Wednesday, February 13, 2008

Hearts of Palms Mixed Green Salad

The addition of hearts of palm with this salad make for a great taste. I feel the vegetable, hearts of palm is a hidden gem and everyone must try it, especially in this salad, Serve this elegant salad at your next dinner party.

Ingredients
6 C. mixed salad greens
1/2 C. artichoke hearts, quartered
1/2 C. hearts of palm, sliced
1/4 C. pine nuts, toasted
1 C. olive oil
1/3 C. white wine vinegar
2 Tbs. basil, fresh, chopped
1/2 tsp. garlic, minced

Directions
Dressing: Add the vinegar and garlic to the food processor bowl. With the processor running, drizzle in the oil. Add the basil and pulse a few times. Salad: Arrange the greens on medium plates. Place the artichokes and hearts of palm around the edges. Ladle on the dressing. Garnish with the toasted pine nuts.

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