PARTY SALAD WITH BALSAMIC HONEY-MUSTARD VINAIGRETTE

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The vinaigrette is asy to make and emulsifies beautifully and can be made right in your salad bowl. If whisked properly it won't separate on you for a long time. Use the salad ingredients that you like. This is how I fixed it the last time I served it and it was a hit. Yummy!

Provided by Secret Agent

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 20m

Yield 1 salad, 12-16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 tablespoons mustard (what you like but I used yellow the last time and it was great!)
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon cracked black pepper
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup honey
1 tablespoon shallot, finely minced
1/4 teaspoon finely minced garlic
1 cup extra virgin olive oil
12 cups lettuce, trimmed and torn (mixed or what you like, romaine works well)
2 finely sliced scallions (or half of a thinly sliced red onion)
1/4 cup herbs, fresh minced (what you like but parsley and thyme work well)
2 cups grape tomatoes, halved
1 -2 carrot, thinly sliced
2 celery ribs, thinly sliced
1/4 cup sultana raisin
1/4 cup craisins (dried cranberries)
1/4 cup toasted walnuts, chopped
1/2 cup blue cheese, crumbles (optional, feta works too)

Steps:

  • In your salad bowl whisk mustard, salt, pepper, vinegar briskly until very well combined. Add the vinegar and whisk for about a minute. Add honey and whisk for about 30 seconds. It should be thick. Whisk in the shallot and garlic.
  • Dribble the olive oil into the base very slowly whisking all the while. The olive oil should be completely incorporated as you dribble. This is important so if you see oil in a ring around the vinegar, keep whisking! After all of the oil is mixed in, keep whisking for a few seconds more to ensure the emulsification.
  • Just before serving add your salad fixings, romaine, carrots, tomatoes, scallions, herbs, what you like. Toss and add the walnuts and cheese to the top.
  • Serve on chilled plates.
  • I have made this in a punch bowl to serve about 35 people.
  • If you want, you can store the dressing in the refrigerator in a jar for everyday use.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250.1, Fat 21.5, SaturatedFat 3.7, Cholesterol 4.2, Sodium 201.9, Carbohydrate 14.2, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 10.1, Protein 2.7

Official Espinall
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I love the combination of flavors in this salad. The balsamic honey mustard vinaigrette is perfect.


raja dawood
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken. It's also a great dish to bring to a potluck.


Mary Austin
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I made this salad for a party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe.


Md Sajadul
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This salad is delicious! The dressing is so flavorful and the combination of ingredients is perfect.


Karishma Zahra
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. It's my go-to recipe for potlucks and parties.


Sheila Beckham
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


ELFDL Ali
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I love the combination of flavors in this salad. The balsamic honey mustard vinaigrette is perfect.


Habib Hassan
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken. It's also a great dish to bring to a potluck.


Karsyn Phillips
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I made this salad for a party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe.


Sanelisiwe Luthuli
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This salad is delicious! The dressing is so flavorful and the combination of ingredients is perfect.


Lal Bakhsh arabian
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. It's my go-to recipe for potlucks and parties.


MdKalam2628
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


alex Olaco
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I love the combination of flavors in this salad. The balsamic honey mustard vinaigrette is perfect.


jason o
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This salad is so easy to make, but it looks and tastes like it came from a fancy restaurant.


Sonia Arguijo
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it.


Ethan Segundo
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken. It's also a great dish to bring to a potluck.


Hayley tlcsvcd
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My family loved this salad! It was a nice change from our usual dinner routine.


javeed jami
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This salad is perfect for a summer party. It's light, refreshing, and easy to make.


New Gamer
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I've never been a big fan of salads, but this one changed my mind. It's so flavorful and refreshing.


Itsthat Onekid
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This salad was a huge hit at my party! Everyone loved the combination of sweet and tangy flavors.