Simple Salad with Ranch-Salsa Dressing |
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Prep Time: 0 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 0 Minutes Servings: 7 |
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This basic salad with homemade dressing is a great way to introduce children to fresh salad greens. Store extra dressing in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. Ingredients:
1 cup low-fat buttermilk |
1/2 cup bottled chunky mild salsa |
3 tablespoons light mayonnaise |
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley |
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice |
1/2 teaspoon sugar |
1/4 teaspoon dry mustard |
1/4 teaspoon salt |
3 cups torn iceberg lettuce |
3 cups torn romaine lettuce |
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved |
1/2 cup sliced carrot |
3 tablespoons sliced green onions |
Directions:
1. Place first 8 ingredients in a blender; process until smooth.
2. Combine lettuces and next 3 ingredients in a large bowl. Add 3/4 cup dressing; toss well. Serve immediately.
3. Young Chefs can:
4. Tear lettuces
5. Combine measured lettuces, tomatoes, and carrots
6. Older Chefs can:
7. Measure first 8 ingredients, and add to blender
8. Halve cherry tomatoes with dinner knife
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