Shelly's Recipe

FRESH STRAWBERRY AND BLUE CHEESE SALAD

Category: Salad

2 cups halved or sliced strawberries (cut lengthwise)
2 cups mixed baby greens
1 cup cilantro, leaves only
1 rib celery, sliced lengthwise and finely diced
1/2 cup thinly sliced Bermuda onion
2 ounces toasted pecans
5 ounces blue cheese or Roquefort, crumbled

Dressing:
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup freshly squeezed fresh lemon juice
2 tbsp honey
1 tbsp raspberry vinegar
Salt and pepper to taste
1/2 hot chili, minced

Place all the ingredients for the salad in a large salad bowl except for the cheese, and toss gently. Whisk all the ingredients for the dressing together (or place in a jar with a cover and shake vigorously) and pour over the salad. Garnish with the cheese and serve. Serves 4