Schools Recipes: Salad

Chef Salad Box
This tasty Chef Salad Box is perfect for mobile meals or convenient grab and go stations. Everett Public Schools provided this tried and true #Schoolmeal recipe.

Marinated Mushroom Salad
Your students are in for a treat when marinated mushroom salad is on the menu! A medley of mushrooms, vegetables, and basil marry Balsamic vinaigrette to deliver delicious flavor and texture. A #RealSchoolFood recipe shared by Portland Public Schools, OR.

Deli Roll Ups and Salad Grab & Go
Deli rollups, sometimes called pinwheels, are fun and perfect for lunch. Fresh vegetable sides complement the meal and add a nutritious punch. Serve with Italian dressing for added zest!

Classic Spinach Salad
Simple and fresh ingredients create a nourishing salad for students and staff alike. Fresh strawberries and mushrooms combine with Italian dressing for mouthwatering textures and flavors you won’t want to miss.

Pizza Salad
The best of both worlds! Crisp lettuce topped with all the pizza fixin’s – mushrooms, tomatoes, pepperoni, and mozzarella. This is a great grab and go meal and easily customizable for different veggies and sides. A #RealSchoolFood recipe shared by Gretna School District, NE.

Peppy Pasta Salad
Utilize your USDA Foods in this easy pasta salad recipe that can be a great side for countless entrees. Both fresh and frozen vegetables help save on prep time and food cost.

Lemon Parmesan Shaved Mushroom Salad
Tangy lemon, savory parmesan cheese, and sweet bell peppers combine with fresh mushrooms and parsley in this unique salad. With a light flavor profile, colorful eye appeal, and easy prep – this recipe is a win-win.

Marinated Italian Mushroom Salad
Marinating is a quick and easy way to add lots of flavor without a lot of time. Simply combine all ingredients and let the mixture marinate overnight for the flavors to develop. The result is a rich salad students will gobble up. For the Lake Region High School in Maine, the students love marinated mushrooms.

Asian Spinach Salad with Sliced Almonds
We’ve punched up this side salad with a zesty Asian dressing, fresh mushrooms, orange segments, and crunchy almonds.