Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 5 ounces baby arugula (or spinach)
  • ¼ cup thinly sliced red onion
  • 1-2  cups fresh blackberries
  • ⅓ cup crumbled goat cheese
  • ¼-1/2 cup toasted slivered almonds (or sub maple pecans) 
  • ¼ cup basil leaves- torn ( purple basil is pretty here!)
  • optional: 1 tablespoon fresh chive or onion blossoms
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 1/2 tablespoons  balsamic vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons maple syrup (or honey)
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper

Instruction

  • Make the dressing- whisk all ingredients in a small bowl.
  • In a large bowl, place arugula, basil and onions. Toss with just enough dressing to lightly coat ( you may not need all). Feel free to add the remaining ingredients and toss or plate individual portions.
  • If plating: place the dressed greens onto plates. Top with blackberries, goat cheese, a few basil leaves, almonds and blossoms.
  • Add a drizzle of balsamic glaze– optional.
  • Serve immediately!