Gym Class Salad with 'Blood Orange' Vinaigrette
This seemingly innocuous Gym Class Salad, with its crisp, verdant base and a shocking 'Blood Orange' Vinaigrette that bleeds across the greens, belies a powerful undercurrent. Each vibrant, sharp bite offers a jolt of flavor, hinting at a quiet intensity just waiting to be unleashed, much like the untold frustrations simmering beneath a seemingly calm surface.
Directions
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk together the blood orange juice, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced shallot, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper until fully combined.
- 2
Slowly drizzle in the extra virgin olive oil while continuously whisking, creating an emulsified vinaigrette; set aside.
- 3
In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed greens, diced cucumber, and halved cherry tomatoes.
- 4
Pour about half of the prepared 'Blood Orange' Vinaigrette over the greens mixture.
- 5
Gently toss the salad until all the greens and vegetables are lightly coated with the vibrant dressing.
- 6
Evenly distribute the crumbled feta cheese and toasted sunflower seeds over the top of the salad.
- 7
Serve immediately, offering extra vinaigrette on the side for those who prefer a more intense crimson coating.
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