Melissa Tate TX

Deconstructed Salad with Balsamic Honey Dressing

Serves: 4-6 | Prep: 20 min. | Total: 25 min.

Ingredients: Salad  6 cups spring mix salad | ½ cup cherry tomatoes | ½ cup red onion, diced | ½ medium green bell pepper, sliced | ½ cup shredded carrots | 1 avocado, sliced | 1 cup mozzarella balls | ½ cup cucumber, sliced | ½ medium red bell pepper, sliced Dressing ½ cup balsamic vinegar | ¼ cup honey | ¼ cup olive oil | ½ tsp. pepper | ¼ tsp. salt

Directions: Prep dressing by adding all ingredients to a glass jar and shaking vigorously to combine. Set aside and prepare the salad. A large shallow dish or wooden cutting board is excellent for this deconstructed salad. Spread spring mix onto a serving dish and top with rows of other ingredients. Drizzle salad with dressing and serve with extra dressing on the side.

Tips & Tricks: Deconstructed salads are perfect when serving guests to allow them to choose their own ingredients.