LeAFY Lemon Parmesan Tossed Salad

These greens are packed with a ton of nutrients and flavor and are dressed up with light ingredients that keep them the star of the show. Talk about summer in a bowl!
Thanks to Registered Dietitian, Jenn Pope for this recipe.

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Main Ingredients

1 Container TRF Harvest Blend

1 fresh lemon

2 - 3 tbsp olive oil

1/3 cup shaved parmesan cheese

Pinch of salt

Recipe Steps

  1. Add container of green to a large serving bowl.

  2. Squeeze lemon over the greens, removing all seeds.

  3. Drizzle olive oil over the greens and add a pinch of salt.

  4. Toss the salad with tongs making sure everything is evenly coated and well dressed.

  5. Add parmesan cheese before serving. Serve immediately.

Grilled Caesar Salad

A unique way to use TRF romaine that’s easy to throw on the grill while making steaks or pork chops!

From Jenn Pope, RD

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Main Ingredients

1 head TRF romaine lettuce

1/3 cup shaved parmesan

Olive oil

Salt

Pepper

Caesar dressing

1/2 cup mayo

1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt

1 - 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce

1/2 small lemon, juiced

1/4 cup grated parmesan

1 tsp minced or pressed garlic

2 tsp Dijon mustard

1/8 tsp black pepper

Pinch of salt

Recipe Steps

  1. Light your grill according to instructions. Add all ingredients for the dressing into a container and mix well. Set aside until lettuce is ready.

  2. Slice the head of romaine in half length-wise, keeping the core attached to keep the leaves together. Rinse with water and pat dry.

  3. Drizzle olive oil on both halves of the head of romaine. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.

  4. Place cut side down on the grill, over the coals or heat source for about 1-3 minutes depending how hot your grill is. Leaves should start to char and wilt slightly on the outside but keep their integrity on the inside.

  5. Remove the head of lettuce from the grill and sprinkle with shaved parmesan cheese. Drizzle dressing over the head of grilled lettuce and serve immediately.

Additional Notes

Grilled pork chops or steak make a great main to go alongside this salad.

Strawberry Summer Salad

A perfect sweet and savory salad that can be eaten as a main dish or on the side of a meal! A hit at potlucks and get togethers! From Jenn Pope, RD

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Main Ingredients

1/2 container TRF spinach

1/2 container TRF spring mix

1/2 cup fresh strawberries, sliced

2 stalks celery, sliced

2 green onions, sliced

1/4 cup sliced almonds

Strawberry balsamic dressing

1/4 cup olive oil

1/4 balsamic vinegar

1/3 cup fresh strawberries

pinch of salt

Recipe Steps

  1. Layer spring mix, spinach, sliced strawberries, celery, green onion, and sliced almonds in a large serving bowl.

  2. In a blender add oil, balsamic, strawberries, and pinch of salt and pulse until smooth and emulsified.

  3. Drizzle dressing over salad (you will use about half of the dressing) and serve immediately!

Additional Notes

Feta cheese would make an amazing addition to this salad. Top with grilled chicken for a complete meal!

Summer Steak Salad

We may not all agree on how steak should be done, but there is no doubt we can agree this salad will be a summer staple. Plus, you can get over half of these salad ingredients from TRF!

From Jenn Pope, RD

Main Ingredients

1/2 TRF Summer Crunch Lettuce

1/2 TRF Spring Mix

5 - 7 medium cherry tomatoes, halved

2 - 3 radishes, sliced

2 - 3 tbsp blue cheese (try gorgonzola for a more mild taste)

2 tbsp chopped, toasted pecans

4 ounces of grilled steak

Balsamic dressing

1 tbsp balsamic vinegar

1 tbsp olive oil

1 tsp honey or maple syrup

Recipe Steps

  1. Layer all salad ingredients on a serving platter or individual container.

  2. Whisk together balsamic dressing ingredients.

  3. Drizzle balsamic dressing over salad and serve immediately!