Tag: salad

Hard Apple Cider-Glazed Chicken Kale Salad

Figuring out what to make for dinner during in between Thanksgiving and the New Year, isn’t always easy. Your brain is too wrapped around thoughts of prime rib and presents to think about weeknight dinner recipes. Luckily, we’re here to help. Skip a laborious dinner, and make this healthy kale salad that’s loaded with apple flavor. Not only is this…


Waldorf Salad

n a sea of soups and stews, winter salads stand strong. Leafy greens, mixed with deep red, purple and orange seasonal fruits, pay homage to the colors of fall all while welcoming winter in. But, between a mixture of kale, goat cheese and cranberry salads, don’t forget to make one of the classics: Waldorf salad. The…


Shrimp and Spinach Salad With Warm Citrus Dressing

Ready in just about 20 minutes, this is a hearty and filling salad that can be served as a complete meal for lunch or dinner. Spinach is one of the most nutrient-rich plants; it contains high amounts of magnesium which increases the serotonin level in the body and help reduce the risk of depression and anxiety. Grape tomatoes are…


Shrimp and Spinach Salad With Warm Citrus Dressing (Recipe + Video)

Ready in just about 20 minutes, this is a hearty and filling salad that can be served as a complete meal for lunch or dinner. Spinach is one of the most nutrient-rich plants; it contains high amounts of magnesium which increases the serotonin level in the body and help reduce the risk of depression and anxiety. Grape tomatoes are…


Radicchio Salad With Apples, Pomegranate, and Hazelnuts

Bitter radicchio pairs well with sweet apples and buttery hazelnuts in this super simple fall vegetable salad. Microgreens or sprouts are a delicious addition, and while any variety will do, radish or purple cabbage microgreens work particularly well. Serves 4 1 head radicchio, sliced thin 1 cup microgreens 1 medium apple, sliced thin 1/2 cup…


The Simple Truth About Greek Salad

Sometimes simplicity isn’t so simple. A recipe with just a few easily prepared ingredients nevertheless demands care with the quality to make it truly shines. Take the Greek salad, for example. In Greece, that’s horiatiki (xoriatiki), meaning “village salad,” a hint at its ubiquity. It’s a delicious, healthful dish with the bounty of a summer…


Not Quite Caprese

This time of year, it can be a challenge to name a single item of produce that isn’t ripe. The earth has tilted squarely toward peak veg, the gazpacho days of summer when anyone can be a vegetarian with barely an effort. Even the most dedicated carnivore might find themselves satisfied, at the end of…


A Meaty 2nd Act

Leftover steak is an unlikely star of this hearty main course salad. Cold meats can be a welcome addition to many salads—especially in the summer, when you crave a fresh salad and a substantial meal at once. It also solves how to use up any leftover meat from a previous evening’s barbecue bonanza. This recipe…


Chickpea Salad

The perfect make-ahead summer recipe, this chickpea salad comes together in the blink of an eye. Just add everything to a mixing bowl and stir. If you’re feeling adventurous, consider adding diced bell peppers and chopped cucumbers to the salad as well. I recommend using gochugaru in the recipe. It’s a Korean chile powder with…


Marinated Beans

The sharp bite of red wine vinegar gives balance to the earthy flavor of beans. Shallots, green onions, and fresh herbs bring a punch of brightness to this simple dish. If you prefer to cook your own beans, substitute 3/4 cup dried kidney beans, soak them overnight in warm water with a pinch of baking…