Today's VCI LDV challenge was Baby Spinach and Apple Salad with Sweet Red Wine Vinaigrette. I have to admit that when I hear the word "salad" I don't get excited. And it's so weird, because then I eat a salad and I'm like, "YUM". So, whatever, I'm a weirdo.
I sincerely apologize for this overexposed washed-out weirdness of a photo of myghosty pretty salad, but I was working without my usual equipment.
I did a few substitutions; pumpkin seeds went in place of the pine nuts, Craisins went in place of the raisins. This is what I had on hand, so I went with it.
Also, for the dressing it calls for "oil" and then lists several varieties as suggestions (hemp, flax, grapeseed). I didn't have any of those so I used avocado. Totally a worthwhile splurge, if you can swing it. Makes a good gift.
So there you have it. Tune in tomorrow for "Noodle Salad (*sigh*, haha) with Spicy Nut Dressing".
I sincerely apologize for this overexposed washed-out weirdness of a photo of my
I did a few substitutions; pumpkin seeds went in place of the pine nuts, Craisins went in place of the raisins. This is what I had on hand, so I went with it.
Also, for the dressing it calls for "oil" and then lists several varieties as suggestions (hemp, flax, grapeseed). I didn't have any of those so I used avocado. Totally a worthwhile splurge, if you can swing it. Makes a good gift.
So there you have it. Tune in tomorrow for "Noodle Salad (*sigh*, haha) with Spicy Nut Dressing".
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