My sister Denise introduced me to this satisfying salad, good for lunch or dinner, especially in the springtime when the spinach is tender and fresh. Tortellini, Spinach, and Artichoke Salad Cook according to package instructions (or just 2-3 minutes): 1 pound fresh tortellini Drain and combine in a large bowl with: 8 ounces baby spinach, […]
Salad Meals
Cucumber, Tomato, Red Onion and Herb Salad
Sep 16, 2021
It’s late summer, and my garden is producing cucumbers and tomatoes galore. It’s a perfect time to make this salad. Cucumber, Tomato and Red Onion Salad Peel stripes on: About ¾ pound of cucumbers Dice them into ¼ -inch pieces. Combine in a bowl with: ¼ – ½ red onion, also diced into ¼ -inch pieces1 […]
Asian Salad Customized
Feb 20, 2021
A great winter choice, customize this salad based on what you like and what’s in the refrigerator. I love the crunch of those chow mien noodles on top. Asian Salads Customized Layer […]
Tangerine Cranberry Salad
Jan 24, 2021
This pretty and ridiculously simple salad takes minutes to make. Your children and salad-avoiding adults will eat the fruit and at least a few lettuce leaves, with only a little encouragement. Tangerine Cranberry Salad Arrange on a plate or in a bowl: Lettuce leaves, whole or torn in bite-size piecesTangerine segments, whole or cut in […]
White Bean Caprese Salad
Dec 20, 2020
I’ve been eating salads for lunch as a holiday/pandemic weight-gain-prevention strategy. With beans and cheese for protein, and a balsamic dressing for great taste, this one keeps me satisfied until dinnertime. White Bean Caprese Salad In a bowl, gently toss together: 1 head of leaf lettuce, torn into pieces1 (14-ounce) can white beans (such as […]
Mediterranean Salad and Grain Bowl
Nov 28, 2020
Choose whatever ingredients you like for this salad and grain bowl. These are suggestions only — although I do recommend this lemon dressing. Arrange the ingredients separately in the bowl or mix them altogether. Cook according to package directions: 1 cup brown rice, quinoa or mixed whole grains Roast or boil until tender: 1-2 red […]
Pear Fig Manchego Salad
Oct 26, 2020
My guests, even those who have never eaten a dried fig, love this salad. It’s simple, beautiful, and delicious. Pear Fig Manchego Salad In a large bowl, mix: 1 head of lettuce or mixed greens, torn into bite-size pieces Layer on top in a concentric circle, One red pear, cored and sliced Scatter on top: […]
Apricot, Radicchio & Sunflower Seed Salad
Sep 13, 2020
Fresh apricots, peaches and nectarines are beautiful additions to green salads, especially with purple lettuce or radicchio included for color. Apricot, Radicchio and Sunflower Seed Salad Mix together in a salad bowl: Green lettuce, torn into bite-sized piecesRadicchio or purple-leaf lettuce, coarsely choppedApricots, peaches, or nectarines cut into bite-sized piecesSunflower seeds (or other seeds) shelled Top […]
Green Bean, Feta and Pistachio Salad
Aug 3, 2020
Green beans and tomatoes are ripening in my garden, so it’s time for this salad. Serve it as a summertime main dish with thick slices of your favorite bread. Green Bean, Feta and Pistachio Salad Green Beans – Bring to a boil a large pot of salted water. Add: 1 pound green beans, with ends snapped off […]
Panzanella Salad
Apr 13, 2020
This salad looks different every time I make it, depending on what ingredients are in the fridge and garden. So change it up however you like. The only must is the “pane”– bread in Italian. Panzanella Heat oven to 425 degrees. Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper. Toss together: 3 cups ciabatta or […]