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Zesty Salad Greens with Easy Balsamic Vinaigrette Recipe

Served over a bed of crisp mixed greens with tasty toppings, this vinaigrette adds a touch of restaurant flair. The good news is, both the salad and dressing are simple enough to prepare in your own kitchen!

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Zesty Salad Greens with Easy Balsamic Vinaigrette Recipe

Prep/Total Time: 15 min.

Yield: 6 Servings

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Ingredients

1 garlic clove, peeled
1 tablespoon diced sweet red pepper
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2/3 cup olive oil
1 package (10 ounces) mixed salad greens
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
2 hard-cooked eggs, peeled and chopped

Directions

Place garlic and red pepper in a food processor. Cover and process until minced. Add vinegar, Italian seasoning, mustard, salt and pepper. Cover and pulse until blended. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream. Process mixture until thickened.
In a large serving bowl, combine mixed greens, cheese, red onion and eggs. Drizzle dressing over salad; toss to coat. Yield: 6 servings.

Originally published as Zesty Salad Greens with Easy Balsamic Vinaigrette in Taste of Home Cooking School Collection Spring 2008, p35