I’m always looking for a “silver lining” when I’m inconvenienced or when things just don’t seem to be going my way. Recently, I found that silver lining in a major road construction project that closed a through-fare that I frequented on my daily jaunt back and forth to work. Because of the construction, a detour took me down a winding country road that was quite scenic as the fall landscape was beautiful. Tucked in among the oak trees and farm land sat a roadside farm stand that was bursting at the seams with an abundance of cool weather vegetables, plump ripe tomatoes, and an assortment of peppers. The entire front yard displayed a sea of beautiful orange pumpkins where families strolled to pick out a few of their favorites. I had my eyes on the butternut squash as I pulled my vehicle to the side of the road. Hand written prices were scrawled on a mini chalkboard that was propped up against the old wooden flat bed wagon. A tin can was laid out for patrons to square up their bill and honestly leave the amount due. It was like a blast from the past. I was thrilled to have found this quiet piece of paradise alongside the road construction and the hectic traffic of the day.
Arriving home, I searched the web for a delicious looking recipe where I could use my butternut squash. I stumbled on this salad in a jar recipe and immediately gathered the ingredients I would need for the colorful dish. I chose this recipe because of the maple syrup in the dressing. We tapped our trees this past spring and I wanted to use our own maple syrup with the other dressing ingredients. I made a few slight changes to the recipe… Instead of pepitas, I used sunflower seeds and instead of the quinoa, I used couscous. I used a container of field greens for the salad mix. This is a delicious recipe that I will be sure to make again. Here’s the link for this “Fall Mason Jar Salad with Maple Balsamic Dressing”…
https://www.spoonfulofflavor.com/2015/09/14/fall-mason-jar-salad-with-maple-balsamic-dressing/
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I look for silver linings everywhere too 😊 It’s a good way to make the most out of life regardless of what it throws at you 😊
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I like the way you think! Thanks for your valued comment. Enjoy your day!😊
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Oh wow this looks yummy! Thanks for sharing!
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You are quite welcome. Lots of texture and flavor in this recipe. I’m glad to have found it.
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Also the link for the recipe does not work…
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Thanks for letting me know, Emily. I thought I had used the “link” tool correctly but I guess it’s not working properly. I added the link manually. It should work now. Thanks again!
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YAY!
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I like the way you think! Thanks for your valued comment. Enjoy your day!😊
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Salad in a jar has to be the best invention haha! Great post, love your blog.
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Indeed! Salad or oatmeal in a jar are two of my favorites! Thanks for your valued comment, Clare!
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Oatmeal in a jar! I used to do that all the time – you can make the best bircher muesli over night with some porridge, juice and a glass jar 🙂
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Oh so delicious! Thanks for reminding me to make a batch for my family… all the kids will be coming home from college for the holiday…
Have a great day, Clare!
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What a lovely meal to come home to!! You too Linda ❤
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You are so positive. This would be terrific w/ Apple slivers
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Yep, the recipe calls for Granny Smith apples. They add a sour bite and a crunchy texture to the mix! 😊
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