Neighborhood Favorite: Hello Bistro
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Yield: 1 large serving
Ingredients:
4 cups mixed greens
1/3 cup cooked chicken breast, diced
1/2 cup strawberries, quartered
1/4 cup bleu cheese, crumbled
1 tablespoon slivered almonds
1/4 cup poppy seed vinaigrette dressing (recipe below)
Directions:
1. Place the mixed greens on to a cutting board.
2. Top the greens with chicken breast, strawberries and crumbled bleu cheese.
3. Using a mezzaluna knife or French knife, chop the ingredients into uniform pieces, about ¼” in size.
4. Place the chopped salad into a stainless-steel bowl and add the almonds and dressing.
5. Using serving tongs, evenly mix the salad and serve immediately.
Poppy Seed
Vinaigrette Dressing
Yield: 1 cup (4 servings)
Ingredients:
1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
1/3 cup honey
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon poppy seeds
1/4 teaspoon Kosher salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
1/3 cup olive oil
Directions:
1. In a blender or food processor, combine the vinegar, honey, mustard, poppy seeds, salt and pepper.
2. Turn the blender on a medium setting and slowly add the olive oil.
3. Blend until the dressing emulsifies.
4. Place in a covered container and store at 41° or below.
Note: The dressing may require a slight shake of mixing before each use.
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Corporate Chef Regis Holden