Ingredients
- 200g blanched whole almonds
- 50ml extra virgin olive oil, plus a little extra for the breadcrumbs
- 1 clove of garlic, peeled and crushed
- 1tbsp red wine vinegar
- 300ml water
- A splash of your favourite sherry (optional)
- Salt and white pepper
- 1 thick slice of sourdough bread, chopped up finely
- 6 Little Gem lettuce, trimmed, leaves separated, washed and patted dry
- 16 mixed seedless grapes, halved
1 Blend the almonds, olive oil, garlic, red wine vinegar, water, sherry and seasoning together until smooth, then put in the fridge to chill.
2 Put the sourdough crumbs into a frying pan with a little more olive oil, salt and pepper and cook over a medium heat till golden.
3 When ready to serve, put the lettuce on a platter, then spoon over the dressing followed by the breadcrumbs and grapes.
