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by Janis Jibrin, R.D. | Many diet nightmares can be traced to the seemingly virtuous salad. Myth #1: It’s Just a Salad! There’s nothing “just” about the 490 calories and 41 grams of fat in a Subway BMT salad with ranch dressing. That adds up to even more calories and fat than a Burger King Bacon Cheeseburger (360 calories, 18 grams of fat). At Ruby Tuesday, the Carolina Chicken Salad packs -brace yourself- 1,300 calories and 72 grams of fat (275 fewer calories without … [Read more...]
submitted by Dawn Gowery | INGREDIENTS: 6 to 12 large cooked shrimp (depending on how many you are feeding) 1 head romaine lettuce (green or red) 1 cup julienne sliced red cabbage 1/2 cup sweet Vidalia onions 1 yellow pepper sliced1 head leaf lettuce (bronze for color) 2 quartered heirloom tomatoes6 yellow Nasturtium flowers and leaves HOW TO PREPARE: Toss in large salad bowl. Arrange flowers on top for decoration and a peppery taste treat. Ad your favorite salad … [Read more...]
Adapted from article by Janet Jibrin, R.D. | Myth 1: It's Just a Salad! NOT TRUE! The Subway BMT salad with ranch dressing is 490 calories and 41 grams of fat -- more calories and fat than a Burger King Bacon Cheeseburger (360 calories, 18 grams of fat)! Ruby Tuesday’s Carolina Chicken Salad packs 1,300 calories and 72 grams of fat! Ask for nutritional data before ordering!s Myth 2: Fat-free Dressing Is Healthiest. NOT QUITE! You save calories by taking out the fat, but some … [Read more...]
By Jillana Miller | Grilling fruit is an exciting concept for summer cooking. The possibilities are endless! Grilled fruits can be the star of a main course, a dessert, an appetizer or a side dish. This salad is an excellent way to enjoy unique flavor of grilled apricots. The sweetness and warmth of grilled apricots with fresh spinach, creamy goat cheese and the crunch of walnuts, is a flavor combination of simple elegance. This salad celebrates the distinct qualities of each … [Read more...]
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