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Dressing Things Up for Spring

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From fresh salsa to creamy herb dressings, sauces and salad dressings are a great way to add flavor to your meals. Try these two simple options to dress up your salads. And if you’re looking for more fresh ideas, check out the full collection from Cooking Light.

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All-Purpose Citrus Dressing


INGREDIENTS

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon fresh orange
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
Dash of salt
Dash of black pepper          
 

PREPARATION

TOTAL TIME: 5 MIN | YIELD: 5 TBSP.  (SERVING SIZE: 1 TBSP.)

Whisk together all ingredients. Refrigerate in an airtight container. Shake well before using.

Source:  Cooking Light, December 2016
Total Per Serving: Calories - 52, Carbs - 1g, Fat - 5.4g, Protein - 0g, Fiber - 0g, Sodium - 78mg.

 

Horseradish Vinaigrette


INGREDIENTS

1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon miced fresh flat-leaf parsley
1 tablespoon minced shallots
1 tablespoon prepared horseradish
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon honey
3/8 teaspoon kosher salt         

 

PREPARATION

YIELD: SERVES 6 (SERVING SIZE: ABOUT 1 1/2 TBSP.)

Combine all ingredients in a jar. Cover with lid, and shake well to combine.

Source:  Cooking Light, December 2016
Total Per Serving: Calories - 84 , Carbs - 1 g, Protein - 0 g, Fiber - 0 g, Sodium - 131 mg.

 

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