I’ve decided to start a new category here at This Week for Dinner – Simple Side Dishes. I don’t always put much thought into side dishes, and I would guess that I’m not alone. Sometimes all it takes is for someone to remind me of a side or point out an easy way to prepare a vegetable and I’m good to go. So, whenever I discover or re-discover a simple (e.g. fast, minimal ingredients, easy prep) side, I’ll be sure to share it with you!
How about a nice salad today?
Spinach Salad a la Lindsay
From Lindsay Rutman
- Spinach
- Candied pecans (yes, candy-ing them is pretty easy, but to keep it really simple, jut buy them!)
- Feta cheese
- Strawberries, sliced
- Poppyseed Dressing (or Brianna’s Blush Wine Vinaigrette)
Mix together!
Poppyseed Dressing
From Lindsay Rutman
Feel free to just buy poppyseed dressing (Brianna’s is AWESOME, by the way)…but if you WANT to make your own, this is some dang good dressing
- 3/4 T. poppy seeds
- 1/3 c. vinegar
- 1/3 c. sugar
- 3/4 c. vegetable oil
- 3/4 T. grated red onion
- 3/4 t. salt
- 1/3 t. dry mustard
Mix all the ingredients, and preferably let it sit a few hours before serving so the flavors can combine.
Hello! My name is Jane Maynard and you've landed yourself on my blog, This Week for Dinner™. Every Sunday I share a weekly menu...and then count on you to share your own! You'll also find other deliciousness that I hope you'll enjoy!
I love this recipe
I love a good salad
And candied pecans? Yummm.
What a classic. I believe it was this salad that won a special place in my heart for salads. Mmmm. It’s just divine.
I’ve also used honey roasted peanuts. They’re a great substitute.
Are these your own photos? they are gorgeous. they look so delicious!
Thanks for the recipes…always struggle with side dishes and ways to incorporate more fruit and veggies into the meal.
yup, they are my photos.
thank you!
thanks for the nice comments…