DealDash Cooks: 2 Great Salads
Now that it’s getting warmer outside my family is eating a lot more salad than before. Here are 2 of my favorite salads.
BLT Salad with Lime Vinaigrette
Ingredients for the salad:
- 4 slices bacon, diced
- 4 cups chopped romaine lettuce
- 1 avocado, halved, seeded, peeled and diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- Optionally, you can also add 1/2 cup of pomegranate seeds
- Optionally, you can also add some corn
- Optionally, you can also add some shredded or crumbled cheese (cheddar, goat)
Ingredients for the lime vinaigrette:
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- Zest of 1 lime
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
- 2 teaspoons sugar or Splenda
Instructions:
- To make the vinaigrette, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, lime zest and juice, and sugar in a small bowl; set aside.
- Heat a large skillet over medium high heat. Add bacon and cook until brown and crispy, about 6-8 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.
- In a large bowl, combine romaine lettuce, avocado, tomatoes, bacon, and optional ingredients. Stir in lime vinaigrette.
- Serve this while the bacon is still warm for optimal goodness
Lettuce Bowl Chicken Salad
Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
- 1/4 cup light mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup plain fat-free Greek yogurt
- 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups shredded skinless, boneless chicken
- 4 green onions, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup grapes, halved
- 1/3 cup Crasins or other dried fruit
- 6 Bibb lettuce leaves
Instructions:
- Combine mayonnaise, yogurt, vinegar, salt, and pepper in a bowl; stir thoroughly. Set aside.
- Place chicken, walnuts, grapes, and green onions in a large bowl; toss together. Add dressing, stir well.
- Place 1 lettuce leaf in each of 6 bowls. Divide chicken salad evenly among the bowls; top with Crasins
There you have it! Two delicious, light, summery salads that you can enjoy out on your deck this summer for a nice lunch or dinner. If you are in need of some kitchen supplies, you need to head on over to DealDash. DealDash has everything that you need to outfit your kitchen with stylish items for a great value. Check out the Kitchen and Dining section at this link right here and see how much you can save. Good luck and happy bidding everyone!
