Best Creamy Veggie Salad Recipes

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ALLISON'S CREAMY VEGGIE PASTA SALAD



Allison's Creamy Veggie Pasta Salad image

Make and share this Allison's Creamy Veggie Pasta Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ABR1231

Categories     Pasta Shells

Time 24m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 box shell pasta
1/2 lb cheddar cheese (cubed)
1 red pepper (diced)
1 yellow pepper (diced)
1 cucumber (seeded and diced)
2 medium tomatoes (seeded and diced)
1 small red onion (diced)
8 ounces plain yogurt
8 ounces sour cream
16 ounces mayonnaise
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon sugar
2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

Steps:

  • cook pasta as directed on box.
  • Combine other ingredients except for vegetables and cheese in a separate bowl.
  • When pasta is done, combine mixture with pasta.
  • Toss in cheese and vegetables.
  • Chill for at least 3 hours (or overnight if possible).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 176, Fat 13.2, SaturatedFat 8.1, Cholesterol 39.5, Sodium 412.9, Carbohydrate 7.3, Fiber 1, Sugar 4.6, Protein 7.8

SUPER VEGGIE SALAD WITH CREAMY ALMOND DRESSING



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I just bought a 3 pound bag of almonds from Sam's club and this dressing is a wonderful way to use them! I hope you enjoy! This dressing thickens up after sitting for a few minutes, so you could actually use less oil(3/4 cup) and the rest water or maybe apple juice and it would be just as good and less calories! The dressing also makes a great dip!

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 20m

Yield 2 1/4 cups dressing, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

6 tablespoons blanched almonds, chopped
6 tablespoons water
1/2 cup lemon juice, fresh juice plus
2 tablespoons fresh squeezed lemon juice
2 tablespoons honey
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 tablespoon fresh basil, minced
1/4 teaspoon dill
1/4 teaspoon fresh cracked black pepper
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1/2-1 cup canola oil (or vegetable oil)
kosher salt
1 1/2 cups small broccoli florets
1 cup thinly sliced mushroom
6 slices red onions
1 large ripe avocado, cubed
1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
2 cups grape tomatoes (or cherry)
1 head romaine lettuce or 1 head butter lettuce

Steps:

  • Dressing:.
  • Place the almonds and water into a blender or food proccesor and turn on high speed to purée. Add remaining ingredients, except for oil, and run to blend and whip thoroughly.
  • With the motor running, slowly pour in oil and run until the dressing is thick and creamy. (dressing can be prepared and refrigerated for up to 1 week.).
  • As stated in the description, you may use 3/4 cup oil and 1/4 cup water or apple juice(or liquid of choice) and get a little thinner dressing. Let sit for a few minutes to thicken up.
  • Salad:.
  • Put 1/2 cup of the dressing in the bottom of your salad bowl.
  • Add all ingredients, except lettuce, and toss to coat.
  • Serve:.
  • Put several lettuce leaves on each plate and add dressed salad. Serve extra dressing on the side. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 346.6, Fat 29.2, SaturatedFat 2.6, Sodium 218.7, Carbohydrate 21.9, Fiber 6.9, Sugar 9.1, Protein 5.6

SPRING VEGGIE SALAD WITH CREAMY AVOCADO RANCH



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A simple bed of spring baby greens holds sugar snap peas, sliced scallions, tender asparagus, tangy marinated artichoke hearts, and snappy radishes. A drizzle of garlicky avocado ranch and a sprinkle of sunflower seeds completes the scene.

Provided by Kare for Kitchen Treaty

Time 17m

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 small bunch asparagus (washed and cut into 2-inch sections (about 1/2 cup chopped))
4 cups spring baby greens (well-dried)
3 - 4 small radishes (sliced)
1/2 cup sugar snap peas (cut into 1/2-inch pieces)
4 - 5 green onions (sliced)
1 5.5 ounce jar artichoke hearts (drained)
Sunflower seeds
1 avocado (about 1 cup chopped)
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 cup Greek yogurt (I use 2% for this dressing, but whole-milk Greek yogurt or sour cream would work too)
1/3 cup milk
1 small garlic clove (finely minced)
1 tablespoon minced chopped scallions
1/4 cup minced fresh chives
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme (or 1/2 teaspoon fresh)
1/2 teaspoon salt + more to taste
Freshly ground black pepper
Couple dashes of Tabasco sauce (optional)

Steps:

  • Make the dressing. In a food processor, whir the avocado and lemon juice until smooth. Add the Greek yogurt, milk, and garlic and puree until completely blended. Add additional milk if you prefer a smoother dressing. Move mixture from food processor to a small bowl. Stir in the scallions, chives, parsley, thyme, salt, black pepper, and Tabasco if using. Taste and add additional salt and pepper if you like. Set aside.
  • Bring a medium saucepan half-full of water to a boil. Add asparagus pieces and cook for two minutes. Meanwhile, prepare a medium-size bowl with cold water and ice. Lift asparagus out of the water and immediately plunge into the cold water. This helps keep the asparagus from cooking any longer and keeps that nice, bright green color. Lay asparagus on paper towels to drain any excess water.
  • Place spring greens into a medium salad bowl. Top with asparagus, radishes, sugar snap peas, green onions, and artichoke hearts. Drizzle with ranch dressing and sprinkle with sunflower seeds. Serve.

CREAMY VEGGIE SALAD



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This delicious, low-fat recipe with its hint of horseradish has been a favorite for years. It's so refreshing on a hot summer day and always brings me compliments.-Gene Kelly, Fort Myers, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 cups fresh broccoli florets
4 cups fresh cauliflowerets
1 package (10 ounces) frozen peas, thawed
5 green onions, sliced
1/2 cup reduced-fat sour cream
1/2 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
1 to 2 tablespoons prepared horseradish
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the broccoli, cauliflower, peas and onions. In a small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Pour over vegetables and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for several hours or overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 109 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 235mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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