Salad is a nice alternative to sandwiches for lunch. It can be packed in a paper cup, covered with a double layer of wax paper that is held in place with a rubber band. The addition of some cubes of leftover ham to this classic salad makes it a good main dish for a packed lunch.
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 tablespoon corn syrup
1 tablespoon finely chopped green bell pepper
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 cups coarsely grated carrots
½ cup cooked ham, cut into ½-inch pieces
4 leaves lettuce, rinsed and crisped, optional
Combine the mayonnaise, corn syrup, bell pepper, and black pepper in a medium bowl. Fold in carrots and ham.
Divide carrot mixture onto 4 salad plates lined with lettuce, if desired, or pack for lunch box.
4 Servings
“Include in every lunch box the essentials of a well balanced meal: protein such as eggs, fish, cheese or meat; milk in some form, vegetables, fruits and enriched bread or other whole grain cereal. This will insure the luncher against deficiencies of vitamins, minerals and proteins so necessary for vigorous bodies and active minds.”—Coupon Cookery, 1943