Walnut, Date, and Herb Salad With Chive Oil

Makes four servings
Prep time: 10 minutes

Ingredients

• 4 cups tightly packed arugula or mixed greens
• ½ cup loosely packed chopped flat-leaf parsley
• ¼ cup loosely packed chopped mint leaves
• ½ cup walnut pieces, toasted
• ¼ cup chopped dates
• 4 oz. chèvre or other soft goat cheese, crumbled
• 1 tbs. freshly squeezed lemon juice
• ¼ cup chive oil

Directions

1. Place the arugula, parsley, and mint in a bowl and toss to combine.
2. Add the walnuts, dates, and chèvre, toss with the lemon juice and chive oil, and serve.

Chive Oil

Makes ½ cup
Prep time: five minutes

Ingredients

• ½ cup chopped fresh chives
• ½ cup extra-virgin olive oil

Directions

1. Combine all the ingredients in a blender and process until smooth.

Tip: A member of the allium family (along with onions and garlic), chives contain allicin, a compound with antibacterial, antifungal, and antiviral properties.

Tip: If you’re an herb lover, don’t hold back! Basil, chervil, dill, and tarragon are all tasty additions to this salad.