Marinated Mushrooms and Romaine Salad

 

INGREDIENTS:

 

1 head romaine or other greens
3 ounces fresh mushrooms, halved
3 tablespoons snipped chives, to garnish

 

VINAIGRETTE:

 

1/4 cup white wine vinegar
4 teaspoons sugar
3 teaspoons lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon dry mustard
3/4 cup vegetable oil
3 large scallions, sliced
3 cloves garlic, minced

TO PREPARE:

 

Clean and tear greens into bite-sized pieces. Place mushrooms in a covered dish or plastic storage bag.

For vinaigrette: In a jar with a tight fitting lid, mix vinegar, sugar, lemon juice, mustard, oil, scallions and garlic. Shake vigorously. Poor over mushrooms, cover and chill for 4 hours or overnight, stirring occasionally.

Drain mushrooms, reserving vinaigrette. Spoon mushrooms over salad greens and drizzle remaining dressing over all. Garnish with snipped chives and serve.

 

SERVES 8