Lunch: Red Salad with Champagne Vinaigrette

We were surprised at how many different varieties of gorgeous red lettuces and red greens we were able to find to create this visually stunning salad. Tossed with a simple vinaigrette, it is a lovely counterpoint to the richness of the meat and potatoes.

This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:

Kale

Health and fertility benefits of Red Salad with Champagne Vinaigrette

Kale is an excellent source of calcium, which has an important role in egg maturation and follicle development in the ovaries.

Ingredients

2 tablespoons Champagne vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon mild olive oil (preferably French)
8 cups loosely packed mixed young red lettuces such as red leaf, lolla rossa, red oak, and red romaine, torn into bite-size pieces if large
4 cups loosely packed mixed young red greens such as red endive, baby kale and chard, radicchio di Treviso, and red mustard, torn into bite-size pieces if large

Instructions

Whisk together vinegar, salt, and pepper in a large bowl, then add oil in a slow stream, whisking until emulsified. Add lettuces and greens and toss to coat. Serve immediately.

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