LWT Pea Shoot and Strawberry Caprese Salad

Ingredients

  • A few handfuls pea shoot microgreens
  • A few large handfuls of tender lettuce greens or arugula
  • 1/2 – 1-pint strawberries, hulled + thinly sliced
  • A few radishes, thinly sliced on a mandolin
  • A handful of crushed almonds or pistachios
  • A small handful of basil leaves, chopped (minimum 3-5 leaves)
  • 8-10 oz of Mozzarella or Burrata cheese, cut into chunks
  • Balsamic vinegar & extra virgin olive oil, to taste
  • Salt & fresh ground black pepper, to taste

Directions

Assemble salad ingredients in a shallow serving bowl: place the tender greens at the bottom, with the pea shoots over top. Sprinkle on the strawberry & radish slices, along with the cheese, basil, and nuts. Drizzle with oil & vinegar, and season with salt & pepper.

IF YOU PREFER MORE OF A ‘SALAD DRESSING’ OPTION WITH THIS, I WOULD HIGHLY RECOMMEND THE FOLLOWING VINAIGRETTE:

Ingredients

  • ½ shallot, finely diced
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
  • ⅓ cup good quality balsamic vinegar
  • ⅔ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • salt and pepper to taste

Place shallot, garlic, brown sugar, and balsamic in a small bowl and whisk together. While whisking add oil, in a slow and steady drizzle, until fully incorporated. Season with salt and pepper.