Salad of Cos, Carrots & Cucumbers

Ingredients

• 3 hearts of romaine (cos), cut into large chunks
• 2 large carrots, peeled and shredded
• 2 cucumbers, peeled, seeded & diced
• 1 recipe vinaigrette
• 2 cups croutons
• 1 large shallot
• 1 clove garlic
• 1/4 cup red wine vinager
• 3/4 cup olive oil
• 1/4 teaspoon dry mustard, or 1/2 teaspoon of Dijon mustard
• salt & pepper to taste

Method

• Cut up clean greens (making sure they are dry). Place in a large bowl. Add carrots and cucumbers.
• Make vinaigrette by placing all ingredients in a large jar and shaking until thoroughly mixed.
• Right before serving.....
• Pour the vinaigrette on the vegetables, 1/2 at a time, to make sure you do not over saturate. Toss gently with two large spoons. Taste a green to make sure it has enough dressing. Add more if desired and/or the croutons and mix gently. Do not over mix or the greens will begin to break down and wilt. Serve immediately.

Notes

• SERVINGS: 8
• SOURCE: Apple Charlotte