Tag: salad

  • Peas, Potatoes and Yuerba Buena Harissa

    Peas, Potatoes and Yuerba Buena Harissa

    Serves 4 An accidental combination of the best kind, this dish is inspired by Salatata Batata al Tunis (Tunisian Potato Salad), and uses some of the fresh and vibrant local ingredients that I found here in Ecuador;  baby potatoes, peas , spicy red chilies and yerba Buena.  The spice mixture is a little plainer in…

  • Arabic Salad

    Arabic Salad

    Serves 6 The secret to success of this classic Middle Eastern recipe is small/tiny uniform pieces. They catch the flavors better and ensure the exceptional fresh taste with the prefect ratio of flavors! Each region has their own variation of this recipe, my favorite is probably the Lebanese version which is very herbaceous. Ingredients 4…

  • Stone Barns Winter Greenhouse Salad with Toasted Black Quinoa & Buttermilk Herb Ranch

    Combine your favorite greens and vegetables and toss with fresh herbal buttermilk ranch.  Toast some black quinoa and sprinkle on top ( Toasted Quinoa- place in a skillet on high heat and let roll around in the pan until toasted about 2 minutes) Buttermilk Herb Ranch Makes approx 1 ½ cups Ingredients ½ cup mayonnaise…

  • Heirloom Tomato Pico de Gallo

    Makes 3 cups Ingredients 2 cups heiloom cherry tomatoes, chopped fine ½ cup white onion, chopped very fine ½ cup red bell pepper, chopped very fine ½ cup cilnatro leaves 1-2 jalapeño peppers, chopped fine and deseeded 1 teaspoon cumin Juice of 3-4 limes Salt Directions Mix all ingredients in a medium mixing bowl until…

  • Kale and Apple Salad with Walnut-Herb Dressing

    Serves 6 This is an amazing take on the classic waldorf salad, its modern and sassy and showcases the earthy flavors of kale! Ingredients 3 cups raw kale (purple or lacinato), jullianned ½ cup celery, sliced thin 2 tart apples, cored and chopped small ½ cup walnuts, toasted and chopped coarse, plus 2 tablespoons chopped…

  • Meyer Lemon Chicken Salad Sandwiches

    Serves 4 Ingredients ½ cup créme fraiche Juice and zest of 1 Meyer lemon ¼ cup of chopped parsley, chives and basil (in total) Pinch of salt and pepper 1 cup of roasted chicken, cubed or shredded Directions Mix ½ cup créme fraiche and the juice and zest of one Meyer lemon together with ¼…

  • Israeli Chopped Salad

    Serves 4 The secret to success of this recipe is small/tiny uniform pieces. They catch the flavors better and ensure the exceptional fresh taste with the prefect ratio of flavors! Ingredients 4 small Israeli cucumbers or 2 euro cucumbers, peeled and chopped fine (tiny cubes) 2 medium sized roma tomatoes, chopped fine (tiny cubes) ½…

  • Roasted Beets Goat Cheese & Farro Salad

    Serves 6 Ingredients 3 medium roasted beets, chopped large 1 cup farro, cooked 1 cup baby arugula or wild arugula leaves 1 medium roasted red onion, chopped 1 tablespoon fresh mint, chopped fine 1/2 cup orange juice 1/4 extra virgin olive oil 3 tablespoons champagne vinegar 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon black pepper 3/4 cup…

  • Icelandic Herb & Moss Salad with Buttermilk Dressing

    Serves 12 Ingredients For the dressing 2 cups buttermilk 1 teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juice 1 garlic clove, peeled 1 sprig dill, finely chopped ¼ cup grapeseed oil Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste For serving A variety of Icelandic flowers, herbs and moss that could include purslane, wood sorrel, dill, Icelandic moss,…

  • Creamy Farro Salad with Shaved Fennel, Beets and Radishes

    Serves 4 Farro is the Tuscan name for spelt, a hard brown wheat traditionally eaten in Tuscany, Italy. Farro looks similar to short grain brown rice, and has a nutty, earthy taste. Farro’s chewy texture holds up even after long cooking. Because of its hard texture, it’s good to soak farro overnight in order to…

  • Shaved Summer Squash Salad with Chili and Mint and Toasted Pine Nuts

    Serves 6-9 Ingredients 4-5 Summer Squash, cut into ribbons (using a mandolin) 1 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped ¼ cup olive oil 1 tablespoon lemon zest 2 cloves garlic, chopped superfine 2 tablespoons fresh red chili, deseeded and chopped superfine 4 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted Directions In a mixing bowl mix together the squash, garlic,…

  • Chilled Cucumber Raita with Mustard Seeds

    Makes approximately 4 cups Ingredients 2 tablespoons of canola oil ¼ teaspoon of mustard seeds 2 large cucumbers, seeded and diced 3 cups of plain yogurt (whole or reduce fat) ¼ cup of mint chopped 1 teaspoon cumin Salt to taste Green chilies, optional Directions Heat oil in a small pan over medium heat. Add…

  • Vietnamese Summer Garden Noodle Salad

    Serves 6 Ingredients 1 package buckwheat soba noodles, cooked, and rinsed cool (or Rice noodles) 1 cups napa cabbage, shredded 1 cup red cabbage, shredded 1 cups baby bok choy leaves 1 red bell pepper, chopped 1 yellow bell pepper, chopped 1 medium carrot, ribboned with a peeler ½ cucumber, peeled and chopped ½ cup…

  • Garden Coleslaw

    Serves 6-9 Ingredients 1 cup mayonnaise ½ cup plain yogurt ¼ cup apple cider vinegar 3 tablespoon Dijon mustard 2 teaspoons celery seeds 2 teaspoons dill weed 1 teaspoon black pepper 2 teaspoon salt 1 cup green cabbage, shredded 1 cup nappa cabbage, shredded 2 cups red cabbage, shredded 2 medium carrots, shredded 1 medium…

  • Sweet Onion Vinaigrette

    Makes 1 cup Ingredients 3 tablespoons caramelized onions, chopped fine ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil 1 tablespoon lemon juice 2 teaspoons whole grain mustard 1 tablespoon champagne vinegar 1 teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped fine 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped fine Black pepper Directions Whisk together all ingredients until emulsified. Season with…

  • Garden Salad with Sweet Onion Vinaigrette

    Serves 6 Ingredients 4 cups mesclun mix 1 medium carrot, grated 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved ¼ cup pumpkin seeds Sweet Onion Vinaigrette (recipe follows) Directions In a large bowl toss together all the vegetables and dress to desired moisture content with the onion vinaigrette. Sweet Onion Vinaigrette Makes 1 cup Ingredients 3 tablespoons caramelized…

  • Heirloom Squash & Chili Mint Salad

    Serves 6 Ingredients 5 zucchinis, cut into ribbons (using a mandolin) ½ cup fresh mint leaves, chopped 3 tablespoons olive oil 2 teaspoons lemon zest 1 tablespoon lemon juice 2 cloves garlic, chopped superfine 1 -2 teaspoons fresh red chili, deseeded and chopped superfine 3 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted Salt Directions In a mixing bowl…

  • Ger-Nis Cobb Salad With Creamy Herbal Ranch Dressing

    Serves 6 Ingredients 6 slices turkey bacon, cooked crispy and crumbled 1 cups turkey breast, cooked and cubed small 4 hard boiled eggs, chopped small 1 cup blue cheese crumbles 1 avocados, ripe but firm, cubed small 1 red peppers, chopped small 1 medium red onion, chopped small 1 cups cherry tomatoes, quartered 2 cups…

  • Summer Fruit Salad with Ginger-Mint Honey Dressing

    Makes approx ¾ cup Ingredients ¼ cup honey 1 teaspoon grated ginger Juice and zest of 1 lime 1 tablespoon fresh mint, chopped fine Fresh seasonal summer fruit: melons, peaches, plums, wedge and chopped Directions In a small mixing bowl, whisk together all ingredients together until blended well. Place the fruit in a large bowl…

  • Heirloom Squash & Chili Mint Salad

    Serves 2 Ingredients 2 zucchinis, cut into ribbons (using a mandolin) ½ cup fresh mint leaves, chopped 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 teaspoon lemon zest 1 teaspoon lemon juice 1 clove garlic, chopped superfine 1 teaspoon fresh red chili, deseeded and chopped superfine 2 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted Salt Directions In a mixing bowl mix…

  • Heirloom Tomato Salad with Ricotta, Olives, and Herbs

    Serves 5-7 people Ingredients 1 cup ricotta cheese ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil 4 large heirloom tomatoes, sliced 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved 1 large red onion, sliced 1 cup fresh basil leaves ¼ cup fresh mint leaves ¼ cup fresh flat-leaf parsley ½ cup pitted green olive (ideally calabrese or something equally briny)…

  • Strawberry Vinaigrette

    Makes 1 cup Ingredients 2 strawberries, mashed 1 tablespoon shallots, chopped fine 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 teaspoon lemon zest 1 tablespoon champagne vinegar ¼ cup almond oil 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon black pepper Directions In a medium or small bowl whisk together all ingredients until smooth and emulsified. Toss together with salad or…

  • Strawberry Spinach Salad with Almonds and Strawberry Vinaigrette

    Serves 4-6 A lovely savory way to enjoy peak berries and even more enjoyed alongside a glass of cold sparkling white or rose wine! Ingredients 4 cups baby spinach leaves 1 medium or small red onion, halved and sliced thin 10 medium strawberries, quartered 1 cup Bulgarian feta, crumbled 1 cup almonds, toasted and sliced…

  • Spring Mix Salad with Herbed Onion Dressing

    Serves 1-2 Ingredients 1 tablespoon shallot, chopped fine 2 green onions, sliced thin 1 tablespoon red onion, chopped fine 1 tablespoon champagne vinegar 2 tablespoons olive oil Pinch or two of salt Pinch or two of black pepper 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped fine 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped fine 1 teaspoon thyme leaves (optional)…

  • Shrimp Remoulade

    Serves 8 Ingredients For the Old Bay Steamed Shrimp 4 tablespoons Old Bay Seasoning 1 cup vinegar 1 cup water 2 pounds shrimp, in shells For the Remoulade Sauce 1½ cups mayonnaise ¼ cup diced celery ½ cup sliced green onions 2 tablespoons minced garlic ½ cup Creole mustard (such as Zatarain’s) ¼ cup chopped…

  • Lentil Salad with Creamy Yogurt Dressing

    Serves 4 to 6 Ingredients For the salad 6 cups water 11⁄3 cups French lentils, sorted 2 teaspoons sea salt 2 medium carrots, peeled and finely diced (to the size of the lentils) 1 stalk celery, finely diced (to the size of the lentils) ½ medium red bell pepper, finely diced (to the size of…

  • Shaved Spring Vegetable and Apple Salad

    Serves 6 to 8 Ingredients ½ cup extra-virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons rice vinegar 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice 2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped 2 tablespoons fennel fronds, chopped 2 red apples (gala, winesap, or red delicious), shaved paper-thin 2 fennel bulbs, trimmed, cored and shaved paper-thin 6 large or 8 small radishes, trimmed…

  • Spring Vegetable Salad

    Serves 4 Ingredients 2 pounds beets 1 fresh bay leaf 4 spears asparagus, cut into 1-inch spears 1 orange, segmented, juices reserved 1 small red onion, half moons 1 pound thick-cut bacon, cut into ¼ inch lardon (optional) 8 ounces baby arugula ½ teaspoon spring garlic, minced 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 2 sprigs…

  • Ensalada de Repollo (Cabbage Salad)

    Serves 6-8 Often seen in small Nicaraguan restaurants soaking in big batches at room temperature, it is similar to a sauerkraut with a Latin Style and a citrusy tone. Ingredients 3 cups shredded green cabbage (about ½ medium head) 1 cup chopped fresh tomato Juice of 3 limes 1 tablespoon salt Directions In a medium…

  • Spicy Tomato Salad

    Serves 4-6 Ingredients 1 medium red onion, chopped 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved ½ cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped 1 cup baby lettuce ¼ cup avocado oil 2 tablespoons lime juice 1 teaspoon jalapeño, chopped superfine 2 teaspoons Ger-Nis Tabasco Salt Directions In a mixing bowl, toss together onions, tomatoes, cilantro and baby lettuce. In…

  • Raw Asparagus & Arugula Salad

    Raw Asparagus & Arugula Salad

    Serves 6 INGREDIENTS 1 bunch asparagus, sliced at an angle 1 bunch arugula or rocolla (about 2-3 cups) chopped ½ cup parmesan, grated finely ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil 3 tablespoons lemon juice 1 teaspoon salt Ground black pepper DIRECTIONS In a large mixing bowl, combine the asparagus, arugula and parmesan, and mix well.…

  • Spring Greens & Fennel Salad with Grainy Mustard Vinaigrette

    Serves 6 Ingredients 3 cups spring greens 1 fennel bulb, sliced thin 3 tablespoons fresh dill leaves 2 tablespoons fresh parsley leaves 1 tablespoon fresh tarragon leaves â…“ cup extra virgin olive oil 1 tablespoon whole grain mustard 2 tablespoons honey 1 clove garlic, chopped fine 2 tablespoons lemon juice Salt/pepper Directions In a large…

  • Fava Bean Salad with Lemon, Mint and Pecorino Shavings

    Serves 6 INGREDIENTS For the salad 3 pounds fava beans 1 red onion, cut in half and sliced thin 3 cups arugula 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil Juice and zest of 1 lemon Salt Freshly ground pepper For the pecorino lemon zest ¼ cup fresh mint 1 tablespoon lemon zest ¼ cup pecorino, freshly grated…

  • Snap Pea & Mint Salad

    Serves 6 INGREDIENTS 1 pound raw snap peas, trimmed and julienned ¼ white onion, chopped fine ¼ cup fresh mint, chopped Juice and zest of 1 lemon 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil ¼ cup parmesan cheese (optional) Salt Freshly ground pepper DIRECTIONS In a medium size bowl, combine all ingredients. Season with salt and…

  • Zucchini & Chili Mint Salad

    Zucchini & Chili Mint Salad

    Serves 2 Ingredients 2 zucchinis, cut into ribbons (using a mandolin) ½ cup fresh mint leaves, chopped 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 teaspoon lemon zest 1 teaspon lemon juice 1 glove garlic, chopped superfine 1 teaspoon fresh red chili, deseeded and chopped superfine 2 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted Salt Directions In a mixing bowl mix…

  • Julienne of Snap Pea Salad with Mint, Lemon Pecorino

    Serves 6 INGREDIENTS 1 pound raw snap peas, trimmed and julienned ¼ white onion, chopped fine ¼ cup fresh mint, chopped Juice and zest of 1 lemon 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil ¼ cup pecorino cheese (optional) Salt Freshly ground pepper DIRECTIONS In a medium size bowl, combine all ingredients. Season with salt and…

  • Tarragon Beet Salad

    Serves 2 INGREDIENTS 1 cup mixed baby lettuces 2 medium beets, cooked, trimmed and sliced 1 red grapefruit, peeled, pitted and segmented 1 navel or cara orange, peeled, pitted and segmented 1 small shallot, chopped fine ¼ cup champagne vinegar ¼ cup fresh tarragon, chopped 1 tablespoon fresh mint, chopped 3 tablespoons almond oil Juice…

  • Picado de Rabano (Radish Salad)

    Serves 4-6 as a garnish for tacos and tamales INGREDIENTS 1 bunch (about 12) radishes, sliced thin ¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped fine Juice of 2 limes Salt DIRECTIONS In a small mixing bowl combine radishes, cilantro and lime juice, mix well and season with a generous amount of salt (preferably a flake salt…

  • Asparagus Salad with Mimosa and White Wine Vinaigrette

    Serves 4 INGREDIENTS 1 pound thin asparagus, 1 inch trimmed from the bottoms Sea salt or kosher salt 4½ teaspoons white wine vinegar 1 tablespoon minced scallion (white part only) 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard 1⁄8 teaspoon honey 4½ teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil Freshly ground black pepper Mimosa (optional) 1 hard-cooked egg 1 tablespoon finely chopped…

  • Cucumber and Onion Salad

    Serves 8 INGREDIENTS 2 long regular or English cucumbers 2 Vidalia or other sweet onions 1 tablespoon sugar 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar A pinch of fresh black pepper or crushed red pepper ¼ cup chopped mixed fresh herbs, such as parsley, chives, mint, basil, or tarragon DIRECTIONS Slice the cucumbers and onions as thin…

  • Fresh Mozzarella and Roasted Tomato Caprese Salad

    Serves 4 Ingredients For roasted tomatoes 8 plum tomatoes, cut in half and seeds removed 3 sprigs fresh thyme, leaves removed 2 cloves garlic, sliced thin ½ teaspoon sugar (optional) ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil Salt Freshly ground pepper For salad 1 pound fresh mozzarella, ¼-inch thick slices Basil pesto, for drizzling Maldon salt Freshly…

  • Grapefruit and Avocado Salad

    Serves 8 INGREDIENTS 4 cup mixed greens 2 Ruby red grapefruits 2 avocados, chopped 2 tablespoons avocado oil or extra-virgin olive oil Maldon salt Freshly ground black pepper DIRECTIONS On a large platter, arrange mixed greens. To prepare the grapefruit segments, use a serrated knife to slice off both ends of each orange, and then…

  • Classic Garlicky Caeser Salad

    Serves 8 INGREDIENTS 2 heads of romaine lettuce, roughly chopped 1 large egg 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1 clove garlic, chopped 1 teaspoon freshly ground pepper 1½ teaspoons anchovy paste or 4 whole anchovies 1 teaspoon capers 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1⁄3 cup extra virgin olive oil Salt 1⁄3 cup…

  • Laotian Beef Salad

    Serves 4 INGREDIENTS 1 teaspoon vegetable oil 3 cloves garlic, minced ½ pound very lean (94% lean, plus), ground beef ½ cup fresh squeezed lime juice ½ cup of roasted rice powder ½ cup finely chopped Spanish onions ½ cup coarsely chopped fresh cilantro ½ tablespoon ground Thai chili peppers (or paprika for the less…

  • Spicy Black Bean Sweet Corn Tomato Salad

    Spicy Black Bean Sweet Corn Tomato Salad

    This salad is so delicious and quick to prepare, healthy as all heck, and CHEAP CHEAP to make! I eat it often when I am short on time. I used to sprinkle cotija cheese over the top, but since I am on my new, almost-vegan diet I have eliminated it and have not for a…

  • Quinoa Apple Salad with Curry Dressing

    Serves 4 Martha Stewart INGREDIENTS ¼ cup raw whole almonds 1 cup white quinoa 1 teaspoon honey 1 tablespoon finely chopped shallot 1 teaspoon curry powder ¼ teaspoon coarse salt 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice Freshly ground pepper 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons dried currants 1 small McIntosh apple, cut into 1⁄8-inch-thick wedges…

  • Warm Lentil Salad with Coconut and Tomato

    Serves 4 INGREDIENTS 2½ tablespoons canola oil 1 tablespoon black mustard seeds (optional) 1 teaspoon yellow split peas 1 teaspoon cumin seeds 2 whole dried red chiles 8 fresh or 12 frozen curry leaves, torn into pieces (optional) 1⁄8 teaspoon asafetida (optional) 1 fresh hot green chile, cut corsswise into thin slices 1 red onion,…

  • Crispy Okra Salad (Kararee Bhindi)

    Serves 4 INGREDIENTS Canola oil 1-pound okra, stemmed and thinly sliced lengthwise ½ small red onion, thinly sliced 1 medium or 2 small tomatoes, cored, seeded, and thinly sliced ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves Juice of ½ lemon 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1½ teaspoons chaat masala DIRECTIONS Heat 2 inches of oil in a…

  • Sweet & Spicy Herbal Slaw

    Makes 4-5 cups of Slaw, serving 12-15 people INGREDIENTS 1 medium to large head of red cabbage, shredded and center discarded 2 large carrots, peeled and shredded 1 red bell pepper, deseeded, pith removed, and chopped 1 yellow bell pepper, deseeded, pith removed, and chopped 1 orange bell pepper, deseeded, pith remove, and chopped ½…

  • Green Apple and Celery Salad with Walnuts and Lemon Vinaigrette

    Serves 4 INGREDIENTS 6 large or 8 medium celery stalks 1⁄3 cup roughly chopped walnuts 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice 2 tablespoons Dijon-style mustard 1 garlic clove, crushed 2 teaspoons honey ½ teaspoon coarse sea salt or kosher salt 5 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil Freshly milled black pepper 1 large Granny smith apple ¼…

  • Water Cress Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette

    Serves 4 to 6 INGREDIENTS 2 bunches watercress, trimmed, washed, stems torn into 2 inch pieces For vinaigrette 1 tablespoon Dijon Style mustard 2 tablespoons lemon juice 2 tablespoons freshly grated parmesan cheese 5 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil Salt and fresh ground black pepper DIRECTIONS Place the prepared watercress in a large bowl and…

  • Seafood Fusilli and Creamy Lobster Sauce with Shaved Fennel and Lemon Salad

    Serves 6 INGREDIENTS 1 pound pasta dough, cooked For lobster sauce 2 tablespoons butter 1 yellow onion, chopped 1 clove garlic, chopped fine 1 cup white wine 2 lobster bodies, cut in half vertically (Your fishmonger should be able to provide you with lobster bodies at no charge) 2 cups heavy cream 6 to 8…

  • Spicy Pumpkin and Lentil Salad with Goat Cheese (Brown Lentils)

    Serves 6 INGREDIENTS 1 cup brown lentils 3 cups (about one 2-pound whole pumpkin) sugar pumpkin or butternut squash 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon hot smoked Spanish paprika ½ teaspoon sea salt 4 cups baby arugula 1 cup soft goat cheese, crumbled ¼ cup mint leaves, chopped 1 tablespoon…

  • Lentil and Bulgur Salad (Green Lentils)

    Serves 6 INGREDIENTS 2 tablespoons lemon juice 1 tablespoon lemon zest 1 clove garlic, grated on microplane ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil 2 cups French green lentils, cooked and cooled 1 cup bulgur wheat, cooked and cooled 1 small red onion, chopped fine 2 stalks celery, chopped fine ½ English cucumber, seeded and chopped fine…

  • Fennel, Orange & Mint Salad

    Served 6 INGREDIENTS 2 fennel bulbs with fennel fronds 3 navel oranges ½ red onion, sliced thin ¼ cup fresh mint, chopped ¼ cup kalamata olives, pitted and chopped fine 1 teaspoon honey ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil Maldon salt Freshly ground pepper DIRECTIONS To prepare the fennel, cut off the top stalks and…

  • Celery Root Salad with Welfleet Oysters, Herbs, Celery Leaves, and Champagne Vinaigrette

    Serves 4 INGREDIENTS 2 heads celery root 2 tablespoons Veuve Cliquot yellow label champagne Zest of 1 Meyer lemon, juice of half Best quality extra virgin olive oil Kosher salt Freshly ground white pepper 1 dozen very fresh welfleet oysters (call pat woodbury) Leaves from 1 head celery ½ cup fresh chervil leaves ¼ cup…

  • Grilled Herbal Pomegranate Lamb Sausage with Figs and Green Salad

    Serves 6-9 (makes 6-9 sausages) INGREDIENTS For the Sausage 2 pounds lamb, cubed into ½-inch cubes ½ pound pork fat or lamb fat 3 cloves garlic, chopped fine ¼ cup red wine 1⁄3 cup fresh mint leaves 1⁄3 cup feta cheese, crumbled and par frozen 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil 1 tablespoon salt 1…

  • Adzuki Bean Salad

    Serves 6 INGREDIENTS 2 cups adzuki beans, cooked ½ cup arame sea vegetables 2 medium carrots, peeled and shredded 1 red bell pepper, chopped fine 1 green onion, sliced super thin ¼ cup yuzu rice vinegar or plain rice vinegar 1 tablespoon lime zest 1 tablespoon lime juice 1 tablespoon orange zest 1 tablespoon orange…

  • Mixed Greens with Herbed Vinaigrette

    Serves 8 INGREDIENTS 1 shallot, minced 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar 1 tablespoon lemon juice Salt 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons canola oil (neutral flavor oil) 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves, chopped fine 1 tablespoon fresh basil leaves, chopped ¼ cup fresh chives, chopped ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped 8 cups (about ½…

  • Ensalada de Atun & Anchoas (Tuna and Anchovy Salad)

    Recipe adapted from the Food of Spain cookbook by Vikki Harris Serves 6 INGREDIENTS ½ cup almonds ½ cup hazlenuts ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil (Spanish) 6 cloves garlic 3 slices white bread, crusts removed, cut into quarters 2 roasted red peppers, deseeded and destemmed 4 tablespoo ns sherry vinegar (Spanish) Juice of 1…

  • Apple, Blue Cheese and Bacon Salad

    Serves 4 INGREDIENTS 1 head of butter leaf lettuce (or mesclun mix), leaves roughly torn 1 to 2 tart apples, seeds removed, chopped medium 2 oz, Oregon sweet blue cheese, crumbled by hand 3 pieces thick-cut bacon, cooked and chopped 1 medium red onion, sliced in rounds Red Wine Vinaigrette, recipe follows Salt and freshly…

  • Heirloom Tomato and Pesto Pasta Salad

    Heirloom Tomato and Pesto Pasta Salad

    INGREDIENTS 1lb Pasta, cooked 2 gloves Garlic, minced 4 medium Zucchini, chopped 1½ lbs. Heirloom tomatoes, chopped 2 cups fresh Basil leaves Juice of one large Lemon ½ cup Extra virgin olive oil Salt and pepper, to taste PREPARATION In a large sauté pan, over medium heat, sauté garlic, add zucchini and season with salt,…

  • Orzo Marjoram Pasta Salad

    Orzo Marjoram Pasta Salad

    Makes 6 servings INGREDIENTS 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved 2 cups cooked orzo pasta ½ cup chopped calamata olives ½ cup chopped green onions ½ cup chopped fresh marjoram 1 teaspoon lemon zest ¼ cup lemon juice ¼ cup olive oil Salt and pepper ½ cup crumbled feta cheese PREPARATION Mix together all ingredients except…

  • Heirloom Tomato Salad with Ricotta, Olives, and Herbs

    Heirloom Tomato Salad with Ricotta, Olives, and Herbs

    INGREDIENTS 1 cup ricotta cheese ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil 4 large heirloom tomatoes, sliced 1 pint cherry Tomatoes, halved 1 large red onion, sliced 1 cup fresh basil leaves ¼ cup fresh mint leaves ¼ cup fresh flat-leaf parsley ½ cup pitted green olives (ideally calabrese or something equally briny) Red wine vinegar…

  • Apple Slaw Salad with Sweet Herb Pecans

    If you can believe it, there are several thousand varieties of apples, which can only mean one thing, more apples to choose from when designing your apple centric menu! These unforgettable seasonal recipes are made for entertaining guests, so turn on your oven, get out your peeler and start cooking up this seasons greatest menu!

  • Red Cabbage, Mint and Beet Salad

    Try some fall beet and herb favorites…………

  • Garden Fresh Radish Carpaccio Salad With Buttermilk Herb Dressing

    Carpaccio, traditionally a dish of thinly sliced raw fish or beef, has come a long way. This season’s hot herb trend is more than just plain old carpaccio, it’s a showcase of flavor creativity and is no longer reserved for just beef and fish.

  • Fresh Cilantro Radish Cabbage Salad

    Use as a topping for fajitas or toss with lime juice and enjoy as a salad.

  • Cypriot Greek Salad

    A Greek salad accompanies every meal in Cyprus. This recipe is for a very simple and basic salad made in larger chunks and with more fresh herb leaves than the Greeks typically make.

  • Sicilian Caper, Basil and Tomato Salsa

    Although traditionally enjoyed with grilled mackerel, this is a truly delightful mixture that can stand on its own; the flavors are perfect together.

  • Sicilian Basil, Onion and Tomato Salad

    Tomato and basil recipes are easy and always foolproof because it is difficult to mess up this perfect pair; they complement each other no matter what. Enjoy the bounty of basil and tomatoes and let summer’s best pairing satisfy you beyond measure!

  • Basil, Romano Bean and Cherry Tomato Salad

    Tomato and basil recipes are easy and always foolproof because it is difficult to mess up this perfect pair; they complement each other no matter what. Enjoy the bounty of basil and tomatoes and let summer’s best pairing satisfy you beyond measure!

  • Herbed Cabbage Slaw and Buttermilk Herb Ranch Dressing

    For a side dish

  • Herbed Potato Salad

    Picnics in the park are one of summer’s best treats. It is a wonderful opportunity for family, friends, and even co-workers to come together for great food and outdoor fun.

  • Panzanella

    Picnics in the park are one of summer’s best treats. It is a wonderful opportunity for family, friends, and even co-workers to come together for great food and outdoor fun.

  • Persimmon Pomegranate Fruit Salad

    Serve alone, or try a lemon sorbet or freshly made crepes sprinkled with sugar.

  • Rocolla Mandarin Salad with Pomegranate Vinaigrette

    Citrus fruits are perfect little dessert oranges and are also spectacular in savory dishes as long as you exercise a little bit of caution.

  • Orange Beet Salad with Orange Tarragon Crème Fraiche

    Oranges are the sweetest, most simple snack and yet the greatest secret weapon in the kitchen for both sweet and savory dishes.

  • Meyer Lemon Chicken Salad Croissants

    Meyer lemons can be quite amazing in savory dishes where the acidity needs to be more subtle.

  • Orange Fennel Rocolla Salad

    Makes 4 Servings

  • Parsley Chick Pea Salad

    Makes 3 Servings

  • Rosemary Black Eyed Pea Salad

    Makes 6 Servings

  • Lovage Cream Potato Salad

    Makes 6 servings

  • Marjoram Orzo Salad

    Marjoram Orzo Salad

    Makes 4 Servings

  • Cherry Tomato Salad with Horseradish Tarragon Cream

    Makes 4 Servings

  • Chervil Tomato Salad

    Makes 2 servings.

  • Orzo Salad Stuffed Tomatoes

    Makes 6 servings