Spinach Salad with Walnut Oil

Ingredients:

Salad

• 8 cups spinach leaves, stems trimmed, washed and dried
• 1/2 cup whole or chopped toasted walnuts
• 1/3 cup crumbled goat cheese

Refueling

• 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
• 1 tbsp chopped shallot or red onion
• 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 3 tbsp. quality walnut oil*

Preparation:

1. In a small bowl, combine the wine vinegar, shallots, mustard, salt, and pepper. Gradually whisk in the nut oil until the dressing becomes creamy.
2. Place all but a large handful of spinach in a large salad bowl. Toss with most of the dressing. Add the remaining spinach and continue tossing until the greens are completely coated.
3. Serve immediately, sprinkled with goat cheese and walnuts.
   
   
   Note
   
   If walnut oil is too strong in flavor, dilute it halfway with extra virgin olive oil..