Goji (wolfberries) leaves is expensive, seasonal vegetable; a delicacy in China. Fresh goji leaves and tender stems has a texture similar to spinach, just slightly chewable and delicious. Goji leaves contain more nutrients than ordinary vegetables. In China, there is a tradition to eat goji leaves to improve one’s eyesight. In Japan, people like to boil their soup togher with goji leaves to make the soup more tonic. The maple syrup dressing reduces the slight bitter taste in goji leaves and enhance the taste of this healthy salad. Enjoy this salad with any grilled or roasted main dishes.

Serves 6

Ingredients
Maple Dressing
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup pure maple syrup
3 ts champagne vinegar
2 tsp honey
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil

Salad
10 oz. goji leaves
1 pear
1/2 cup chopped walnuts, toasted

For Dressing:
Whisk mayonnaise, maple syrup, vinegar and honey in a medium bowl to blend. Gradually whisk in the olive oil until mixture thicken slightly. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

For Salad:
Toss goji leaves, sliced pear and 1/4 cup walnuts in a salad bowl with enough dressing to coat. Sprinkle the remaining walnuts in each serving before serve.