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Amur Grape and Feta Salad Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups Amur grapes, halved
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
- 2 cups mixed greens
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- Salt and pepper to taste

Special equipment needed: None

Step-by-step instructions:

1. In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens, Amur grapes, crumbled feta cheese, and chopped walnuts.

2. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper.

3. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.

4. Serve immediately.

10 minutes
Temperature: Room temperature
Serving size: 4

Nutritional information:
- Calories: 240
- Fat: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Protein: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 9g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Mixed greens can be substituted with arugula or spinach.
- Feta cheese can be substituted with goat cheese or blue cheese.
- Walnuts can be substituted with pecans or almonds.

Variations:
- Add sliced red onions or diced cucumbers for extra crunch.
- Add grilled chicken or shrimp for a more substantial meal.
- Use a different type of grape, such as red or green seedless grapes.

Tips and tricks:
- Toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for extra flavor.
- Make the dressing ahead of time and store it in the fridge for up to a week.
- Use a mandoline to thinly slice the grapes for a different texture.

Storage instructions:
- Store any leftover salad in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.

Reheating instructions:
- This salad is best served cold and does not need to be reheated.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve the salad in a large bowl or on individual plates.
- Garnish with extra feta cheese and chopped walnuts.

Garnishes:
- Extra feta cheese and chopped walnuts.

Pairings:
- This salad pairs well with grilled chicken or fish.

Suggested side dishes:
- Serve with crusty bread or a side of roasted vegetables.

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the dressing is too tart, add more honey to balance the flavors.

Food safety advice:
- Wash the grapes and mixed greens thoroughly before using.

Food history:
- The Amur grape is a variety of grape that is native to China and is known for its sweet and juicy flavor.

Flavor profiles:
- This salad has a sweet and tangy flavor from the grapes and balsamic vinegar, with a salty and creamy flavor from the feta cheese.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve as a light lunch or as a side dish with dinner.

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Taste: Tangy, Sweet, Salty, Sour, Creamy