The Secret Ingredient To My Favorite Salad

I'm letting this delicious salad marinate for later this afternoon - can’t wait! I made this salad over the long weekend, and I'm already ready to eat it again. I tucked into this dish after spending an afternoon splashing around in the sun at the river. We usually bring a few snacks with us to the water, but inevitably, we all turn up back at the house several hours later, absolutely famished. This salad was the perfect combination of carbs, proteins, and refreshing greens. It filled me up without weighing me down!

There a million different ways to make an incredible salad, but this one ranks at the top of my list. I think it's that amazing combination of vegetables and tangy, sweet spices. There are a few staples to this salad that make it exceptionally good, and I'll be sharing those, but there's also a truly fantastic "secret ingredient" that I want to share with you all, because I don't think too may people know about it! 

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For The Base: With a base of riced cauliflower, and all the colorful crunchy veggies you care to add, this salad is sure to be a hit. What makes it special is the fresh, zingy dressing that just gets better the longer it marinates the veggies...

For The Dressing: I use lime juice, a dash of olive oil, flavored vinegar, mint, cilantro, garlic, and my secret ingredient that adds wow - the Fruit Chaat seasoning. A couple of tablespoons added to the dressing makes it amazing. ​

If this is a seasoning you've never heard of, don't be afraid to venture outside the usual and try it! It's not a common item in most households, but it IS in mine. Fruit Chaat seasoning takes most salads to the next level. If you're feeling adventurous this week, give it a shot!