Sesame Salad Dressing
Ingredients
½ cup rice vinegar
2 Tbsp mirin (Japanese sweet cooking wine, found in Asian food section of the grocery – may substitute sherry)
2 Tbsp canola oil
2 tsp sesame oil
2 Tbsp soy sauce
3 Tbsp sugar
½ tsp salt
1 Tbsp sesame seeds
Shake this up in a jar to dissolve sugar. Store in the refrigerator.
Salad Ingredients
Romaine lettuce and baby spinach leaves combined
Fruits of choice: strawberries, blueberries, mandarin oranges, dried cranberries (add anything else in season or that is a favorite)
Also: sliced avocado, sliced baby bell peppers, toasted almonds, sliced green onions (add anything you like – mint or other fresh herbs in season are nice)
Protein: Grilled or broiled pork tenderloin, chicken, steak, or shrimp. A favorite grilling marinade is a combination of brown sugar, bourbon, and soy sauce.
Directions: Mix lettuce and spinach in a large bowl. Arrange toppings on a platter. Serve with dressing. Celebrate!