Heirloom Tomato and Peach Salad made from nature’s heirloom tomatoes of all colors mixed with juicy ripe peaches and creamy avocado is a treat for the eyes and palate. Add a little fresh basil with a squeeze of fresh lemon and some olive oil and you have a spectacular Summer […]
Course: Salad
Heirloom Tomato and Bleu Cheese Salad
I wait all year for these indescribably delicious heirloom tomatoes. Yes, in this era of perpetual availability of all fruits and vegetables, there still is a special unique flavor to produce in its natural season. Tomatoes fall into this category. To me, there is nothing more delicious and satisfying than […]
Cole Slaw with Lime Juice
I love making this Cole Slaw with Lime Juice with Napa Cabbage. The ruffled edges and pale green color of the cabbage looks so inviting. Of course, you can use a regular green cabbage with no problem.This Cole Slaw with Lime Juice has no mayo. It’s crunchy light and delicious. […]
Balsamic Vinaigrette
I love this Balsamic Vinaigrette because it has enough body to be a great dipping sauce for artichokes and is light enough to enhance every salad. It is also a terrific marinade for chicken or tofu. If you prefer a mustard flavor, click on the link for Mustard Vinaigrette. Prep […]
Israeli Salad
This colorful, light salad that is seen in Israel on every breakfast, lunch and dinner buffet, has become so well known the world over; that is is simply called Israeli Salad. This salad goes with everything. From adding it to Falafel to spreading it over Schnitzel, Israeli Salad adds color […]
Endive Salad
This Endive Salad is special because the endive is mixed with blood orange, avocado and chioggia beets. It is not just white but has both beautiful colors and contrasting textures.? When I saw the rainbow sweet Chioggia beets, I imagined them with juicy, mildly acidic blood red oranges, pale green […]
Orange Salad with Onion, Avocado and Olives
Color, texture, flavor- this Turkish inspired Orange Salad with Onion, Avocado and Olives has it all. Sumac adds an intriguing fruity sour note. The cumin and thyme add earthiness; and the mint adds freshness. Orange Salad lends itself to multiple ways of serving. You can toss it together in a […]
Cucumber Salad
The secret to having Cucumber Salad taste like it just came from the garden is in the salting. Draining the excess water from the cucumbers before you marinate them helps the cucumbers absorb the flavor of the sugar and vinegar. Loads of fresh dill puts Cucumber Salad over the top! […]
Watermelon Feta Salad
Watermelon Feta Salad combines the flavors of sweet, juicy watermelon with that of salty, dry Feta. It is a match made in foodie heaven. Add blueberries and toasted pine nuts and you’ve got a beautiful light Summer salad. Isn’t it nice when there is absolutely no actual cooking involved? Just […]
Carrot Salad
Carrot Salad, made with purple, orange and white carrots shredded and tossed with lemon juice and sugar; it doesn’t get simpler than that. Prep time: 10 minutes