1. Sweet and Salty Viral Date and Pistachio Salad

Ingredients:

1 head of lettuce or any bagged greens you like – I use a mix of arugula, romaine, and red leaf
2-3 dates, pits removed, finely chopped
4 large green olives, sliced into half moons
1 organic persian cucumber, diced
1 handful of shelled pistachios, roughly chopped and toasted in a dry pan until fragrant
Salt and pepper to taste

Dressing:

4 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar ( apple cider will work but I prefer balsamic here)
1 teaspoon maple syrup
1 teaspoon dry Italian herbs ( apple cider will work as well but I prefer balsamic here)
1 teaspoon mustard (honey or Dijon)

Instructions:

1. Wash and chop salad greens (if not using tripled washed bagged greens).
2. Remove pits from dates and chop into small bite sized pieces. Spread evenly over salad.
3. Cut olives in half and then slice into half moon shapes. Spread evenly over salad.
4. Cut cucumber in half and then in half again lengthwise and dice into bite-sized pieces. Spread over salad.
5. Make dressing by combining all the above Dressing ingredients in a jar, and then either cover it with a lid and shake vigorously or use a handheld battery powered whisk (I prefer this as it makes a more creamy dressing). Here is a link to a good whisk
6. Pour desired amount of dressing over salad and toss. Add chopped pistachios right before serving.
7. Taste and add salt and pepper if desired and enjoy!