You probably remember your mother telling you to be sure to eat your greens, whether it was a salad, creamed spinach, or sauteed kale. Guess what? She was absolutely right. Welcome to National Salad Month!
A salad is a perfect way to get in a few extra servings of veggies or fruits, depending upon your recipe. It’s hard not to be drawn to a salad with its array of delightful colors.
There’s another benefit of enjoying a pre-dinner salad. If prepared properly, a salad will fill you so that you will indulge less on a high caloric meal.
To get your started, here is a recipe for a , a base for many wonderful variations.
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