August in Alaska means raspberries, and salmon berries, and watermelon berries, and blueberries… Hike a few yards up the Rabbit Creek trail for blueberries or wander up the Turnagain arm trail for raspberries (go early, the trail head is crowded on weekends) or go mid-week.
A lovely salad contributed by a healthful client. Julie—thank you for giving us this recipe, Shilah, and loving our household. XOXO
Serves 4
Salad:
8 oz. organic mixed greens or spinach
½ cup fresh raspberries
1 avocado, cubed
½ red onion, chopped
¼ organic pecans,sliced
Dressing:
4 Tablespoons cider vinegar
4 Tablespoons maple syrup
1 Tablespoons. Dijon mustard
½ cup organic olive oil
¼ cup fresh berries
salt & pepper to taste
Preparation:
Salad:
Make the dressing following the directions below and set aside
Wash the greens and drain well
Wash the berries, drain well
Toss together with the cubed avocado, chopped red onion, and sliced pecans.
Just before serving. toss the dressing with the salad.
Dressing:
Whisk together the vinegar, maple syrup, & mustard.
Blend in the berries using a Magic Bullet or whisk until pretty smooth.
Gradually whisk in the oil.
Season with salt & pepper to taste.
Toss into your favorite salad ingredients.
Enjoy!
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