Description This is a fantastic light salad, perfect for the dog days of summer. It’s gorgeous and delicious! I had it at a wonderful restaurant in Napa, CA and went home to try to duplicate it myself. Have it for lunch or as a beginning to your summer dinner. Ingredients 2 mangos – peeled, seeded, … Read more
Description This easy to prepare noodle salad has plenty of seeds, nuts, greens, chicken, and vegetables. Ingredients 1 (3 ounce) package ramen noodle pasta, crushed 2 tablespoons butter, melted ½ cup sunflower seeds ½ cup pine nuts 3 cups shredded bok choy 5 green onions, thinly sliced 1 cup diced, cooked chicken breast meat 1 … Read more
Description Cold black bean salad with a bite! It makes a great side dish for any Mexican or Southwestern dish. This recipe has become a healthy favorite in our family. Adjust the amount of serrano pepper to suit your spice tolerance. Ingredients 2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, rinsed and drained 2 tomatoes, finely chopped … Read more
Description This delicious summer salad is made with fresh red bell peppers and creamy feta. Great with a slice of crispy bread. You can also use a mix of bell peppers. Ingredients 4 red bell peppers, sliced 1 (8 ounce) package crumbled feta cheese 1 onion, finely chopped 6 tablespoons olive oil 6 tablespoons balsamic … Read more
Description Fresh herbs and lemon juice give this cheese tortellini the refreshing flavor of summer. It is a wonderful dish for picnics. Ideas for variations: garbanzo beans, green peas, grated carrots, and/or broccoli flowerets. Ingredients 16 ounces cheese-filled tortellini 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced ½ cup chopped green bell pepper 1 onion, thinly sliced … Read more
Description Economical with a Mexican flair. Easy, easy, easy! Ingredients 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained 2 avocados – peeled, pitted, and cut into small cubes 1 (8.75 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained 1 small red bell pepper, diced ¾ cup picante sauce ½ cup chopped cilantro ¼ yellow onion, diced … Read more
Description Want to try a new and completely different potato salad? Then look no further. The ingredients – bok choy, cilantro, soy sauce and sesame oil – blend together beautifully to give a unique Asian slant to a potato salad. Ingredients 4 slices bacon, crisply cooked and crumbled 6 new red potatoes 1 ⅓ cups mayonnaise … Read more
Description I use this recipe when I have leftover ham. It’s simple, quick, and delicious; not to mention the easy clean up! You can also add a little shredded Cheddar cheese or American cheese, if desired. Serve on sandwiches or with crackers as an appetizer. Ingredients 3 cups cubed fully cooked ham ½ onion, cut … Read more
Description This is a wonderful salad with a fabulous dressing. A true crowd pleaser! Ingredients ¼ cup diced red onion ⅔ cup white sugar 1 teaspoon ground black pepper ½ teaspoon celery salt 1 tablespoon mustard powder 1 cup vegetable oil ⅓ cup white wine vinegar 4 eggs 10 ounces fresh spinach – chopped, washed … Read more
Description This is a common cold noodle salad in Japan, and always great to eat when the weather is hot. Enjoy! Ingredients 3 tablespoons soy sauce 2 tablespoons white sugar 3 tablespoons white vinegar 5 tablespoons chicken stock 1 teaspoon sesame oil ½ teaspoon chili oil (Optional) 2 (3 ounce) packages ramen noodles 1 egg, … Read more