Do you salad?

Two days ago, my friend Courtney and I got together for dinner at her house.  She offered

to serve me lasagna and I gladly accepted!  Before I went following the smell of cheese and meat all the way to her house, I sent her a text message and said 'would you like me to bring salad over?'  She replied 'Sure!' I quickly put together 2 salads, both with red onion and Gorgonzola cheese crumble.  I wanted to add tomatoes and bacon bits .. but RATS..I was out of both.  She liked the variety together and commented on how she loved the cheese.  I was delighted.

Being a salad fan for my years, I have learned that variety is important so you do not get bored when making healthy choices.  My sister always comments on how I have 'collection of 12+ dressings' in my fridge alone.  Also, now being Type 1, a salad is very appealing to my gut since it usually does not require taking my insulin.  (The dressing is usually always considered a fat)  

To add to that, a salad does not have to be boring at all.  Putting it together is almost a form of artwork - with the pretty colors of green, purple, red, and orange.  Did I mention the best part .. CHEESE!  A sprinkle of feta, Gorgonzola, or goat cheese can really set that flavor off.  So, very delicious, healthy and satisfying?  There's feather in your cap!!