Shelly's Recipe

WINTER FRUIT SALAD WITH LEMON POPPYSEED DRESSING

Category: Fruit Salads

Lemon Poppy Seed Vinaigrette:
1 tbsp honey
2 tbsp lemon juice
1/2 tsp diced onion
1/4 tsp Dijon mustard
Dash of salt
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 tsp poppy seeds

Salad:
4 cups romaine lettuce
4 cups mixed greens
1/2 cup roasted cashews
1/4 cup dried cranberries
1 apple, cored and sliced
1 pear, cored and sliced

Vinaigrette: In a food processor, combine the honey, lemon juice, mustard, and salt. Process until well blended. With the motor running, add the oil in a slow, steady stream, until mixture is thick and smooth. Add poppy seeds and process just a few seconds more to mix.

Salad: In a large bowl, combine the romaine and mixed greens. Top with cashews, cranberries, apple, and pear. Drizzle with vinaigrette and toss to combine. Serve immediately. Serves 2-4.