RECIPE: Spinach Cucumber Salad

This salad boasts intense flavor and takes just 10 minutes to prepare.
Recipe Courtesy: http://www.goldenbrownfood.com – used with permission
INGREDIENTS: (serves 4 as a side)2 large vine-ripe tomatoes, cubed2 large cucumbers, peeled and sliced1 large shallot, diced3 ounces organic spinach3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil1-1/4 tablespoons white wine vinegar1/4 teaspoon kosher salt1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper2 tablespoons dried cranberries (Craisins okay)
DIRECTIONS:
Mix olive oil, vinegar, salt and pepper until creamy.
In large bowl, mix tomatoes, cucumber and shallots. Top with dressing and mix. Let sit for 10 minutes. NOTE: You may prep vegetables early, but do not add dressing until nearly ready to serve.
Layer spinach leaves in bottom of bowl.
Top spinach with dressing-soaked vegetables.
Sprinkle 1/2 tablespoon dried cranberries atop each dish, and serve immediately.
Ideas & More: While you could offer this up as a mixed salad, stirring the spinach in with the dressing, layering the veggies atop the spinach provides a more organic taste. It also gives the guest more control, since salads totally mixed many times use too much dressing.