Simply Salad

The thing we love about salad is that there are really endless combinations you can put together, but you'd be surprised at how challenging it can be to come with something new and exciting. That's why we were really pleased with our final selection for the Anniversary Dinner -- Late Summer Salad.

Late Summer Salad

Green leaf lettuce
Organic radishes, thinly sliced
Red onion, thinly sliced
Fresh watermelon, from the Farmer's Market
Fresh figs, pulled from the tree and halved
Parmesan crisps
Fig vinaigrette

Parmesan crisps -- we used a mix of Reggiano Parmesan and Kraft shaker parmesan, drop a small handful in a heated pan over medium heat, when it starts to bubble a bit, flip it over, cook for a minute or two more then remove from pan, let cool then quarter.

Fig vinaigrette -- blended with a whisk, fig vinegar (very sweet), lemon olive oil, a smidge of Dijon mustard, and salt and fresh cracked black pepper, about 50/50 on the oil and vinegar, salt and pepper to taste.

It was a nice blend of salty and sweet, and the contrast of the red veggie on the green lettuce made it visually appealing as well. People were surprised by the addition of watermelon, but it made a tasty addition to the dish, so it was a welcomed addition.