Now I would consider this more of an outline than recipe but that's what I think makes it so super ;)) I love a good salad and I rarely use a official recipe (but I do have a really good one for my next post) but I use this basic outline frequently and it gets rave reviews every time (especially with the Cashew Nut Salad Dressing)!!! And I have a super secret ingredient that people rarely use but love when they get a hint in their salad! Yes, I'm going to see how many time I can use super as an adjective!!
Super Salad Outline:
2-3 types of chopped veggies (tomatoes, carrots, celery, peppers, etc.)
1/4 to 1/3 cup toasted nuts (love pecans walnuts, and pine nuts [BTW, does any one know what pine nuts a coming from China now?!?])
1/4 cup dried fruit (cherries, cran raisins, raisins, etc)
1/2 cup cheese (shredded variety or small mozzarella balls)
2-3 cups chopped greens and/or lettuce
Super Secret Ingredient!!:
1-2 Tablespoons chopped fresh stevia
NOW an insider trick for fresh, not soggy super salads every time (thanks Chef Juliet)....how you place your ingredient in the bowl makes a big difference!!
1) dressing
2) Veggies
3) Nuts, Dried Fruit & Cheese
4) Lettuce & Herbs......this way your dressing doesn't make everything soggy! An easy way to make ahead of time and have a fresh delicious salad. =)) I use a bowl with a lid to invert and toss a few minutes before serving.
Yummy, fresh stevia from the garden gives it a hint of sweet that is actually good for you!
I love, love my toaster oven!! Great for a quick nut toasting while chopping veggies.
Make it a Super Salad Day,
Bretta
www.bretta.vemma.com
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