Val, Ryan learn spring Mediterranean salad recipe; 'Hollywood Stargirl' review

You can even make your own salad dressing
Friday, June 3, 2022
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Alessi in the Kitchen


Val, Ryan learn spring Mediterranean salad recipe

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Ryan and Val got cooking in the kitchen with "Windy City Weekend's" first in-studio chef! Chef Niall Gallus made a fresh Mediterranean spring salad.

Ingredients:

- Homemade Balsamic Vinaigrette
- Vigo Marinated Artichoke Hearts
- Vigo Roasted Red Peppers
- Vigo Capote Capers
- Feta Cheese
- Cucumbers
- Red Onion
- Romaine Lettuce
- Grilled Chicken
- Alessi Breadsticks

Recipe:

- Combine and whisk vinegars, honey, garlic, mustard and herbs.
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- Place oil into a squirt bottle.
- Whisk and gradually combine the oil with mixture to emulsify.
- Add salt and pepper to taste.

Recipe for the Homemade Balsamic Vinaigrette:

(Requires whisk, bowl, squirt bottle)



- 2 tablespoons Alessi Balsamic Vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Alessi Red Wine Vinegar
- 3 tablespoons Honey
- 2 teaspoons of Alessi Garlic Puree
- 2-3 teaspoons Dijon Mustard
- Fresh basil
- Fresh oregano
- 3/4 cup Canola or Grapeseed Oil

You can find Alessi products by visiting the Alessi website.
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Also, be sure to check out Valli Produce's website to find a location near you. Facebook: Valli Produce

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