Salad
Cucumber Salad with Chickpeas & Lime Vinaigrette
Doesn’t it feel so easy to cook this time of year? I don’t know about you, but one glance at the abundance of gorgeous summer produce that’s available feels like instant inspiration to whip up something fresh and healthy. Yet one more reason why I believe summer is the most wonderful season. Truly, so simple…
Read MoreItalian Potato Salad
Sometimes, you just need a classic. Today is one of those days. Say hello to my healthier version of potato salad. This recipe is a classic for a reason – it’s packed with intense flavor, pairs well with just about anything, and is insanely easy to make. What’s not to love? This is a no…
Read MoreSweet & Spicy Black Bean Salad
Is it just me… Or is there is something so incredibly comforting about a meal filled with beans, fresh veggies and a flavorful dressing? While I have a pretty standard recipe for black bean and avocado salad sometimes it’s a good thing to switch things up a bit. This 15-minute salad starts with a base…
Read MoreArugula Orange Winter Salad
One last recipe for your holiday spread! The combination of tart-sweet pomegranate and clementines, peppery arugula, crispy red onion, and crunchy toasted almonds is heavenly, and the slightly tangy taste of fresh goat cheese adds the perfect finishing touch to this bright, fancy salad. All of these flavors are subtly enhanced with a dressing of…
Read MoreKale Salad With Brussels Sprouts, Apples & Maple Walnuts
Nowadays, kale salad gets knocked as cliché and overexposed. But when I first started making this recipe for a Thanksgiving menu years ago, it made perfect sense. The basic formula—thinly shredded kale and Brussels sprouts, pungent dressing, savory cheese, and crunchy nuts—makes a refreshing option on plates piled high with stuffing, gravy and sweet potatoes.…
Read MoreBlueberry Spinach Salad with Honey Balsamic Dressing
Just say NO to boring salad. I have the yummiest, heartiest, simplest salad recipe to share with you today. It’s full of tender spinach, crunchy broccoli, creamy avocado, fresh wild Maine blueberries, crispy red onion, dried cranberries, toasted walnuts, tangy goat cheese, all tossed together in my favorite easy honey balsamic dressing. And I’m telling you,…
Read MoreParmesan Zucchini & Fresh Corn Salad with Basil
This salad is the epitome of summer in a bowl. Light and refreshing with a killer crunch, it’s a delightfully versatile, crowd-pleasing side for any and all summer festivities. And please, don’t even get me started on all the glorious health benefits (fiber and antioxidants for days, friends). Best of all, you can whip this…
Read MoreCrispy Quinoa, Spinach & Berry Salad
This salad is light, bright and full of fresh flavor. Sweet summer berries, tender spinach and tangy goat cheese are a classically beautiful combo, but something straight up magical happens when you sprinkle crispy toasted quinoa on top. The quinoa and the berries soak up some of the balsamic dressing and each highly textured bite…
Read MoreWhite Bean, Lime & Avocado Salad
A fast salad for slow summer days. I have several fabulous go-to salads in my repertoire, but I have yet to share one of my personal favorites with you: White Bean, Lime & Avocado Salad. If you’ve got a couple cans of white beans in your pantry, you’re almost halfway there. Drain the beans and…
Read MoreHealthy Summer Coleslaw
Summer is coming. Yes, the official first day of the season is still a good month out, but I feel like Memorial Day is summer’s true kickoff. And given the fact that us Mainers have been wandering the streets in down jackets and wool socks for the past eight months, I’d say we’re ready for…
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