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Old 06-07-2014, 07:54 AM
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QuiltE
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My first thought was a lemon and oil dressing, which I see JoM has given you.

My second thought was that you have a very "white" salad,
and you need a splash of colour which made me think of a favourite of mine ......

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Warm Strawberry Dressing
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2 tbsp. olive oil
2 tbsp. sesame seeds
1 tbsp. poppy seeds
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
2 tbsp. sugar
1/4 tsp. sweet paprika
Salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
Strawberries, rinsed, hulled and sliced

Whisk vinegar, sugar, paprika, salt and pepper to combine. Set aside.
Heat oil in a small skillet over medium/low heat.
Add both seeds and toast, stirring often, til sesame seeds are golden, about 5 minutes.
Remove from burner.
Whisk vinegar mixture again. Stir in strawberries.
Stir all into hot oil and seed mixture. Remove from heat.

Top salad with hot dressing mix and toss lightly.
If individual salads, a splash on top will do, and serve.
Be careful to not add too much dressing.
Serve immediately.

Notes:
• I usually make a double batch as it is nice as a traditional cold dressing
• Goes nicely over a spinach salad.
• Feta or chicken make a nice add-in for this salad.

Last edited by QuiltE; 06-07-2014 at 07:57 AM.
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