Salad Basics

Mix n Match ingredients for tasty creative salads

 

Ingredient ideas

  • Romaine lettuce, spinach, arugula or Salad greens mix

  • Carrot shredded or sliced

  • Add fresh vegetables such as tomatoes, shredded beets, green peas, edamame, sprouts, red or yellow bell pepper, celery, avocado, cucumber

  • Green or black olives, quartered artichoke or palm hearts

  • Cheddar, feta, goat or other cheese

  • Thinly sliced apple, strawberries, orange or tangerine, dried cranberries

  • Toppings: Biena or Saffron Road roasted chickpeas OR sunflower or pumpkin seeds

  • Fresh herbs such as scallions, basil or mint

 

Directions

Chop and mix salad ingredients to your liking. Note: Roasted Chickpeas are an

amazing substitute for croutons. Since the dressing makes the salad, find a dressing you love.

Here are healthy homemade options:

 

Dressing Options

Lemon Salad Dressing:

  • ¼ C Olive oil

  • 2 TBSP lemon juice

  • 2 tsp apple cider vinegar

  • 1 TBSP mustard powder or turmeric

  • 1 small clove garlic

  • ½ tsp oregano

  • ¼ tsp salt

  • 1/8 tsp pepper

 

Mix all ingredients and serve, makes 2 servings. Can store up to 3 days in the refrigerator.

 

Creamy Balsamic:

  • 4 tsp Balsamic vinegar

  • 2 TBSP Mayonnaise

  • Salt & pepper to taste

  • Dash Garlic powder and/or agave as desired..

Directions

Mix ingredients and use as creamy balsamic dressing. 1-2 servings.

Can store up to a week in the refrigerator.