Perfect Salad Dressing for Fresh Summer Greens

Fresh lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers and more are so plentiful now, so I thought I would share a vinaigrette recipe that was served at the Taste of Garrett County and made with culinary lavender from Deep Creek Lavender Farm.  The recipe is from Rita on Food.com.  I adjusted the amount of honey as I like a tangier dressing but it is delicious and very light on fresh lettuce from the garden or as a marinade for chicken or fish. 

Lavender and Honey Salad Dressing

• 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon minced sweet onion
• 1 garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon coarse grain mustard
• 1/4 cup honey (or to taste)
• 1 teaspoon dried lavender (1 tablespoon fresh)
• 1/2 teaspoon poppy seed (optional)
• salt & pepper

Directions:

1. Blend all ingredients together.
2. Stand for 30 mins to allow flavors to infuse.
3. Stir and adjust salt and pepper again and serve

I added some feta cheese to the salad and the saltiness of the cheese with the sweet and tangy flavor of this dressing was amazing!