Nutrients per serving
- (1 tbsp (15 mL) Dressing)
- Fat: 7.5 grams
- Carbohydrates: 2.0 grams
- Calories: 76
Maple Syrup
Salad in a Bag
Prepare a platter of assorted fresh Ontario vegetables and give the children the option of selecting their own. Chickpeas and shredded or cubed cheese can be packed in a separate container along with croutons. To complete the lunch, pack along Greek pita wedges and a frozen chocolate milk carton.
P.S. Pack a small plastic fork and a note instructing the child to pour the dressing into the bag, close it and do the "salad shake."
Cooking Time: Not Available
Servings: 9 - 1 tbsp (15 mL) servings of dressing
Ingredients:
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Ontario Maple Dressing:
- 2 tbsp (25 mL) red wine vinegar
- 4 tsp (20 mL) Ontario Maple Syrup
- 1 tsp (5 mL) Dijon mustard
- 1/4 tsp (1 mL) salt
- A Pinch of pepper
- 1/3 cup (75 mL) vegetable oil
- Ontario Mushrooms, quartered or halved
- Ontario Broccoli florets
- Ontario Cauliflower florets
- Ontario Carrots, sliced
- Ontario Celery, sliced
- Ontario Greenhouse Cucumbers, cut into wedges
- Shredded Ontario Napa or Green Cabbage
Ontario Fresh Vegetable Selection:
Preparation:
Ontario Maple Dressing: In small bowl, whisk together vinegar, maple syrup, mustard, salt and pepper; while whisking, slowly drizzle in oil. Pour approximately 1 tbsp (15 mL) into small container with tight-fitting lid.
Ontario Fresh Vegetables: Pack 1 cup (250 mL) of assorted fresh vegetables in resealable plastic bag. At lunchtime, pour dressing into bag, close and shake.
