Homemade Salad Mix in a Bag

Homemade Salad Mix in a Bag contains preferred ingredients enclosed in a zippered bag and refrigerated until ready to use.    

KEEPS WELL IN FRIDGE

Place ingredients in a zippered bag.  Keep in refrigerator.    

This is a smart and effective strategy for saving time and

for keeping healthy salad readily available.

When it’s time to eat, whip out a bag, add

salad dressing and enjoy! 

 

STORAGE TIP

Ingredients and lettuce should be stored in separate bags.  The lettuce

will remain crisp longer. 

SUGGESTED INGREDIENTS 

Tomatoes, Smooth Hard Boiled Eggs (chopped), onions (chopped), shredded cheddar cheese (mild, medium or sharp), pepperoni pieces, meat (chicken, fish, ham, turkey), grated carrots, favorite fruit, croutons, crackers.  Favorite salad dressing stored in a separate container to keep salad crisp.   

WHAT ARE CREMINI MUSHROOMS? 

The cremini mushroom is a moderately mature version of the white button mushroom and has a similar flavor. 

Younger than the portobello which is why they’re also sold as “baby bella” or “baby portobello” mushrooms.

Cremini mushrooms have a dark brown color and firmer texture than white mushrooms.

Store tightly zippered bag of veggies without dressing in the fridge (not freezer) for up to 3 days.

SERVING SUGGESTION

Pairs well with your favorite creamy dressing and Stovetop Mini Flapjacks.

ENJOY!

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Homemade Salad Mix in a Bag

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Homemade Salad Mix in a Bag is a make ahead recipe idea. Preferred ingredients are enclosed in a zippered bag and refrigerated until ready to use. Recipe and photography by Beverly Davis for CornbreadMillionaire.com.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 15 minutes mins

Servings: 2 bags

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Calories: 1949

Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients

  

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Homemade Salad Mix In A Bag

• 2 quart size zippered bags
• 4 cups lettuce torn into small pieces
• 24 halved cherry tomatoes (sliced in half) Use more or less as preferred.
• 1 cup cremini mushrooms, whole or chopped Use more or less as preferred.
• 1 cup carrots, shredded Use more or less as preferred
• 1 cup white onions, chopped Use more or less as preferred.
• 1 cup cucumber, chopped About 1 whole cucumber.
• 2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded crumbled blue cheese or grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 cup corn kernels (optional) Use more or less as preferred.
• 1 cup walnuts (optional) Use more or less as preferred
• 1 cup pineapple chunks, drained (optional) Use more or less as preferred.

Homemade Buttermilk Dressing

• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1/2 teaspoon dried chives
• 1/2 teaspoon dried dill weed
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder or 1 small garlic clove, smashed
• 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
• salt to taste
• black pepper to taste
• 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice (optional)

Method

 

Homemade Salad Mix In A Bag

1. Open ONE zippered bag.
2. Add more or less of each ingredient: 1 cup of torn lettuce, 12 halved tomatoes (grape or cherry), 1/2 cup cremini mushrooms, 1/2 cup shredded carrots, 1/2 cup chopped onions, 1/2 cup cucumbers, 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, 1/2 cup corn kernels (optional), 1/2 cup walnuts (optional), 1/2 cup pineapple chunks (optional).
3. Zip bag until sealed. Shake to evenly distribute ingredients (optional).
4. Repeat instructions for second Homemade Salad Mix In A Bag.
5. Refrigerate for up to 3 days without dressing. When ready to eat, pour contents in a medium bowl and drizzle with salad dressing. Serve with crackers or croutons.

Homemade Ranch Dressing

1. Whisk together all ingredients in a small bowl or jar. Cover and refrigerate 30 minutes before serving.
2. NOTE: This dressing is thick. When mixed in with the salad, it will automatically thin a little. However, if you prefer a pourable dressing, add 1/2 teaspoon of fresh lemon juice or 1/2 teaspoon of milk. Whisk until well combined.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bagCalories: 1949kcalCarbohydrates: 67gProtein: 45gFat: 173gSaturated Fat: 45gPolyunsaturated Fat: 80gMonounsaturated Fat: 35gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 194mgSodium: 1707mgPotassium: 1551mgFiber: 13gSugar: 36gVitamin A: 14050IUVitamin C: 42mgCalcium: 1043mgIron: 4mg

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