Create-Your-Own Salad

As the weather heats up, there’s nothing quite like a fresh, crisp salad to keep things light and refreshing. With endless possibilities for greens, veggies, proteins, and dressings, the perfect salad is yours to create!

Ingredients:

Serves 4-6

• Greens 10-ounce bag
  • Leaf lettuce
  • Spinach
  • Romaine lettuce
  • Kale
  • Mixed salad greens
• Vegetables fresh, frozen, or cannedMix and match any vegetable, up to 2 cups
  • Tomato
  • Carrots, sliced or shredded
  • Cucumber
  • Bell pepper
  • Corn kernels
• Optional Protein, 2 cups
  • Beans
  • Hard boiled eggs
  • Cooked chicken, turkey, beef
  • Edamame
  • Ham
• Optional Toppings
  • Nuts, seeds, or fruit
  • Cheese, shredded
  • Croutons
  • Cooked pasta
• Homemade Dressings, choose one
  • Simple Dressing
    • 3 tablespoons olive oil
    • 2 tablespoons wine vinegar
    • 1 teaspoon salt
    • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • Balsamic Vinaigrette
    • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
    • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
    • 3 tablespoons oil
    • 1 tablespoon honey
    • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Wash hands with soap and warm water.
2. If using canned veggies, rinse thoroughly in a colander. If using frozen veggies, be sure to thaw before adding in step 4.
3. Rinse vegetables before chopping, shredding, or adding into salad bowl.
4. Combine desired homemade dressing ingredients in a small bowl.
5. Combine desired ingredients in a large bowl and add your dressing.
6. Use tongs to toss everything together and serve.
7. Refrigerate any leftover dressing. If the oil thickens, let sit at room temperature for 5-10 minutes before using again.