Strawberry, Cheddar, And Chive Spring Salad

Name: Strawberry, Cheddar, And Chive Spring Salad
Ingredients: one 16-ounce box strawberries, stemmed and thinly sliced; 1 bunch chives, thinly cut; 2 heads baby green lettuce; 6-8 whole basil leaves; 1 meyer lemon; salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste; 2 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil; 2-3 ounce kerrygold vintage or other sharp cheddar, shaved into thin pieces with a mandoline

Yasmin Fahr|April 13, 2012 8:51 am EST

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Sweet strawberries pair wonderfully with the sharpness of the Cheddar and get a lovely kick from the chives to make a light and refreshing spring salad. For 7 Cheesy Ways to Enjoy Irish Cheddar.

Servings

4

Ingredients

one 16-ounce box strawberries, stemmed and thinly sliced
1 bunch chives, thinly cut
2 heads baby green lettuce
6-8 whole basil leaves
1 meyer lemon
salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
2 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
2-3 ounce kerrygold vintage or other sharp cheddar, shaved into thin pieces with a mandoline

Directions

Combine the strawberries, chives, lettuce, and basil in a large serving bowl. Separately, juice the lemon into a bowl and season with salt and pepper. Slowly drizzle in the oil, whisking to combine. Season again as needed.
Pour the dressing over the greens and toss gently to combine. Add shavings of the cheese to the salad and serve.