Instructions: Delicate spring greens and vegetables such as asparagus and peas are delicious on their own, but when you have an abundance of them, a little dressing up is in order. Spring vegetables are all quite sweet at the beginning of the season, so you dont want to overpower them with too much sour vinegar or creamy sauces. Start with a simple vinaigrette - three parts extra virgin olive oil, one part balsamic vinegar and a little black pepper - to drizzle over baby lettuce or roasted asparagus. You can use your creativity to come up with endless variations on this theme.

Warm Orange Soybean Oil Vinaigrette

First, try different types of vinegar, such as champagne, red wine, rice wine or apple cider, depending on the taste you want. You can also make your own flavored vinegars to create your own secret vinaigrette recipe. Add orange, lemon or lime juice for a fresh tangy flavor, or mustard for a richer flavor that complements roasted vegetables nicely. Top your vegetables with a few toasted almonds or walnuts

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