MINI SALAD BAR FOR PICKY IN-LAWS

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My in-laws are wonderful people and I love them dearly but, except for my MIL, they are picky eaters. And they are each picky in their own way too so what my SIL likes my BIL won't eat and what my BIL likes my other SIL picks out. This is my salad solution when I'm hosting the get-together. Its not hard to cut down the quantities if you don't have as many in-laws. :D

Provided by 3KillerBs

Categories     Vegetable

Time 15m

Yield 12-15 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 head iceberg lettuce
1 lb mesclun or 1 lb Italian salad mix
1/2 lb raw spinach
1 head romaine lettuce
3 -5 cucumbers
3 -5 bell peppers (mixed colors prefered)
3 -5 garden tomatoes or 1 -2 pint cherry tomatoes
1/2 lb baby carrots
1/2 lb celery rib
black olives (optional)
green olives (optional)
crouton (optional)
salad dressing

Steps:

  • Wash, trim, and chop or tear all greens. Put the iceberg in one bowl, the mesclun in another bowl, the spinach in another, and the romaine in another.
  • Clean and slice the cucumbers. We don't peel garden cucumbers, only store cucumbers. You can if you prefer. Arrange in a shallow dish.
  • Wash tomatoes. If full-size, slice them into thick rounds and arrange in a shallow dish. If cherry tomatoes, take stems off and put into a bowl.
  • Put the remaining items into more small bowls.
  • Provide a selection of dressings, homemade or store-bought. I suggest several variations from Recipe #213989.
  • Note -- if there is something you know EVERYONE likes increase the quantity as needed.
  • A bunch of attractive, coordinating bowls are very nice if you have them, but if your in-laws are as informal and loving as mine are the cereal bowls will do just fine. :D.

jonah diamond pounds
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This is a great way to use up leftover vegetables.


Mojammel Mojammel
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I love the idea of a mini salad bar. It's so much more fun than a regular salad.


Syns Azam
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This salad bar looks amazing! I can't wait to try it.


Lost Silver
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This is a great idea! I'm always looking for new ways to get my kids to eat their vegetables.


marjia rahman
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I'm definitely going to try this recipe. It looks delicious!


Eram Javaid
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This is a great recipe for a party or potluck. It's easy to make and everyone will love it.


Chloe Bentman
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This salad bar is so versatile. You can use any type of vegetables, fruits, and toppings that you like.


Ariah Lindsay
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I love how easy this salad bar is to make. It's perfect for a quick and healthy meal.


Azhar Hayyat
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This salad bar is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. They love being able to choose their own toppings.


Salamatu Kabba
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I'm not a huge fan of salads, but this one was really good! The variety of toppings and dressings made it really flavorful.


Ashik Gaming
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This is a great idea for a healthy and easy meal. I love that you can customize it to your own liking.


TMG AliBm
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I made this salad bar for a party and it was a huge success! Everyone raved about how fresh and delicious everything was. I will definitely be making this again.


Bheki Mahlangu
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This mini salad bar was a hit with my in-laws, even the picky ones! Everyone loved being able to choose their own toppings and dressings. It's a great way to get everyone to eat their vegetables.