Dijon Balsamic Vinaigrette
1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
1-1/4 cups plus 2 tablespoons olive oil
Salad
1-1/2 pounds clean crisp mixed baby salad greens
12 cherry tomatoes, stemmed and cut in half
In a mixing bowl, use a whisk to stir together the vinegar, mustard, garlic, pepper, and salt. Whisking continuously, slowly pour in the olive oil. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
Put the salad greens in a large mixing bowl. Add the dressing, using salad servers, toss well to coat the greens. Transfer the dressed to chilled salad plates and place the cherry tomato halves along side.
Servings: 8