Here in the South, we are creeping ever so slowly towards spring…one step forward, two steps back ~ it was about 65 degrees yesterday with a bit of sun, and we’re expecting snow again by Saturday night. In any event, all around me I hear people talking about exercising for spring. Are they really doing it? How would I know? I’m not there! But I do want to do my part in getting fit for spring break ~here’s a lively and delicious spring salad that will perk up the taste buds and not lead to more hours on the treadmill.
Vim & Vit Salad
1 small crisp lettuce, torn (Boston Bib is great)
8 oz young spinach leaves
2 carrots, coarsely grated
4 oz cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
2 celery stalks, thinly sliced
1/2 c raisins
1/2 c blanched almonds or unsalted cashews, halved
2 T sunflower seeds
2 T sesame seeds, lightly toasted
1 apple or pear, thinly sliced
Toss together.
Dressing:
3 T extra virgin olive oil
2 T cider vinegar
2 t honey
Juice of one small orange
Mix in a container with a tight lid and shake well. Pour over salad; add salt & pepper to taste; chill slightly and serve. Makes four servings.
What a refreshing, flavorful salad ~ I would serve this with a curried chicken salad, mini toast slices, and mango tea. Now all I need is a sunny porch, a bunch of daffodils, and some good friends with which to share the moment.
It’s almost Monday!
~Janet @ The Christmas Place
C = Cup
T = Tablespoon
t = Teaspoon
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