50+ Lifestyles

Cucumber Salad

• 2 lbs of thinly sliced cucumber
• 1 small red onion, sliced to your preference
• 5 Tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 1 Tbsp granulated sugar
• 4 tsp salt
• 1 tsp ground black pepper
• 2 Tbsp chopped chives

Directions:

1. Combine cucumber, onion, vinegar, salt, sugar and pepper. Toss gently, refrigerate for at least one hour before serving.
2. Stir in chives before serving.

Taco Salad

• 1 lb ground beef (lean is best)
• 1/4 packet taco seasoning
• 1 (15-ounce) black beans
• 1/2 bag (12 ounce) nacho-cheese-flavored chips
• 1 medium tomato, diced
• 1/2 c shredded cheese
• 1/2 c Catalina salad dressing

Directions:

1. Cook ground beef and mix taco seasoning according to instructions on the packet.
2. Cook black beans according to instructions on the can.
3. Mix taco meat, beans, crushed chips, tomatoes, lettuce, cheese, and dressing. Serve.

Strawberry Spinach Salad

Dressing:

• 1/2 C extra-virgin olive oil
• 1/4 C lemon juice, I prefer fresh
• 3 Tbsp honey
• 1 Tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 1 Tbsp poppy seeds
• 2 tsp dijon mustard

Salad:

• 10 oz baby spinach
• 1 lb strawberries, quartered
• 1 1/2 c chopped pecans, toasted are best
• 4 oz crumbled cheese of your choice

Directions:

1. Dressing: Mix all the ingredients together very well and set aside.
2. Salad: Add spinach to a large bowl and top with strawberries, pecans, and cheese.
3. Drizzle with dressing and leave the remainder on the side for those who prefer more dressing.

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