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Warm Winter Salad
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Warm Winter Salad

Author: thesugarpixie

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 2 tablespoons of supermarket Balsamic Vinegar increase olive oil a bit if using good quality balsamic
  • 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
  • salt and pepper
  • Optional: A few shakes Penzey's Sandwich Sprinkle
  • 2-3 Chopped Hearty Greens: spinach arugula, raddichio (non-lettuce type best, get creative!)
  • 1 cup diced Mushroom
  • 1 cup dried cranberry
  • 1 cup diced pear apple is fine too
  • 1/2 cup unsalted dry roasted sunflower seeds
  • 1/4 cup diced manchego or other hard cheese
  • Large microwave proof mixing bowl OR Microwave safe measuring cup

Instructions

All in One Mixing Bowl method

  • In a large bowl place olive oil, dijon mustard, balsamic dressing, salt, pepper, and Penzey's sandwich sprinkle. Mix well.
  • Add in greens, mushroom, cranberry, pear, sunflower seeds, and manchego cheese.
  • Toss to combine
  • Place in microwave and warm in 30 second intervals.

Just warm the dressing

  • In a microwave safe measuring cup add olive oil, balsamic vinegar, dijon mustard, salt, pepper, and Penzey's Sandwich sprinkle.
  • Warm in 15 second intervals.
  • Toss with mixed greens, fruits, cheese, and vegetables.