* If you are concerned about salmonella...you may use pasturized eggs or omit the egg all together. This is delicious served over spring mix green or romaine lettuce
3 tablespoons Champagne vinegar 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1/2 teaspoon minced fresh garlic 1 extra-large egg yolk*, at room temperature 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1/2 cup good olive oil Salad greens or mesclun mix for 6 to 8 people
In a small bowl, whisk together the vinegar, mustard, garlic, egg yolk, salt, and pepper. While whisking, slowly add the olive oil until the vinaigrette is emulsified. Toss the greens with enough dressing to moisten and serve immediately.
