Friday, January 3, 2014

Spinach Salad with Goat Cheese and Walnuts

Ingredients

Dressing
1 tbsp red wine vinegar
1 tbsp minced shallot
2 tsp dijon mustard
1/4 tsp kosher salt
freshly ground black pepper
3 tbsp quality walnut oil

Salad
8 cups baby spinach leaves, stems trimmed
1/2 c whole or chopped walnuts, toasted
1/3 c crumbled goat cheese

In a small bowl, combine vinegar, shallot, mustard, salkt and pepper. Gradually whisk in the oil to make a creamy dressing.

Put all but a large handful of the spinach in a large bowl. Toss with most of hte dressing. Add remaining spinach and continue tossing until well coated. Serve immediately topped with goat cheese and walnuts.