Classic Mixed Green Salad With Balsamic Vinaigrette

• Balsamic Vinaigrette
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon light brown sugar
• 1 garlic clove, crushed through a press
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
• 3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
• Salad
• 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
• 1 large head romaine lettuce, rinsed, dried and torn into bite-sized pieces
• 1 large ripe beefsteak tomato, cut int eighths
• 1 seedless cucumber, unpeeled, thinly sliced
• salt and pepper

1. to Make Vinaigrette:
2. In medium bowl whisk all the ingredients except the oil until mixed. Gradually whisk in the oil until smooth.
3. In a small bowl, cover the onion with iced water and let stand for 10 minutes. Drain well. (Soaking the onion removes the sharp bit).
4. In a large bowl, place the lettuce, drained onions, tomato and cucumber and add the dressing a little at a time, tossing gently and thoroughly until all the vegetables are evenly coated. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste.
5. Serve immediately on chilled salad plates.

vinaigrette, balsamic vinegar, red wine vinegar, mustard, light brown sugar, garlic, salt, fresh ground black pepper, extra virgin olive oil, salad, red onion, head romaine lettuce, tomato, cucumber, salt

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/classic-mixed-green-salad-with-balsamic-vinaigrette-236625 (may not work)