Sunday, June 22, 2014

Beet Green, Beet, Leek and Walnut Salad

Ingredients
- 1 bunch beet greens (or fresh kale)
- 4 medium beets
- 1 leek
- spring mix lettuce, bite size

- 1 cup chopped walnuts
- 1/4 cup cider vinegar
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- salt and pepper
- 1 pinch cayenne pepper

Directions
1. Beets - peel, cut into bite sized pieces, microwave in bowl covered with saran wrap for 15 minutes
2. Leek - chop, wash, blanche for 30 seconds
3. Beet greens - discard stems, chop and wilt in saute pan (if using fresh kale can use raw)
4. Dressing - combine ingredients and let sit for at least 10 minutes
5. Dress beets and greens separately. Combine.

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