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Bacon and Brussel Sprout Salad Recipe. I’m sneaking bites of brussel sprout salad from the fridge every 3 minutes.

Bacon and Brussel Sprout Salad Recipe

I think that means I’m a grown up now. Brussel sprouts in and of themselves are kind of fun, but really, how fun are shaved brussel sprouts? This salad is full of fun things. Mediterranean Chickpea Salad Recipe. Transport yourself to the Mediterranean with this chickpea salad made with veggies, fresh herbs, and a tangy oregano vinaigrette.

Mediterranean Chickpea Salad Recipe

This vibrant bean salad is bursting with color and flavor! Tender chickpeas join forces with marinated artichokes, sweet tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, briny olives, and feta, plenty of fresh herbs, and a tangy oregano vinaigrette. It’s as wholesome as it is satisfying and sure to fit the bill for lunch or even dinner when you’re craving something totally feel-good.

German potato salad, Dallas style. Rice Cooker Spanish Rice Recipe. The recipe is too much for my older rice cooker so I made it on the stove in a large sauce pan. it was very difficult to keep the rice from sticking-- if I made it again I would cut the chili powder and cumin in half.

Rice Cooker Spanish Rice Recipe

Just OK. This WILL NOT work in an 8 cup rice cooker. We transferred it to the stove but it couldn't be salvaged. I give it 3 stars because it has potential. We are going to cut the recipe in half and try it again. I used brown rice instead of white, took forever to get soft. Watermelon and Snap Pea Salad Recipe. I serve this refreshing and unexpectedly savory summer salad whenever I want to make a good impression—like the time I first met my partner’s family (they still talk about it!).

Watermelon and Snap Pea Salad Recipe

I love the way the sweetness of perfectly ripe melon is carried by the Taiwanese black vinegar, which delivers deep complexity and subtle fruity notes. Chicken and Wild Rice Salad recipe. Oven Roasted Mushrooms Recipe - No Spoon Necessary. Asian Ramen Slaw (Easy, 10 Minute Recipe) - A Pinch of Healthy. Asian Cabbage Salad with Peanut Dressing – WellPlated.com. Cabbage is having a bit of a moment right now, and I feel as if I’ve been waiting for it all along.

Asian Cabbage Salad with Peanut Dressing – WellPlated.com

This Asian Cabbage Salad with peanut dressing is light and bright, filling, and has been adding a burst of life to my lunch routine. While we usually think of cabbage as bland or a part of a heavy spread (St. Patrick’s Day; German cuisine), this vibrant salad proves that cabbage can be bright and even fun. Asian cabbage salad is playful. It’s got crunch and zip and layers of texture from ingredients like red bell peppers, edamame, and almonds. I have long felt a tenderness towards under-appreciated vegetables like cabbage (hence the respectable collection of healthy cabbage recipes you’ll find here), but I recognize that most of us probably only think about cabbage when tasked with making coleslaw for the company picnic, or at least until recently.

Something in the world of cooking with cabbage has changed. Everyday Cabbage Salad. A terrific, highly versatile Everyday Cabbage Salad.

Everyday Cabbage Salad

Think of it like Coleslaw – minus the mayo dressing. THE BEST Warm German Potato Salad {with Bacon} Homemade Whole Wheat Pasta - JoyFoodSunshine. Barley Recipe with Roasted Vegetables. Addictive Asian Cabbage Salad Recipe - Sunkissed Kitchen. Jeweled Carrot Salad with Apple and Pomegranate Recipe. Photography Credit: Elise Bauer Come fall, our pomegranate tree is heavy with cheerful red poms, and the kitchen table is covered with the fruit in various stages of de-seeding.

Jeweled Carrot Salad with Apple and Pomegranate Recipe

My mother has mastered the art of tasting pomegranate seeds by the way. When she finds a particularly sweet batch, she saves it for eating (versus juicing) and walks around with a bowl filled with the arils, insisting that we try them. Pomegranate seeds show up in almost everything we make this time of year. On our breakfast cereal. Nicoise Salad Recipe. *Marinate tuna steaks in a little olive oil for an hour.

Nicoise Salad Recipe

Heat a large skillet on medium high heat, or place on a hot grill. Cook the steaks 2 to 3 minutes on each side until cooked through. 1 Make vinaigrette: In a jar, place the oil, lemon juice or vinegar, shallots, herbs, and mustard. Baked Barley Risotto With Mushrooms and Carrots Recipe. The Best Creamy Parmesan Salad Dressing. Healthy Greek Yogurt Ranch Dressing. Jalapeño cheese grits. Crunchy Cabbage Salad With Bacon Recipe. Mexican Three Bean Salad.

Freekeh, an ancient grain, is a modern must-have. Pepper Parmesan Salad Dressing Recipe. Cheese Grits Recipe - Amber Huffman. Sauteed Mushrooms With Red Wine Recipe - Genius Kitchen. Roasted Tomato Caprese Salad. Caprese 2.0 Serves 2 to 4.

Roasted Tomato Caprese Salad

Note: This simple dish of peak season tomatoes, peppers, basil and fresh cheese satisfies even the most sophisticated palate. Roasting thin strips of lemon in with the vegetables adds a little crunch and infuses the olive oil with citrusy notes. From Beth Dooley. • 1 pint (2 c.) mixed cherry tomatoes • 2 to 3 bell peppers • 5 to 6 long, thin strips fresh lemon peel • 1/4 c. extra-virgin olive oil • 4 to 5 oz. fresh mozzarella, drained and sliced • Fresh basil for garnish • Drizzle of fresh lemon juice • Sprinkle of coarse sea salt Directions Preheat oven to 400 degrees. If the tomatoes are large, cut in half.

Halve the peppers, remove the veins and seeds and cut into 2-inch chunks. In a large bowl, toss the tomatoes, peppers, and lemon peel with enough oil to generously coat. Arrange the mozzarella on a platter or individual plates, then top with the vegetables and citrus; garnish with the basil. Nutrition information per serving: Calories 210. Mediterranean Potato Salad Recipe. This recipe makes a large batch of potato salad, perfect for a picnic or potluck.

Add a couple more glugs of vinegar – fauxtudor

You can easily cut the ingredients in half if you want a more moderate amount of potato salad.

Mediterranean Potato Salad Recipe

Ingredients 4 pounds small new potatoes or fingerling potatoes, scrubbed cleanSalted water (1 1/2 teaspoons salt for every quart of water) for cooking the potatoes1 pound of fresh, tender green beans, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces (4 cups prepped green beans)3 large roasted red bell peppers*, core removed, flesh cut into 2 x 1/4-inch strips (about 2 cups, or a 16 ounce jar, drained)3/4 cup minced red onion1 cup minced, pitted Kalamata and green olives (mini-chopper works well for this)A large handful of fresh Italian parsley leaves, roughly choppedA large handful of fresh baby arugula leaves Dressing: 2 Tbsp whole grain mustard1/3 cup red wine vinegar1 teaspoon dried tarragon (or herbes de provence)1/2 teaspoon salt1/3 cup olive oil Method 3 While the potatoes and green beans are cooking, make the vinaigrette.

Maple Vinaigrette - Mommy's Home Cooking. This Maple Vinaigrette Tastes amazing!! Cucumbers in Cream Recipe. Baked Sweet Corn. Wild Rice Salad with Corn, Blueberries, and Almonds Recipe. Dressing Whisk garlic, lemon juice, vinegar, sugar, and curry powder in a small bowl to combine. Whisking constantly, gradually add oil until emulsified; season with salt and pepper. Do Ahead: Dressing can be made 3 days ahead. Cover and chill. Bring to room temperature before serving. Cole Slaw Recipe : Robert Irvine. Sesame and Cilantro Vermicelli Salad Recipe. Print Is it hot where you are? We’ve had an unseasonably cool several days, but the weather reports assure us that that’s about to change. The Best Smashed Potato Salad - The Suburban Soapbox.

One tsp kosher salt in salad is suffucient. May need a bit of cream to thin sauce – fauxtudor

Moroccan Carrot & Chickpea Salad. 5 stars based on 19 votes Share on TwitterShare on FacebookShare on Pinterest Fragrant spices, bright colors, sweet and savory flavors — this Moroccan salad is a feast for the senses. It’s essentially an exotic twist on the classic carrot-raisin salad, yet you don’t need any exotic ingredients to make it. The magic is made with spices you likely already have in your spice cabinet. Thousand Island Dressing II Recipe. Pinto bean and hominy salad. Since I don’t have a backyard in New York, I’ve always had to rely on the kindness of others when it comes to outdoor dining. Fortunately, however, I have friends with yards who enjoy inviting people to their homes for smoked briskets, sausage, and ribs.

Since you can’t arrive empty handed I have long learned that a good side dish is always welcome, and this time of year I’m making them often. While I do have my old favorites that are always appreciated, I’m always looking for new ones to keep things interesting for both my friends and me. While I have a lot of recipes to choose from, sometimes I’ll find myself throwing stuff together at the last minute, hoping that it works.

But this is the beauty with salads—as long as the components complement each other, it’s hard to go wrong. A Divine (and EASY) Holiday Dish. The Thanksgiving holiday weekend is officially over, I'm back to work and routines, but the leftovers in the fridge are a tasty reminder of the feast we had on Thursday. The whole spread was magnificent, but my favorite part of any holiday meal is Yorkshire pudding. Rice Cakes. Mexican Rice. Beans and rice. Apples and greens. Easy Oven Polenta — Shockingly Delicious. Print This Post I’m not much for standing at the stove for 40 minutes, stirring things. Basil Pesto Recipe : Food Network Kitchens. Curry rice with creme fraiche.

Tabbouleh. Spaetzle recipe from Betty Crocker. Strawberry and Spinach Salad with Herbs and Goat Cheese. User reviews made it? Cranberry and Walnut Coleslaw Recipe.