"Beet, Lentil and Spinach Salad with Basil and tangy Pomegranate Dressing, topped with maple glazed walnuts and crumbled goat cheese. ..."
INGREDIENTS
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1/2 cup pomegranate juice
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2 tablespoons shallot, chopped fine
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2 tablespoons red wine vinegar or champagne vinegar
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4 tablespoons olive oil
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2 tablespoons maple syrup
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1 tablespoon orange zest, finely chopped
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon pepper
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pinch allspice (optional)
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1 cup walnuts
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2 tablespoons maple syrup
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pinch salt and allspice (optional)
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5-7 ounces baby spinach (or sub arugula)
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1 cup cooked lentils (black caviar lentils are nice here)
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1 1/2-2 cups cooked beets (peeled and cut into wedges) about 3 medium beets
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1/4 cup basil ribbons
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1 cup pomegranate seeds
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1/2-1 cup crumbled goat cheese, more for garnish