Spinach And Hazelnut Salad With Strawberry Balsamic Vinaigrette - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/4 cup aged balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons sugar-free strawberry preserves
freshly ground black pepper to taste
3 1/2 cups torn fresh spinach
3 1/2 cups romaine lettuce leaves
1/3 cup chopped hazelnuts
1/4 cup golden raisins
1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
1/2 cup plain mini shredded wheat cereal biscuits
1 ripe avocado, sliced

Preparation

In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, strawberry preserves, and black pepper.
In a large bowl, toss together spinach, lettuce, hazelnuts, raisins, red onion, and shredded wheat biscuits. Drizzle salad dressing over the salad, and toss gently to combine. Serve topped with sliced avocado.