Tuesday, May 1, 2012

Quick & Easies: Strawberry Fieldgreens Forever

If I ever own a restaurant, this salad will be first thing on the menu. It's incredibly fast, easy, and delicious! You don't have to add the goat cheese, but the way it combines with the balsamic is incredible. Credit where credit is due: thanks to Leila B. for introducing me to the powers of strawberries in salads.

Ingredients: No portions here, just do what you feel!
Lettuce (I use heirloom from the garden, but baby greens or spinach work nicely)
Strawberries
Pecans
Goat Cheese (optional)
Balsamic Vinegar

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6. Drizzle on the balsamic and enjoy! If you choose not to add the goat cheese, you may want to add some oil to the dressing. Olive oil or walnut oil if you've got it!

There you have it! Now, this is made for the freshness of spring, but in the fall you could add dried fruit and walnuts, too. Yum!

Greens on the Porch

Flowers are beautiful, but why not showcase some spring greens on your front porch? My speckled trout heirloom lettuce complements my welcome mat nicely. And when you have an inkling for some Strawberry Fieldgreens Forever, it's only as far away as a trip to the front door.