Monday, April 27, 2009

Bibb, Kale, Parsley Salad with Strawberries, Blueberries and Radish

All of these ingredient can be picked up in the spring and summer at the local farmer's markets and groceries here in Georgia. This salad is bursting with flavor and loaded with antioxidants.

Bibb, Kale, Parsley Salad with Strawberries, Blueberries and Radish
1 head Bibb lettuce, torn
5 kale leaves (any variety), trimmed and torn
1 bunch parsley, chopped
1/2 pint blue berries
1 pint strawberries
2 medium sized black radishes, peeled and thinly sliced
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
2 Tbsp raw agave nectar
1 tsp Dijon mustard
2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil

Combine vinegar, Dijon mustard and agave nectar in a bowl. Stir in sliced radish and kale. Season with salt and pepper and allow to marinate for about 10 minutes.

Place lettuce, parsley and berries in a large salad bowl. Add the radish-kale mixture along with the liquid. Drizzle extra virgin olive oil in, toss well and serve.

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