BIG ASS SALAD 3 Ways (Salad Recipes That Eat Like Entrees) | Weeknighting

mixed greens

🥗Healthier: spinach

💰Cheaper: cabbage

Spinach is more nutrient-dense, while cabbage is often cheaper.

avocado

💰Cheaper: mashed peas

Mashed peas can provide creaminess at a lower cost.

salad dressing

🥗Healthier: vinaigrette

💰Cheaper: homemade dressing

Vinaigrette is lighter and homemade dressing can be made with pantry staples.

Boil 4 large eggs for 10-12 minutes, then cool in cold water and peel.

Shave fennel using a mandolin.

Add roasted red bell pepper to the salad.

Top with kalamata olives and pepperoncinis.

Add one hard-boiled egg cut in half.

Sprinkle 3 ounces of sheep's milk feta cheese on top.

Add canned mackerel or substitute with canned tuna or shredded rotisserie chicken.

Fry panko bread crumbs in a medium saute pan with a third of a cup of oil until golden brown, then drain on paper towel.

Mix 50 grams of whole grain mustard, 75 grams of aged balsamic vinegar, and 75 grams of extra virgin olive oil to create a vinaigrette.

Drizzle vinaigrette over the salad before serving.

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