Apple Salad

                     Apple Salad
                     

Ingredients for Vinaigrette.

1. 1/4 cup apple_cider vinegar (59ml),

2. 2 tablespoons of avocado oil (30ml),

3. 1/8 teaspoon of salt,

4. 1/8 teaspoon of freshly ground black pepper (6ml),

5. 1 teaspoon fresh chopped basil,

6. 1/2 teaspoon of dried tarragon (2.5ml), or 1 teaspoon (5 ml) fresh,

7. 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard (2.5ml),

8. 1 teaspoon maple syrup (5ml).

Ingredients for Salad;

1. 1 medium apple, peeled, cored, and chopped,

2. 3 stalks celery, chopped ,

3. 2 tablespoon of fresh finely chopped basil ( 30ml),

4. 1 small head butter lettuce, torn into small pieces,

5. 1/2 cup toasted croutons (118ml).

Direction:

The Vinaigrette: In a small bowl, mix the vinegar, oil, salt, pepper, basil, and tarragon and whisk to combine.

2. Add the mustard and maple syrup and whisk again.

Direction for the Salad:

1. Just before serving,combine the freshly cut apple, celery, and fresh basil in a large bowl.

2. Stir in the vinaigrette and mix well.

3. Now add the lettuce leaves and croutons and toss well.