Oh, golly. There is something next level about a real homemade dressing - so easy it comes together in a flash, yet so much better than anything you could buy in the store.

Easy and adaptable, this is almost more of a concept than a recipe.

Once basil hits the garden - this dressing is basically ever-present in my kitchen. Toss it with roast veggies, smear it on sandwiches, use it in your salads… the options are endless.

This salad is perfect for adding brightness to a plate. Use it to contrast a heavier dish, like roasted meats, or serve it as a main with a good loaf of crusty bread. The key to this salad is slicing the denser brassicas of Brussel sprouts, kale, and cabbage thinly - it keeps the salad lighter.