Salads for the week!

Here are some great ideas to get you through the week with healthy lunch options.  Make them in bulk and they will last for a couple of meals - ah, less preparation!  Or, make two servings and take to a co-worker!

Black eyed pea salad

1 can black eyed peas drained
1/2 cup pico de gallo
1/4 cup red peppers
1/4 cup celery diced
1/2 cup corn
1/4 cup red onion ( keep the pieces big so I get the flavor and pull them out before eating )
1 tbsp cilantro
dash of olive oil
pepper to taste

Combine all and chill 2 hours.

Pasta salad 

2 cups whole grain pasta cooked and chilled

1 cup cucumbers

1/2 cup fresh, diced tomatoes

1/2 cup diced green and red peppers

1 cup black beans

1/2 cup red onion

1/2 cup celery diced

add any other vegetables of choice (broccoli, cauliflour, corn)

2 tbsp light italian dressing

pepper to taste

Combine and toss.  Ready to serve or chill.

Garden salad with apples and strawberries

2 cups romaine lettuce in small pieces

1 cup iceberg shreds

1 cup sliced strawberries

1 cup sliced apples (any type) with skin

1/4 cup raw almonds or walnuts

2 tbsp lite raspberry vinaigrette or pear gorgonzola dressing

Combine and toss.  Ready to serve or chill (add dressing when ready to eat)