- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1 1/2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 small shallot, peeled and chopped
- 2 small cloves garlic, peeled
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1 head red lettuce leaves, rinsed, dried, and torn
- 1/2 small red onion, peeled, cut into 1/2-inch-wide slivers
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds, lightly toasted
- 1 pint fresh strawberries, rinsed and sliced
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- To make the dressing, place the balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, shallot, garlic, salt, and pepper in the bowl of a mini food processor. Pulse until blended. Slowly pour in the olive oil, and pulse again until thoroughly blended. Set aside or refrigerate until needed.
- Divide lettuce between 6 serving plates, and top with red onion, almonds, strawberries, and feta cheese. Serve dressing on the side.