Recipe: Emeril's Simple Mixed Green Salad With Red Wine Vinaigrette
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Combine the red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, shallots, herbs, salt and pepper in a mixing bowl and whisk to combine. Allow to sit for 5 minutes.
While whisking, add the oil in a thin, steady stream until combined. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Place the greens in a salad bowl and drizzle with dressing to taste. Toss gently but thoroughly to combine. Season to taste with salt and pepper and serve immediately.
Yield: About 2 cups dressing; salad for 4 to 6 servings
Note: Any unused dressing may be stored in a nonreactive, airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Recipe courtesy Emeril Lagasse, courtesy Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia, Inc.
