Odds & Ends Salad

Turn odds and ends from your fridge into a fresh, colorful salad! It's a great way to use up small bits of leftover produce.

Ingredients:

• Any leafy greens (lettuce, spinach, arugula, kale, cabbage) - mix them together for added texture and flavor
• 1 cup assorted chopped veggies (bell peppers, cucumbers, shredded carrots, cabbage, etc.)
• ½ cup fruit (apple slices, berries, dried cranberries, etc.)
• ¼ cup nuts or seeds (almonds, sunflower seeds, pecans)
• ¼ cup cheese (feta, blue cheese, shredded cheddar)
• ½ cup protein (grilled chicken, hard-boiled eggs, chickpeas—optional)
• Dressing of choice (balsamic vinaigrette, ranch, honey mustard, etc.) 

Out of dressing? Whip up your own using this simple, customizeable recipe for homemade vinaigrette.

Instructions:

1. Chop everything into bite-sized pieces.
2. Toss greens, veggies, fruit, and protein in a large bowl.
3. Sprinkle with nuts, seeds, and cheese.
4. Drizzle with dressing and toss to coat.
5. Enjoy immediately.

What's your favorite pantry clearout recipe? Let us know in the comments!