Watermelon is plenty sweet enough. Notice that watermelon salad recipes add savory elements to offset the sweet factor : feta cheese, tomato, parmesan. One of my favorite pairings is melon and tahini. Although this Sesame Watermelon Salad has a touch of honey, the earthy silkiness of sesame oil and crunch of water chestnuts both add up to savory. Continue reading
Careless fingers hit publish last evening instead of save. Thus, the new title must be Mango Basil Dressing because somewhere out there is an incomplete post sans pictures or recipe. Sigh. Continue reading
Caprese Salad is on menus year round and even better when the basil is fresh and homegrown. See how easy this Mini Caprese Salad is when feeding a crowd. No plating and no need for guests to messy up that pretty platter of tomato and mozzarella slices. This fast and easy salad uses a spoon for serving and all ingredients are tossed . Beauty prevails. Continue reading
Asparagus teaches me patience. Yes, we find this bright green harbinger of spring in supermarkets all year long. No, it does not taste the same in cold months. I am thrilled to welcome asparagus back. Continue reading
Here is simplicity for a hot summer day. Make this lemony salad dressing a day or two ahead. When you’re ready, grill the flat iron steak and slice it after resting. Scatter lettuce leaves across plates or platter, top with steak and drizzle with dressing. Simple meal, done. Continue reading
Picnic season is here. Backyard barbecue season is in full swing. Your task is to prepare a side dish. Preferably this side dish is one everyone can enjoy. That means vegan and gluten free. Here is the perfect easy side salad. In addition, this Sugar Snap Potato Salad makes a tasty base for all manner of grilled proteins. Continue reading
Crunchy, crispy, chewy and creamy. Do these words appeal to you? If yes, you’ll like this salad with four Cs. Crunchy carrots, crisp arugula, chewy pistachios and creamy burrata mozzarella. Toss with a red wine vinaigrette and get ready for a light lunch or dinner. Continue reading
Light meals are not just for warmer weather. Above all, we always crave colorful crunchy platters of protein loaded with fruits and veggies. Winter fruits and vegetables make lovely salads. Continue reading
The new year begins in less than two weeks. Are you ready? Got something fizzy for New Year’s Eve? The celebration is complete with good luck food on New Year’s Day. In past years I’ve published dishes with black eye peas, the southern symbol of good luck. They resemble little coins. Paired with something green and gold, the money symbolism inherent in these tasty peas is obvious. Continue reading
Spring salads lead to lighter eating for the upcoming summer season. It’s time to step away from heavy foods and crunch into bright, crispy seasonal fruits and vegetables. This Strawberry Sugar Snap Salad has plenty of color and crunch. Moreover, the heady Thai basil dressing and peanuts take this pretty salad in a more exotic direction. Continue reading