Big Salad & Ranch Dressing

bacon

🥗Healthier: turkey bacon

💰Cheaper: smoked paprika

Turkey bacon is lower in fat.

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast is dairy-free and adds flavor.

grilled chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Tofu is plant-based and beans are economical.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is rich in healthy fats.

In a bowl, combine 1 cup sour cream and 1 cup mayonnaise.

Add 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon pepper, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon dried dill weed, 1 teaspoon dried chives, and 1 teaspoon dried parsley to the bowl.

Pour in 1/2 cup low-fat buttermilk and mix well.

Let the dressing sit for at least 3-4 hours or overnight for best flavor.

In a separate bowl, combine baby spring mix and garden salad mix.

Add chopped tomatoes to the salad mix.

Incorporate sesame sticks, dried cranberries, and sugar snap peas into the salad.

Add pepperoni or other proteins of choice to the salad.

Drizzle the homemade ranch dressing over the salad as desired.

Top the salad with additional tomatoes, sesame sticks, and more dressing if desired.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

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