Super Spinach Salad
8 ounces packaged spinach leaves or try arugula, mixed wild greens or Romaine lettuce 1/4 cup (one ounce) shredded Swiss cheese 1/2 cup canned mandarin oranges 1/2 cup carrots (sliced or shredded) 1/2 cup broccoli flowerets 1/4 cup shredded red cabbage Fat-free Balsamic vinaigrette
Place spinach, shredded cheese, oranges and carrots in a plastic bowl with lid. Pack vinaigrette in separate small plastic container. When ready to eat, top salad with vinaigrette and serve with low-fat, whole wheat crackers or roll and a bunch of green or red grapes.
Makes 1 salad; 2 servings |