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Farmer’s Market Garden Salad

         
Farmer’s Market Garden Salad


INGREDIENTS⁠

Ranch Dressing
• 1/3 cup Olive oil⁠
• 1 cup sour cream⁠
• 1/3 cup buttermilk⁠
• 1 tablespoon fresh squeezed lemon juice⁠
• 2 teaspoons dried chives or 2 tablespoons fresh and finely minced⁠
• 2 teaspoons dried parsley or 2 tablespoons fresh and finely minced⁠
• 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder⁠
• 3/4 teaspoon onion powder⁠
• 1/2 teaspoon dried dill weed or 2 tablespoons fresh and finely minced⁠
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper⁠
• 1/4 teaspoon salt more or less to taste⁠
Salad⁠
• 8 cups Romaine Lettuce (or other favorite lettuce) washed, dried and torn into bite sized pieces⁠
• 2 cups Raw vegetables, like carrots, bell peppers, mushrooms, red cabbage and sliced onion diced into small, bite-sized pieces⁠
• Optional topping: Croutons, nuts or sunflower seeds⁠


⁠METHOD:
1. Combine all ingredients in a 1 quart mason jar. Shake well, until all ingredients are combined. Alternatively, you can puree the ingredients in a blender or with an emulsifier⁠
2. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.⁠
3. Remaining salad dressing should be stored in an airtight container in the fridge and kept in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.⁠
4. Toss lettuce and raw vegetables in a large bowl. Add some of the ranch dressing and toss to coat. Add more dressing if needed. Or, serve undressed with dressings on the side.⁠
5. Top with homemade croutons, nuts, or sunflower seeds if desired.⁠

TIP⁠

Make it a meal by adding grilled chicken and a little bacon.

Prep and Chopping:

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