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Colorful Crispy Salad

Ingredients

6 Servings12 Servings24 Servings
Tomatoes, seeded and diced1 cup2 cup4 cup
Cucumber, peeled and diced1 cup2 cup4 cup
Bell pepper, red, chopped0.25 cup0.5 cup1 cup
Olives, canned2 Tbsp4 Tbsp8 Tbsp
Lettuce, chopped1 cup2 cup4 cup
Olive oil1 Tbsp2 Tbsp4 Tbsp
Vinegar0.5 Tbsp1 Tbsp2 Tbsp
Oregano0.5 tsp1 tsp2 tsp

Directions

  1. 1. Place all salad ingredients into a bowl.
  2. 2. In a separate bowl, mix dressing ingredients together.
  3. 3. Pour dressing over salad. Toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts
Serving size 1/2 cup (70g)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 16 From Fat 5
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 1g 2%
Sat. Fat 0g 0%
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 80mg 3%
Total Carb 3g 1%
Dietary Fiber 1g 4%
Sugars 2g
Protein 1g
Vitamin A 10% Vitamin C 30%
Calcium 0% Iron 2%
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Food For Thought

Small salads made with a mixture of vegetables are a great way to boost nutrition. Enjoy them as a side at meals or as an afternoon snack.

CACFP Crediting

For 3-5 year olds; Snack. Must serve all of the following:

  • Fruit/Vegetable
  • Meat/Meat Alternate