Mix and Match Salad

Name: Mix and Match Salad
Yield: 1 or 2 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup fruits and vegetables; any mixture (see Notes) 1 to 2 Tablespoons flavor enhancers (see Notes) 1 to 4 Tablespoons nutrient boosters (see Notes)

Recipe Image for Mix and Match Salad - Strawberry Cucumber Salad

Makes: 1 or 2 servings

Ingredients

1 cup fruits and vegetables, any mixture (see Notes)
1 to 2 Tablespoons flavor enhancers (see Notes)
1 to 4 Tablespoons nutrient boosters (see Notes)

Directions

Wash hands with soap and water.
Rinse or scrub fresh fruits and vegetables under running water before preparing.
Cut or grate fruits and vegetables into bite-sized pieces.
Add flavor enhancers and stir to mix.
Top with nutrient boosters, as desired.
Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours.

Notes

Fruits and Vegetables: apple, bell pepper, berries, banana, broccoli, cucumber, cabbage, cauliflower, celery, grapes, grapefruit, mango, melon, orange, peach, pear, pineapple, salad greens

Flavor Enhancers:

Savory dressing: add ¼ teaspoon honey or sugar
Yogurt dressing: 2 teaspoons yogurt, 1 teaspoon vinegar or citrus juice, ¼ teaspoon honey (optional) and salt to taste
Dried or fresh herbs and spices: basil, cilantro, dill, oregano, cinnamon, garlic or chili powder

Nutrient Boosters:

Protein: nuts, seeds, fish, poultry, meat, cheese, yogurt, tofu
Calcium: cheese, yogurt, canned salmon, tofu
Fiber: beans, nuts, seeds, dried fruit

Try these combinations!

Pineapple and mango with sweet dressing and chili powder
Tomatoes and cucumber with savory dressing, basil and feta cheese
Apples and grapes with yogurt dressing, cinnamon and almonds
Celery and orange with savory dressing, cheddar cheese and walnuts

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Comments

Submitted by walscaro on Thu, 10/14/2021 - 10:55

Wow! Thanks for this simple way to make a salad. I appreciate the dressing ideas. Since this doesn't make specific suggestions I found that I've been more experimental and we have less waste.