About this Recipe With its delicate, crisp bite, this salad can be a simple addition to your meal.

Servings: 4 Preparation: 10 minutes Cook time: N/A

Green Salad With Apple Cider Vinaigrette

3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard 1 teaspoon dark brown sugar ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil Salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 green apple, cored, quartered and thinly sliced 2 tablespoons chopped chives 1 head green leaf lettuce, trimmed, leaves pulled apart, washed and torn into large pieces 1 head romaine, trimmed, leaves pulled apart, washed and torn into large pieces 2 cups baby arugula ¼ cup chopped, toasted pecans or walnuts (optional)

Directions: 1. In a small bowl, combine the cider vinegar, mustard, dark brown sugar and 1 teaspoon room-temperature water. Whisk continuously and drizzle in the olive oil to make a smooth emulsion. Season with salt and black pepper. Taste and adjust the seasoning, if necessary. 2. Transfer the apple slices and chives to a large bowl. Add 3 tablespoons of the vinaigrette and toss together to coat. Add the green leaf lettuce, romaine and baby arugula, and gently toss to combine. 3. Pile handfuls of the mixed greens and apples on a serving platter or among plates. Drizzle each handful on the plate with a spoonful of dressing. Continue with more handfuls and drizzles of dressing until the greens are all used up. Top with the chopped, toasted nuts, if using. Serve immediately.