Spring Mix Salad With Homemade Vinaigrette

I hope you all had a wonderful new year! It’s been a few days, and I am sorry for my lack of posts. This time of year is always really busy. Anyhow, I am very excited for 2011 and all of the promises it holds. 2010 was a wonderful and challenging year. I learned a lot, lost a lot, and grew a lot. I am truly excited for the possibilities, challenges, and growth that lye ahead.

To start the year on a light note, here is a simple recipe for a tasty salad.

Ingredients:

Salad 

-Spring Salad Mix

-Walnuts

-Goat Cheese

-1 Pear

-Breast of Grilled Chicken (optional)

Dressing

-½ Cup Oil

-½ Cup Red Wine or Raspberry Vinegar

-1 Tsp Dijon Mustard

-1 Tbs. Sugar

-½ tsp oregano

-Salt & Pepper (to taste)

Directions: Mix together desired amount of lettuce and mix with walnuts, pears, and goat cheese. Top with grilled chicken, if desired. In small bowl or container whisk the dressing ingredients together and drizzle onto salad. Enjoy!