SUMMER GREENS AND TOMATO SALAD DRESSING

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Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Entertaining     Seasonal     Summer Entertaining     Summer Recipes

Yield Makes about 3/4 cup

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup fresh lemon basil leaves, (or part lemon and part regular basil) packed
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 small clove garlic, (optional)
Lemon juice, to taste
Salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Combine basil, cheese and garlic in a food processor or blender. Process briefly, then start adding the olive oil in a steady stream, until well blended. Slowly add lemon juice, salt and pepper to taste, while blending.
  • To use in salad: toss mixed lettuces with some of the dressing and arrange on a platter or individual plates. Place ripe tomato slices on top, then spoon dressing heavily over the tomato.

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