Salad

August 18, 2018

This time of year, the heat in the South is oppressive, and that really affects the appetite. Often, particularly for lunch, all I want is a hearty, cold salad. I start with a packaged kale salad kit because I like the little package of pine nuts and dried cherries. Then, I add a combination of ingredients that add color and flavor. I always make my own poppy seed dressing, but you could certainly use the one that comes with the kit if you want to save time.

To make the dressing, place all of the ingredients except oil into the boil of a food processor and process until smooth. Slowly drizzle in oil while motor is running and process until the dressing is emulsified. Pour into a glass jar and refrigerate.

To make salad, place the greens on a large mixing bowl. Add the package of pine nuts and dried cranberries that come with the kit. Add the other ingredients. Pour 1/3 cup of dressing on the salad and mix well. Add a little more dressing if needed.

Serve in refrigerated salad bowls. Serves 4.