Mixed Greens and Herb Salad with Mozzarella Cubes | Lisa’s Kitchen | Vegetarian Recipes | Cooking Hints

Simple, refreshing and flavorful salad with fresh herbs, walnuts, mozzarella cheese, and a citrus and ginger dressing—a wonderful summer side salad or light lunch

Preparation: 15 minutes
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Dressing:

• 4 tablespoons olive oil
• juice from 1 lemon (3 tablespoons)
• 1 fresh red or green chili, seeded and minced
• 1-inch fresh ginger, peeled and minced
• 2/3 teaspoon ground cumin
• 2/3 teaspoon sea salt
• fresh ground black pepper

Salad:

• small bunch fresh cilantro, trimmed and chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, trimmed and chopped
• 1/4 cups fresh dill, trimmed and chopped
• 6 cups mixed greens
• 1/3 cup raw or toasted walnuts, chopped
• 3 1/2 oz (100 g) mozzarella cheese, cut into small cubes

Instructions:

• To make the dressing, whisk together all of the ingredients in a small bowl or combine in a blender. Set aside.

• For the salad, mix together the herbs and mixed greens in a large bowl. Add the walnuts and cheese cubes. Just before serving, toss with the dressing.

Makes 4 servings