Set aside. 2. Combine lettuce, cucumber, tomato, and nectarine in a large serving bowl; mix well. 3. Drizzle salad with dressing; toss gently to blend. 4. Top with pecans and cheese. Nutritional Information (per serving): Calories: 274 Fat: 16 g Saturated Fat: 4 g Cholesterol: 7 mg Sodium: 67 mg Carbohydrates: 30 g Fiber: 7 g Sugar: 22 g Protein: 7 g
Posted on: Tue, 01 Oct 2013 23:22:20 +0000
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