Shake It Up For Healthy Salads
Ultimate Salad #1:
Serves: 1
2 tbsp. Ranch dressing
1/2 cup Granny Smith apple wedges
1/4 cup red grapes
1 slices turkey breast, cut into strips
2 cups torn mixed salad greens
1/4 cup sharp cheddar cheese, crumbled
1 1/2 tsp. real bacon bits
1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes
Pour dressing into bottom of resealable container. Add apples; toss to coat. Layer with remaining ingredients, seal the container. Toss salad to coat with dressing just before serving. Top with sun-dried tomatoes.
*Tip: Add 1/2 cup tomato wedges and 1 red onion ring, instead of the apples and grapes. Substitute the shaved roast beef for the turkey.
Ultimate Salad #2:
Serves 6:
1/4 Pesto with Basil and pesto
1/4 cup extra virgin polive oil
2 tbs. balsamic vinegar
3 vine-ripe or heirloom tomatoes
8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese
1 tbs. chopped frsh basil (optional)
Salt and ground black pepper to taste
Combine pesto, oil and vinegar in a small bowl; set aside. Slice tomatoes and cheese into 1/4-inch think slices. Layer tomatoes and cheese on a serving platter. Drizzle pesto dressing over the top. Garnish with fresh basil and season with salt and pepper.
Ultimate Salad #3:
Serves 12:
1 package (20 ounces) family size mixed cheese tortellini
2 cups thinly sliced yeloow bell peppers
1 cup (4 ounces) halved small fresh mozzarella cheese balls (bocconicini)
1 cup bottled Italian vinagrette dressing
1/2 cup (3 ounces) thinly sliced prosciutto
1/2 cup drained, diced sun-dried tomatoes
1/2 cup thinly sliced basil
Fresh cracked black pepper to taste
Prepare cheese tortellini according to package directions. Combine prepared pasta, bell peppers, cheese, vinaigrette, prosciutto, tomatoes and basil in a medium bowl. Sprinkle with pepper. Refrigerate for 1 hour before serving.
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Earthly Eating Recipe:
Whole Wheat Ravioli With Garlic And Sautéed Vegetables
Serves 4
1 package whole wheat flour cheese ravioli
2 tbs. olive oil
1 tbs. chopped fresh garlic
1/2 pound fresh green beans
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. ground black pepper
1 yellow summer squash, quartered and sliced
1/2 cup cherry or grape tomatoes
1/2 cup shredded parmesan or Romano cheese
Prepare the whole wheat floour cheese ravioli according to package directions. Heat oil and garlic in a large skillet over medium heat. Add green beans, salt and pepper; cook, stirring frequently, for 5 minutes. Add squash and tomatoes; cook, stirring frequently, for 5 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Toss in prepared pasta; cook, stirring frequently, for 3 minutes, until pasta is warm. Sprinkle with cheese before serving.
*Tip: Served with a fresh green salad, this dish offers a wholesome meal for the entire family.
Happy Eating!
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