Green Goddess Dressing
This flavorful dressing is delicious on a salad or in a sandwich, or you can put some in a bowl and dip raw vegetables into it. It’s traditionally made with mayonnaise, but avocado adds all the creamy richness — plus loads…
Topic Vegetarian
Green Salad with Your Own Dressing
Here is a recipe for a basic green salad with homemade dressing. But you can add almost anything to fancy it up! We like pieces of grapefruit, a sprinkle of toasted pecans, and a handful of baby spinach. What do…
Green Sandwich
Looking to change up your school lunch? Try making this green sandwich! You can vary the ingredients, of course, according to what you like and have on hand. And you can make it even greener by using a spinach wrap…
Do-it-Yourself Croutons
Make the most of what you’ve got by transforming stale bread into a crunchy, delicious salad topper. kitchen gear Cutting board Sharp knife (adult needed) Large bowl Measuring spoons Tongs Rimmed baking sheet Oven mitts Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive…
Cheesy Roasted Asparagus
Making this for someone else? Give them ketchup and call it “asparagus fries,” if you think that will encourage them to try it! kitchen gear Cutting board Sharp knife (adult needed) Rimmed baking sheet Measuring spoons Tongs Box grater Oven…
Your Own Salad Dressing
Give everyone on your list a bottle of customizable salad dressing, with ideas for tasty additions. kitchen gear Glass container with a lid Measuring spoons Measuring cups Ingredients 2⁄3 cup vegetable or olive oil 1⁄3 cup vinegar (any kid)…
Garlicky Mustard Vinaigrette
This is a good basic, tangy salad dressing that you can adjust to your own taste. Red wine vinegar will make it mellow, for example, while balsamic will make it a bit sweet. Add different herbs, if you like. It…
Classic(ish) Three-bean salad
This is our version of the classic picnic salad. We like it because we usually have canned beans in the pantry, which get us two-thirds of the way there! And our little secret? If we don’t have any fresh beans,…
Chickpea ‘Croutons’
Try substituting crispy chickpeas for croutons in your next salad! They’re tasty and crunchy, and they add a lot of flavor. kitchen gear Cutting board Sharp knife (adult needed) Can opener Paper towels Colander or strainer Medium-sized skillet Measuring spoons…
Kitchen Sink Salad
Here’s a favorite example of the mix-and-match principle: a main-dish salad that won’t leave you hungry since it’s packed with filling, delicious ingredients. If you like, you can swap in a favorite salad green for the romaine. kitchen gear Cutting…