🛒 Ingredients for Traditional Christmas Salad
Before you begin, gather all the fresh, quality ingredients to make the preparation smoother and ensure a spectacularly flavorful end result:
2 cups of romaine or escarole lettuce, washed and chopped
1 cup of fresh spinach
1/2 cup of yellow corn (can be cooked or canned)
1/2 cup of grated carrot
1/2 cup of diced green apple (with or without skin)
1/2 cup of walnuts or almonds (lightly toasted to enhance the flavor)
1/2 cup of seedless purple grapes or raisins
1 cup of shredded chicken or turkey (optional)
🥣 Ingredients for the Creamy Dressing
2 tablespoons of mayonnaise
2 tablespoons of unsweetened natural yogurt
1 teaspoon of lemon juice
Salt and pepper to taste
💡 Healthy Tip: If you prefer a lighter, more natural dressing, substitute the mayonnaise with yogurt 100% and add a teaspoon of honey and a touch of Dijon mustard.
💡 Ideas for a change
🍍 Add diced pineapple for a refreshing, tropical touch.
🧀 Stir in queso fresco, panela, or feta cheese for a creamy contrast.
🥑 Add diced avocado just before serving for a smoother texture.
🌽 Use grilled corn to intensify the flavor.\
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