Mixed Salad with Blackberry Vinaigrette

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   In a large skillet, heat the oil over a medium-high heat.

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   Add the shallots and garlic and cook, stirring, for 1 minute.

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   Add the blackberries and cook, stirring, for 2 minutes.

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   Deglaze the pan with the vinegars and cook until reduced by half, about 30 seconds.

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   Remove from the heat and transfer to a blender.

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   Add the sugar, mint and tarragon, and process to a smooth paste.

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   Add the salt and pepper.

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   With the machine running, add the light olive oil through the feed tube and process until smooth.

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   Strain through a fine mesh sieve into a clean bowl and refrigerate until completely cool, about 1 hour.

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    To make the salads, in a large bowl, combine the greens with the endive and pistachios and toss with the vinaigrette until lightly coated.

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    Season, to taste, with salt and freshly ground black pepper.

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    To plate, divide the tossed greens among 4 plates and top with the goat cheese.

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    Arrange 3 endive spears and the avocado slices decoratively around the edges, and serve.

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    Garnish with extra blackberries.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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