Strawberry Mango Salad

Before I got married I liked to experimebnt in the kitchen to prepare for my future home. One shavous I made this salad and was it a hit. The sweet flavors of mango and strawberry mingling with the tangy balsamic vinegar dressing really hits the spot. The salad goes great with both meat and dairy. This salad has many variations but I find this one to be the most satisfying.

• 1 carton strawberries, hulled and sliced
• 1 or 2 medium mangos peeled and cut up
• I bag baby lettuce or spring mix
• 1/2 red onion chopped
• a handful of Pine nuts.

Balsamic Vinegar Dressing

• 1/2 Cup balsamic Vinegar
• 1 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 1 garlic clove minced
• 1 tbsp honey
• Salt and pepper to taste

Combine salad ingredients and set aside. In a medium skillet heat the olive oil, then add the garlic saute for about a minute to infuse the flavor. Put vinegar in a bowl, slowly whisk in warm garlic olive oil. whisk thoroughly to combine. Add honey and make sure it's combined. if needed add salt and pepper. Taste the dresing to make sure it's not too sweet or tangy. Adjust accordingly. If not serving immediately pour dressing only when ready to serve.