I had been planning all morning on coming home to a nice, big ‘ol smoothie for lunch, but as soon as I opened the fridge, it was the veggies that caught my eye. At first, I even thought I’d just cut up some fresh cukes on the side, but before I knew it, a salad was created.
The best part about it, EVERYTHING in this salad (well not the onions, but almost everything) came fresh from the Farmers Market this past Saturday. You could totally taste the freshness in every bite!
I topped some romaine lettuce with fresh cukes, tomato (a whole tomato!), the non-market onions, and some leftover corn on the cob. I had bought 4 ears of it on Saturday: Jay had 2, I had 1, and I cut the other ear off the cob to save for during the week. It was so sweet and tender! The corn definitely stole the show. ;)
I drizzled my salad with some Ken’s Lite Balsamic Vinaigrette dressing.
The nutrition stats aren’t too bad, but it’s definitely always been one of my favorites. You only need a little bit, it goes a long way!
I also ate one of the most delicious pieces of bread with lunch! Last night, my friend Kate brought me a piece of honey whole wheat bread that she had baked. YAY! I ended up spreading a little I Can’t Believe It’s Not Butter Light spread on it, but before I knew it, it had disappeared before I even had a chance to get my camera. Woops! :oops: It was DELICIOUS though Kate, THANKS! I can help take some that off of your hands whenever. :-D
Question for the Afternoon:
Would you rather eat corn “on the cob” or “off the cob?”
For the longest time, I always ate it off the cob, since I had braces and had to cut it off anyways. But now, it’s definitely on the cob, all the way!
peanutbutterfingers says
on the cob, baby!!! :) it feels more authentic or something. ;)
Allie (Live Laugh Eat) says
I love corn both ways but off the cob makes for no bits between my teeth! I hate flossing :)
Courtney says
Hahaha, it is annoying, isn’t it? :-P
Tina says
I love eating it both ways, but on the cob will always win out. Love fresh corn! Heck, I love fresh veggies in general.
Jen is Green says
I’m one of those people that cut corn off the cob before eating it! I’m a wuss!
christina says
such a fresh salad! i like it both ways!
erica says
i like it both ways…but there’s always something fun about eating it off the cob!
Shanna, like Banana says
On the cob…do you know that scene in Big when Tom Hanks eats the mini-corn like corn on the cob. Love it.
I’m also a big fan of Ken’s..I have the same dressing in my fridge right now!
Britta says
Mmm beautiful perfect healthy nutritious lunch! Well done, my dear, well done :D
Astrid says
That looks like such a yummy and delicious salad! So bright and colorful. I see you are attending the Healthy Living Summit. Me too!
Courtney says
Awesome! Hopefully we’ll get a chance to meet up! :)
Hillary [Nutrition Nut on the Run] says
That salad is beautiful! I loveee corn – any way is good by me : )