Spinach Berry Salad with Signature House Dressing

Dressing

¼ cup olive oil

2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar

½ teaspoon honey

½ teaspoon Dijon mustard

1 clove garlic, minced

Salt and ground black pepper to taste

Salad

8 cups baby spinach or mixed greens

4 ounces crumbled goat, feta or blue cheese

1 cup pecans, toasted

1 pint fresh blackberries

Combine oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, garlic, salt and black pepper together in a glass jar with a lid. Replace lid and shake vigorously until thoroughly combined.

Toss together greens, cheese, pecans and blackberries. Drizzle with balsamic vinaigrette. Serve.

Cook's note: Can substitute homemade dressing for a favorite balsamic vinaigrette.

Serves four.

Angela Martindale