PERFECT GARDEN SALAD
My husband learned to make salad from his mother, so the family has been making salads this way for 50 years. We have this virtually every day. It takes a little practice, because the dressing is made "to taste". If you change type of oil or vinegar, you'll need to experiment a little learn how much to use. Our favorites are olive oil, and balsamic or rice wine vinegars. But other oils and vinegars work too. Parmesan from the can works (and it's what we use for everyday) but fresh grated is even better. Change vegetables to suit your tastes or what's in season. Play with it, and have fun - this is more of a technique than a recipe. For a photo demo, go to http://www.recipezaar.com/bb/viewtopic.zsp?t=301407
Provided by dianegrapegrower
Categories Low Protein
Time 20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Tear lettuce into bite sized pieces and wash and dry thoroughly. Place in large salad bowl (wider than it is deep). Top with prepared vegetables.
- Sprinkle with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and cheese. Go lightly until you learn how much is "to taste" for you.
- Pour oil over salad, then vinegar. It is important that the oil be first. Quantity requires a bit of practice - go light on the vinegar at first. You can add more if needed. Aim to coat the top layer of vegetables. Toss until well mixed. Taste - add vinegar or oil if needed, and toss again. Do not add dry ingredients (see below). Serve immediately.
- Note: Your first couple salads may not be perfect. If you find that you didn't add enough salt or pepper, let diners add more as served - you can't get it well dispersed if you add to the salad bowl after the oil and vinegar have been added If you find that you added too much vinegar, a little salt can counteract - again, add as served.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 68.5, Fat 3.9, SaturatedFat 0.6, Sodium 20.6, Carbohydrate 8.3, Fiber 3.6, Sugar 3.1, Protein 2.2
SUMMER GARDEN COUSCOUS SALAD
This couscous salad makes the most of summer's bounty. I used to prepare it with a mayonnaise dressing, but lightened it with lemon vinaigrette. It's even better now! -Priscilla Yee, Concord, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch Side Dishes
Time 30m
Yield 9 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Place corn in a Dutch oven; cover with water. Bring to a boil; cover and cook for 6-9 minutes or until tender. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, bring broth to a boil. Stir in couscous. Remove from the heat; cover and let stand for 5-10 minutes or until water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and set aside to cool slightly., In a large bowl, combine the cucumber, tomatoes, cheese, onion and parsley. Drain corn and immediately place in ice water. Drain and pat dry; cut the kernels from the cobs. Add to cucumber mixture. Stir in couscous., In a small bowl, whisk the oil, lemon juice and seasonings. Pour over couscous mixture; toss to coat. Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until chilled.
Nutrition Facts :
SUMMER GARDEN SALAD
A simple salad that will make a wonderful addition to any meal or by itself for lunch. Recipe source: Bon Appetit (July 1985)
Provided by ellie_
Categories Vegetable
Time 15m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a jar blend vinegar, mustard and garlic. Whisk in oil and season with salt and pepper. Shake well.
- In a large salad bowl combine vegetables (beans - radishes).
- Add dressing and toss.
- Chill at least 1 hour before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 276.7, Fat 27.2, SaturatedFat 3.8, Sodium 18.8, Carbohydrate 8.6, Fiber 3.1, Sugar 2.8, Protein 2.1
SUMMER GARDEN SALAD
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Categories side-dish
Time 20m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- For the dressing: Combine the buttermilk, mayonnaise, sour cream, dill, garlic powder, vinegar and a pinch of salt and pepper in a bowl. Stir to combine. Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed. Transfer to a ramekin.
- For the salad: Place the ramekin in the center of a platter. Arrange the lettuce around the dressing. Layer the tomatoes, cucumbers and bell peppers on top of the lettuce and serve.
More about "summer garden salad recipes"
HERE’S EVERY SUMMER SALAD RECIPE YOU’LL EVER NEED
From tasteofhome.com
SUMMER SALAD RECIPES
From allrecipes.com
SUMMER GARDEN SALAD - DOWNSHIFTOLOGY
From downshiftology.com
SUMMER GARDEN SALAD | COOK FOR YOUR LIFE
From cookforyourlife.org
4.1/5 (13)Calories 565 per servingCategory Salads
SUMMER GARDEN SALAD - RECIPE COURTESY OF REE DRUMMOND
From foodnetwork.co.uk
GARDEN SALAD RECIPES | TASTE OF HOME
From tasteofhome.com
SUMMER GARDEN SALAD | MRFOOD.COM
From mrfood.com
SUMMER GARDEN SALAD RECIPE - GREAT BRITISH CHEFS
From greatbritishchefs.com
OUR SUMMER GARDEN SALAD RECIPE - HAPPILY EVA AFTER
From happilyevaafter.com
35 EASY SUMMER SALAD RECIPES - 31 DAILY
From 31daily.com
SUMMER GARDEN SALAD RECIPE - FOOD.COM
From food.com
SUMMER GARDEN SALAD - RECIPE - COOKS.COM
From cooks.com
SUMMER SALAD RECIPES | BBC GOOD FOOD
From bbcgoodfood.com
SUMMER GARDEN SALAD - WEELICIOUS
From weelicious.com
Are you curently on diet or you just want to control your food's nutritions, ingredients? We will help you find recipes by cooking method, nutrition, ingredients...
Check it out »
#15-minutes-or-less #time-to-make #course #main-ingredient #preparation #occasion #salads #vegetables #summer #dietary #seasonal
You'll also love