New England Winter Salad Inspiration

New Englanders who want to eat local during the winter typically go straight for richly braised meats, roasted root vegetables and juicy fruits baked into warm crumbles. But come January, when you may be looking to work some greens back into your diet, there’s no need to despair…you can still have an all local winter salad. Leave it to Little Leaf Farms to spruce up your seasonal cooking repertoire with locally grown lettuce that makes for amazing winter salads (the shorter the distance from farm to plate, the better the taste!). With a greenhouse located in Devens, MA, they’re able to grow and deliver the freshest baby greens year-round so you can satisfy your lighter cravings this season without sacrificing New England flavor. Just grab your salad tongs and toss together some of these favorite recipes from the folks at Little Leaf Farms.

It’s no secret that New Englanders like ‘dem apples, so you’re bound to love this salad. The fresh leafy greens and apples add a crisp crunch, while a locally sourced blue cheese can lend a creamy tang.

Apple Walnut Salad

  • Balsamic + Olive oil
  • Apples, cored and sliced (Any will work but some varieties are more crunchy and don’t brown too quickly. We recommend: Honeycrisp, Fuji or Pink Lady)
  • Blue cheese, crumbled
  • Red onion, thinly sliced
  • Walnuts

Got leftover roasted squash? Toss it in hot or cold and you’ll have yourself a hearty winter salad that adds a freshness to those winter time tubers.

Roasted Vegetable Salad

  • Miso Chili Vinaigrette (take a peek at the Vibrant Vinaigrettes from: Salad Pro Tips)
  • Roasted acorn squash, diced or sliced
  • Fried shallots
  • Toasted pumpkin seeds

Beat the cold weather blues this season with beets and whip up a colorful salad that’s as appealing as it tastes.

Winter Crunch Salad

  • Lemony Tahini Dressing (find the formula at: Salad Pro Tips)
  • Golden and red beets, thinly sliced
  • Fennel, thinly sliced
  • Croutons
  • Optional: Pomegranate seeds

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