Who is in the mood for a colorful, tangy and delicious salad,featuring fresh strawberries, cucumbers,mandarin slices, cut spicy okra, green peppers, and mushrooms on arugula & spinach topped with balsamic vinegar dressing? I know the ingredients might not look like they go together -- but trust me, they will make your taste buds do a happy dance!
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Tip: Chill your salad plates in the freezer while you prepare the produce!
Purchase your fresh produce ingredients from the local farmers market or store of your choice, then wash to remove any chemicals and cut/chop to size.
Since we are out of homegrown, canned okra grown in the garden (see photo two pics down below), I buy jarred okra at my grocery store and prefer this spicy version over the mild flavor. For me, it better balances the sweetness of the mandarins and tartness of strawberries when mixed together with the balsamic vinegar dressing.
"Yummy Okra"
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"Homegrown spicy pickles, okra & pickles"
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Remove the salad plates from the freezer. Using tongs, place the arugula and spinach on the bottom of the plate then arrange the other fruits and vegetables on top.
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Vigouously shake the balsamic vinegar dressing to merge the flavors of the oil, vinegar and herbs in the bottle before pouring over the salad. Go lightly, as you can always add more of the salad dressing if desired. Gently toss the salad with tongs to mix.
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Top your salad with some croutons if desired and enjoy your nutritious salad!🥗🍴
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@lenasveganliving hosts the Fruits and Veggies Monday challenge where we post healthy #vegan recipes or fruits, vegetables, and nuts.🥬🍓🍏🍄🥑
@vegansofsteemit is hosting this week as Lena is recovering from hand surgery -- sending prayers for speedy healing, Lena!🙌🙏💕
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