peas at a party

I’m adding to my list of prepared salad dressings. That would be the list of dressings worthy of taking up space in my fridge. Generally, I’m a fan of fresher dressings, but sometimes grabbing a bottle and giving it a few shakes is a life saver.

The “approved” list . . .

• Balsamic Vinaigrette, such as the fat-free one from Olde Cape Cod
• Ranch, light or low fat, prefer Hidden Valley
• Italian, light and definitely not fat-free (yuck!), Newman’s Own is the favorite here
• Hellman’s (or Best) Reduced Fat Mayo, with the green lid, the only lower fat mayo that tastes like the real thing
• Now add to this list, Ken’s Steak House Raspberry Walnut Vinaigrette. It’s low-fat, weighing in at 40 calories a tablespoon which is just the right amount for 1-1/2 to 2 cups of salad greens.

We used this dressing in Cherry Walnut Green Salad (Serves 4; ready in 10 minutes)

• 4 cups Italian salad greens mix
• 2 cups baby spinach
• 1/4 cup walnut pieces, toasted
• 2-3 Tbsp dried cherries (sweet or tart)
• 3-4 Tbsp crumbled goat cheese
• 1/4 cup raspberry vinaigrette

Combine the greens and spinach; toss. Top with the walnuts, cherries, cheese, and dressing. Toss and serve.

This was t-rrific. In fact, we made it two nights in a row. And as you can see, it is so-oo-o easy and quick.

It’s also very pretty. Sighhhh. If only we could include pictures on this blog.

Oh, wait! Stay tuned for next week’s announcement about a major blog remodel.

And in the meantime, have a great weekend.