u/designer130

I think my jade needs a hard prune. Any advice on how far back to go? Google says don’t prune more than 30% but I’ve seen way harder prunes than that in this sub!

It’s very leggy, I would like it to be more bushy, and definitely the one growing down has to go.

This is my obsession every spring to end of summer. I can pretty much eat this for any meal.

From bottom to top:

Tomatoes

Cucumber

Beets

Eggs

Avocado

Black beans

Sprinkled with radishes and green onions.

Top with feta or goat cheese (pic 2).

You can substitute eggs for any protein if your choice.

The dressing is what makes it for me!!

The dressing I use (not pictured) is a modified French vinaigrette. French vinaigrette has been my fav dressing for decades, but despite being healthy olive oil base, it’s still a dressing that is 90% olive oil, and when you like a saucy dressing with 3-4 tbsp of dressing, that’s just too much olive oil!

So here is my French vinaigrette modification. It honestly tastes so similar, and is so much easier to make (no need to emulsify!). I make a big jar that lasts over a week:

In a jar with lid, mix:

3/4 cup plain Greek yogurt (whatever fat you prefer)

1/4 cup olive oil

2 tablespoon Dijon mustard

3-4 tablespoons red wine vinegar (depending on your taste!)

1 crushed/minced garlic clove

Salt/pepper to taste

Close the lid, give it a thorough shake, and voila!!

If you love French vinaigrette, I highly recommend this recipe.