Vegetarian

Parsley Salad

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<p>About the authors: Cheryl Tallman and Joan Ahlers are the mothers of five children and founders of <a href="http://www.freshbaby.com/" target="_blank">Fresh Baby</a>. They also publish "Fresh Ideas", a free, monthly newsletter that provides healthy eating ideas for the whole family.</p>

This is a refreshing and interesting summer salad for parsley lovers.

Dressing:
1 Tbsp white wine vinegar
1 tsp dijon mustard
1/2 tsp salt
1/8 tsp ground black pepper
1/4 cup olive oil
Salad:
4 cups washed curly parsley leaves, coarsely chopped
2 scallions, thinly sliced
1 cucumber, peeled, seeded, and diced
1 1/2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
6-8 thinly sliced mushrooms
1/4 cup toasted pine nuts


<p>In a large glass or stainless steel salad bowl, whisk together all of the dressing ingredients. Add all of the salad ingredients to the bowl and toss to coat with dressing.</p>