Spinach And Basil Salad With Pine Nut Dressing

Name: Spinach And Basil Salad With Pine Nut Dressing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Dressing; 1 1/4 cups pine nuts, toasted (about 6 1/2 oz.); 1/2 beaten egg 2 t. minced shallot (or green onion); 3/4 teaspoon fresh lemon juice; 1/2 cup olive oil; 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar (or red wine vinegar); salt & freshly ground black pepper; Salad; 1 1/4 lbs spinach, stemmed; 1 small bunch basil, stemmed; 3 tablespoons water (optional); 4 ounces piece parmesan cheese, cut into shavings with a vegetable peeler

Servings: persons

Dressing
1 1/4 cups pine nuts, toasted (about 6 1/2 oz.)
1/2 beaten egg 2 t. minced shallot (or green onion)
3/4 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
1/2 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar (or red wine vinegar)
salt & freshly ground black pepper
Salad
1 1/4 lbs spinach, stemmed
1 small bunch basil, stemmed
3 tablespoons water (optional)
4 ounces piece parmesan cheese, cut into shavings with a vegetable peeler

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Dressing:.
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Puree 1/2 cup pine nuts in processor; add egg, shallot and lemon juice and puree.
3
Gradually add oil and vinegar alternately through feed tube and blend until smooth; season to taste with salt and pepper.
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(Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate.).
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Salad:.
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Toss spinach and basil in large bowl .
7
Thin dressing with water if desired and spoon enough dressing over greens to season to taste and toss.
8
Divide greens among plates, top with cheese and remaining pine nuts and serve.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Dressing, 1 1/4 cups pine nuts, toasted (about 6 1/2 oz.), 1/2 beaten egg 2 t. minced shallot (or green onion), 3/4 teaspoon fresh lemon juice, and more.

Yes, Spinach And Basil Salad With Pine Nut Dressing falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Spinach And Basil Salad With Pine Nut Dressing

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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