Believe it or not, I don't always prepare elaborate raw food dishes. I do appreciate the simplicity of a piece of fruit on top of fresh greens. But, of course I have to create a spectacular dressing.
4 cups spring mix
2 pears, cut in slices Place spring mix lettuce on plate, top with pear slices.
Tangy Cranberry Balsamic Vinaigrette
(Yield: 1 cup )
3/4 cup olive oil
1/2 cup dried cranberries, soaked
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons agave nectar (optional)
1/4 teaspoon sea salt
Combine balsamic vinegar, cranberries, agave nectar and sea salt in a blender. Slowly stream in olive oil.
Drizzle on top of salad.
Serves 4