Even though we have weeks and weeks to go before our gardens are providing veggies, we still want to add some freshness to our tables, don't you? We love whipping up simple sides, meatless mains and fresh salads with all sorts of delicious produce...
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Full of fresh veggies, tasty fruits and drizzled with a delicious raspberry viniagrette, this scrumptious salad from our Everyday Simple Suppers cookbook is a family favorite.
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Bountiful Garden Salad
Our good friend Joanne Fajack from Youngstown, Ohio, shared this recipe with us. Joanne says, "Grandma always served this salad when we came to visit. We loved to watch her putting together this big beautiful bowl of pretty colors and delicious fruits."
6 c. spinach, torn
1 lb. romaine lettuce, torn
1 stalk celery, chopped
1 red onion, chopped
1 tomato, chopped
1/2 cucumber, chopped
1 bunch fresh cilantro, chopped
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
1/2 orange, peeled and sectioned
3/4 c. black berries, raspberries and/or blueberries
1/2 c. strawberries, hulled and sliced
1/4 c. chopped walnuts or pecans, toasted
3/4 c. to 1 c. raspberries, crushed
1/4 c. raspberry vinegar
1 T. sugar
2 T. lemon juice
1 c. olive oil
salt and pepper to taste
Garnish: croutons
In a large bowl, combine spinach, romaine, vegetables, cilantro, garlic, orange, blackberries, strawberries and walnuts. Toss to mix well and set aside. In a small bowl, combine raspberries, vinegar, sugar and lemon juice. Slowly drizzle in oil, whisking constantly to blend; season with salt and pepper. Drizzle salad with dressing; garnish with croutons. Serves 6 to 8.
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