gardeners delight with RWV ranch

so, i'm heading up north again, this time to my family cabin for some more relaxation (i know what you're thinking, "God is she lazy") but before i do so, i wanted to give you a quick idea of something to throw together when those unexpected guests arrive OR when you just don't feel like grabbing some overpriced unhealthy snack from the store. 

it's like a garden on your plate, minus the dirt, of course.

serve this with a sesame mushroom vinaigrette, or with RWV ranch dressing...yummy.

 






gardeners delight

1 package of super firm tofu - grilled with olive oil
1 red onion - sliced
1 package of snow peas
1 package of cherry tomatoes
1 cucumber - sliced
6 radishes – sliced
1/2 bunch of fresh spinach
1 medium baguette - chopped into bite size pieces
olive oil
salt and pepper
sesame vinaigrette (of your choice) OR

                          

      RWV ranch

 1 1/2 cup dairy free mayo
 1 tbsp onion powder
 1 tsp garlic salt
 1 tbsp dill (optional)
 2 tbsp fresh chopped chives
 2 tbsp red wine vinegar (add more if you like a tangy taste)
 1 tsp celery salt
 1 tsp celery seed
  salt and pepper

                               

slice up your veggies and set to the side.  keep your tomatoes whole.  wash your spinach well, and wrap in a towel to remove excess moisture.

slice up your baguette into bite size pieces, toss with a little bit of olive oil, just to coat.  sprinkle with salt and pepper and throw into 375 degree oven until toasted.

slice your tofu into cutlets, coat with oil, a little salt and pepper and throw onto a 450 degree grill until browned on each side.  remove; once cooled slice into long strips (good for dipping).



for the ranch, combine all of your ingredients, in no particular order and mix very well. 
toss into the fridge to cool and thicken.

serve with a glass of pinot grigio.

enjoy!

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