Parts of the Plant Salad

Servings: 10

Ingredients:

4 carrots, washed, peeled, and shredded
1 bunch of celery, washed and chopped
1 package fresh baby spinach, washed and drained
1 (10 ounce) package frozen peas, thawed in the refrigerator overnight or thawed in the microwave
1 pint cherry or grape tomatoes, washed and cut in half
1 broccoli crown, washed and cut into small pieces
1 bottle of reduced-fat salad dressing or 1 recipe of Growing Healthy Habits Vinaigrette Dressing

Directions:

  1. Toss all ingredients, except salad dressing, in a mixing bowl.
  2. Serve in individual bowls, topped with one tablespoon of dressing.

Notes & Tips:

This video provides a step by step demonstration on making Parts of the Plant Salad.

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Recipe Category

30 minutes or less, Kid-friendly recipes, No cooking required, One pan meals

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Parts of the Plant Salad

Servings: 10

Ingredients:

4 carrots, washed, peeled, and shredded
1 bunch of celery, washed and chopped
1 package fresh baby spinach, washed and drained
1 (10 ounce) package frozen peas, thawed in the refrigerator overnight or thawed in the microwave
1 pint cherry or grape tomatoes, washed and cut in half
1 broccoli crown, washed and cut into small pieces
1 bottle of reduced-fat salad dressing or 1 recipe of Growing Healthy Habits Vinaigrette Dressing

Directions:

  1. Toss all ingredients, except salad dressing, in a mixing bowl.
  2. Serve in individual bowls, topped with one tablespoon of dressing.

Notes & Tips:

This video provides a step by step demonstration on making Parts of the Plant Salad.

Nutrition Facts

10 serving per container

Serving size 1/2 cup

Amount Per Serving
Calories 70
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 1g 1%
Saturated Fat 0g 0%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 200mg 9%
Total Carbohydrate 12g 4%
Dietary Fiber 4g 14%
Total Sugars 6g
Includes 0g Added Sugars 0%
Protein 4g
Vitamin D 0mcg 0%
Calcium 64mg 4%
Iron 1mg 6%
Potassium 315mg 6%

The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.