Romaine and Avocado Salad

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Course Salad

Servings 4

Calories 121 kcal

Ingredients

Salad

1 large head romaine lettuce
1 large tomato, chopped
1 small red bell pepper, cut into 1" strips
1/2 small avocado, cut into chunks
2 tbsp unsweetened dried cranberries

Dressing

2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
2 tsp balsamic vinegar, no sulfites added
1 tbsp etra-virgin olive oil

For Garnish

2 tbsp coarsely chopped walnuts or almonds (optional)

Instructions

Remove outer leaves of lettuce head and discard. Chop inner leaves. Rinse in cold water and dry with paper towels.
Place lettuce in a large bowl and add remaining salad ingredients.
Whisk together dressing ingredients in a small bowl.
Toss salad with dressing.
Sprinkle with chopped walnuts or almonds, if desired.

French Lentil Salad

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Course Lunch, Salad

Servings 4

Ingredients

1 1/2 Cups Dried Lentils Rinsed and sorted
4 Green Onions Finely Chopped
3 Tbl Balsamic Vinegar
2 Tbl Chopped Fresh Parsley
2 Tbl Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1/2 Tsp Salt
1/2 Tsp Dried Thyme
1/4 Tsp Black Pepper
Lettuce Leaves Optional
1/4 Cup Walnuts Toasted*

Instructions

Combine 2 quarts water and lentils in large saucepan; bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer 30 minutes or until lentils are tender, stirring occasionally. Drain lentils.
Combine cooked lentils, green onions, vinegar, parsley, oil, salt, thyme and pepper in large bowl; mix well. Cover and refrigerate 1 hour or until cool.
Serve on lettuce leaves, if desired. Top with toasted walnuts before serving.

Notes

*To toast walnuts, spread in single layer in heavy skillet. Cook over medium heat 1 to 2 minutes, stirring frequently, until lightly browned. Remove from skillet immediately. Cool before using.

Greek Salad Bowl

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Course Lunch

Cuisine Plant Based

Servings 4

Ingredients

1 Cup Uncooked pearled farro
2 1/2 Cups Water
1 1/4 Tsp Dried oregano or Greek seasoning, divided
1/2 Tsp Salt, divided
1/4 Cup Extra virgin olive oil
2 Tbl Red Wine Vinegar
1 Clove Garlic, minced
1/8 Tsp Black pepper (optional)
2 Cucumbers, julienned, cubed or thinly sliced
1/2 Red onion, thinly sliced
2 Medium tomatoes, diced
1 Can (15 ounces) chickpeas, rinsed and drained
4 Oz Feta cheese, cubed or crumbled

Instructions

Rinse farro under cold water; place in medium saucepan. Add 2 1/2 cups water, 1 tsp oregano and 1/4 tsp salt. Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low; simmer, uncovered, 20 minutes or until farro is tender. Drain any additional water.
Whisk oil, vinegar, garlic, remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt, remaining 1/4 teaspoon oregano and pepper, if desired, in small bowl.
Divide farro among 4 bowls; arrange cucumber, onion, tomatoes, chickpeas and feta around farro. Drizzle with dressing.