A Little Something Extra

I eat a lot of salads...

usually twice a day.

Lunch and dinner.

It's all due to my quest to be healthier and Dr. Oz.

Do you watch him?

I really like his show...it seems that there is always something new to learn.

Ok...back to salads.

I have tried just about every low fat/no fat salad dressing on the market 

and they just don't cut it for me anymore.

Turning to Pinterest, I found several recipes...

some good 

and

some not so good.

Here are two {I've modified a bit} that we consider keepers!

Enjoy.

Green Goddess Dressing (inspired by Green Cuisine Cookbook)

1 garlic clove

1 c packed avocado

7-8 tbsp water

5 tbsp apple cider vinegar

4-5 tbsp fresh lemon juice

1/2 c packed fresh basil leaves

1/2 c packed fresh parsley

1/2 c packed green onion greens

Put all ingredients in a blender/food processor until smooth. Makes about 1 cup.

This one's a little sweeter.

Nathan Pritikin's Italian Dressing (submitted anonymously on Pinterest)

1/2 c freshly squeezed lemon juice

1/2 c rice vinegar

1/4 c frozen apple juice concentrate

1/4 c water

2 green onions chopped

1/4 tsp dried sage

1/4 tsp garlic powder

Combine all ingredients in blender until well mixed. Makes about 1.5 cups.

Now, with something a little extra, and really healthy, my salads are even better!