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Watermelon Salad

August 1, 2017 by Dinner Tonight

This summer-inspired Watermelon Salad is the perfect side dish or a good base for a full meal by adding grilled chicken or shrimp!


Refreshing watermelon salad a recipe by Dinner Tonight. Salad presented in a glass bowl, spinach greens, pink watermelon, diced cucumber and feta cheese crumbles.
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6 1.5 cup servings
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6 1.5 cup servings
Refreshing watermelon salad a recipe by Dinner Tonight. Salad presented in a glass bowl, spinach greens, pink watermelon, diced cucumber and feta cheese crumbles.
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6 1.5 cup servings
Ingredients
Vinaigrette Dressing
  • 2 tablespoons Agave syrup
  • 1 lime juice fresh squeezed
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper
Salad
  • 4 cups seedless watermelon diced
  • 4 cups fresh spinach
  • 1 1/2 cup cucumber diced
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves torn
  • 1/3 cup fresh basil leaves torn
  • 1/3 cup reduced fat feta cheese crumbles
Servings: 1.5 cup servings
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Instructions
  1. Clean preparation area and wash hands.
  2. Wash all produce before preparing recipe.
  3. In a small bowl, add agave, lime, oil, salt, and pepper and whisk together.
  4. In a large bowl, add watermelon, spinach, cucumber, mint, basil, and feta.
  5. Add dressing mixture and gently toss to combine.
  6. Refrigerate if not served immediately.
  7. Serve dish immediate or cover and keep cool for later.
Recipe Notes

Watermelon Salad

Nutrition Facts
Serving size  1 1/2 cups (189g)
6

Amount per serving
Calories	100					

% Daily Value
Total Fat	2.5	g			3	%	
Saturated Fat	0	g			0	%	
Trans Fat	0	g					
Cholesterol	5	mg			2	%	
Sodium	350	mg			15	%	
Total Carbohydrate	16	g			6	%	
Dietary Fiber	1	g			4	%	
Total Sugars	12	g					
Added Sugars	5	g			10	%	
Protein	6	g					

Vitamin D	0	mcg			0	%	
Calcium	144	mg			10	%	
Iron	1	mg			6	%	
Potassium	297	mg			6	%

 

Recipe inspiration from: https://www.themediterraneandish.com/watermelon-salad-with-cucumber-feta/

Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: cucumber, feta cheese, main dish salad, Salad, side salad, spinach, spring, watermelon

Strawberry Spinach Salad with Feta

March 21, 2017 by Dinner Tonight

Spinach serves as a fantastic vegetable that can be enjoyed fresh, frozen or canned year round. This particular recipeSpinach Strawberry Salad will unite color and taste which will definitely delight your palate.  This salad can be paired with just about any meal and will have your family asking for more!

 

Spinach Strawberry Salad
Strawberry Spinach Salad with Feta
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Ingredients
  • 1 tbsp Poppy seeds
  • 1/2 cup artificial sucralose
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup Vinegar
  • 1/4 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 3 cups spinach rinsed and torn into bite-size pieces
  • 2 cups strawberries cleaned, hulled and sliced
  • 1/4 cup almonds slivered
  • 1/2 cup Feta nonfat
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  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the poppy seeds, sugar, olive oil, vinegar and Worcestershire sauce. Cover and chill if desired.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the spinach, strawberries and almonds. Toast the almonds for added flavor if desired.
  3. Pour dressing over salad, and toss. refrigerate 10-15 minutes before serving.
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Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: almonds, cheese, feta, main dish, Salad, side dish, side salad, spinach, spring, strawberry, summer, Vegetarian

Spinach Quesadillas

December 13, 2016 by Dinner Tonight

Looking for an easy and quick dinner tonight? Try our simple spinach quesadillas, and easy dinner to whip up quickly for your family.Spinach Quesadillas a recipe by Dinner Tonight


Spinach Quesadillas a recipe by Dinner Tonight
Spinach Quesadillas
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Ingredients
  • 1 1/2 pound fresh spinach
  • 1 teaspoon canola oil
  • 8 Yellow Corn Tortillas approx. 6 or 7-inch diameter
  • 1/4 cup salsa drained
  • 3/4 cup lowfat monterey jack cheese shredded
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Stovetop Instructions
  1. Clean your area and wash your hands before you begin.
  2. Place spinach in colander in sink and run water over the greens. Drain and pat dry.
  3. Chop the washed spinach.
  4. Add vegetable oil to skillet and sauté fresh spinach quickly over medium heat until soft.
  5. Place 4 tortillas on a work surface.
  6. Spread half of the 3/4 cup cheese evenly on each tortilla.
  7. Top the cheese with 1 Tablespoon salsa, followed by 1/4 cup of cooked spinach.
  8. Evenly spread remaining cheese on top of the spinach on each tortilla.
  9. Top with remaining tortillas and press firmly.
  10. Cook each quesadilla in skillet over medium heat until cheese melts and tortillas are golden brown, about 3 minutes per side.
Air Fryer Instructions
  1. Clean your area and wash your hands before you begin.
  2. Place spinach in colander in sink and run water over the greens. Drain and pat dry. Chop the washed spinach.
  3. Add vegetable oil to skillet and sauté fresh spinach quickly over medium heat until soft.
  4. Set the air fryer to 350°F and preheat for 3 minutes
  5. Place 4 tortillas on a work surface.
  6. Spread half of the 3/4 cup cheese evenly on each tortilla.
  7. Top the cheese with 1 Tablespoon salsa, followed by 1/4 cup of cooked spinach.
  8. Evenly spread remaining cheese on top of the spinach on each tortilla.
  9. Top with remaining tortillas and press firmly.
  10. Place quesadilla on the air fryer basket/tray and cook for 1 to 2 minutes per side.
Recipe Notes

Spinach Quesadillas Nutrition Facts Serving size 1 quesadilla (274g) servings per container 4 Amount per serving Calories 260 % Daily Value Total Fat 8 g 10 % Saturated Fat 3 g 15 % Trans Fat 0 g Cholesterol 15 mg 5 % Sodium 420 mg 18 % Total Carbohydrate 35 g 13 % Dietary Fiber 4 g 14 % Total Sugars 5 g Added Sugars 0 g 0 % Protein 14 g Vitamin D 0 mcg 0 % Calcium 314 mg 25 % Iron 6 mg 35 % Potassium 1002 mg 20 %

Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: air, air fry, air fryer, five, kid friendly, lunch, main dish, quesadillas, spinach, Vegetarian

Spinach Pasta Toss

December 13, 2016 by Dinner Tonight

Try this simple and easy spinach pasta toss for your Dinner Tonight! With 5 ingredients this dish will come together quickly!Spinach Pasta Toss recipe plated on a blue plate


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Ingredients
  • 1 15 ounce Italian-style diced tomatoes unsalted
  • 2 cups whole wheat penne pasta dry
  • 1 cup water
  • 3 cups baby spinach leaves
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded, reduced fat
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  1. Bring tomatoes, pasta and water to a boil in a large saucepan; stir.
  2. Cover; simmer on medium-low heat for 10 minutes or just until pasta is tender.
  3. Add ½ of spinach; simmer, covered 2 minutes or until wilted. Stir.
  4. Repeat until remaining spinach is added.
  5. Serve topped with cheese.
  6. For a spicier dish, add ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes with the tomatoes.
Recipe Notes

Spinach Pasta Toss Nutrition Facts Serving size (176g) servings per container 6 Amount per serving Calories 180 % Daily Value Total Fat 4 g 5 % Saturated Fat 2 g 10 % Trans Fat 0 g Cholesterol 10 mg 3 % Sodium 150 mg 7 % Total Carbohydrate 29 g 11 % Dietary Fiber 2 g 7 % Total Sugars 3 g Added Sugars 0 g 0 % Protein 10 g Vitamin D 0 mcg 0 % Calcium 314 mg 25 % Iron 2 mg 10 % Potassium 319 mg 6 %

Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: five, Heart Healthy, main dish, pasta, spinach, Vegetarian

Avocado Mandarin Tossed Salad

November 30, 2016 by Dinner Tonight

Avocado Mandarin Tossed Salad is a simple side dish to compliment any dinner. Easy to pull together but full of healthy ingredients!


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Ingredients
  • 1 11 ounce can mandarin oranges drained
  • 1/2 cup green onion thinly sliced
  • 1/3 cup coarsely chopped pecans
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper
  • 4 cups torn salad greens
  • 1 medium ripe avocado peeled and sliced
  • 1/4 cup fat free Italian dressing
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  1. In a bowl, combine the oranges, onion, pecans and pepper.
  2. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  3. Place the greens in a salad bowl.
  4. Top with orange mixture and avocado slices.
  5. Drizzle with dressing before serving.
Recipe Notes

Avocado Mandarin Tossed Salad Nutrition Facts Serving size (204g) servings per container 4 Amount per serving Calories 170 % Daily Value Total Fat 12 g 15 % Saturated Fat 1.5 g 8 % Trans Fat 0 g Cholesterol 0 mg 0 % Sodium 230 mg 10 % Total Carbohydrate 15 g 5 % Dietary Fiber 4 g 14 % Total Sugars 9 g Added Sugars 0 g 0 % Protein 4 g Vitamin D 0 mcg 0 % Calcium 58 mg 4 % Iron 1 mg 6 % Potassium 350 mg 8 %

Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: avocado, mandarin, Salad, salads, spinach, Vegetarian

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