Spring Salad

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Spring Salad

Spring is just around the corner!  I’m ready to trade in sweaters and boots for tees and sandals, the girls just got fitted for new bikes and helmets, I’ve dusted off my bike and running shoes, and last night I did 108 Sun Salutations at onlYoga in Atlanta, GA to celebrate the changing of the season.  We are ready!!  The weekend forecast looks perfect for a picnic and plenty of outdoor activities, and I know one family that will be enjoying every second!  This is one item I will have packed for our picnic in the park.  This is my girls favorite salad, especially when I cut the cucumbers using flower cookie cutters.  You could use heart cookie cutters to form a four-leaf clover for St. Patrick’s Day. I made a very basic balsamic vinaigrette to go along with salad.  Homemade dressing really is the only way to go! 1/4 [...]

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