Strawberry Avocado Salad with Lemon-Dijon Dressing

I thought I’d whip up my favorite seasonal salad today. So, without further ado, I give you this gorgeous meal that starts with a big nest of tender local arugula, which is a green I adore. It’s distinct peppery flavor balances the sweetness of the strawberries perfectly. Then creamy avocado gets added into the mix,…

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Curried Chickpea Salad

This powerhouse salad is unbelievably fresh. It’s got a bright, curry thing going on with a touch of heat and gorgeous pops of crunch and sweetness, and the insane layers of flavor and texture will amaze you. If the thought of having a salad for dinner brings up fears that you may starve, please feel free…

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Asparagus White Bean Avocado Salad

This salad is pretty glorious. First, it is a layered masterpiece in both the flavor and texture departments. The tender, slightly bitter arugula is tossed with creamy white beans, crispy roasted asparagus, peppery radish, buttery avocado, and topped with toasted pine nuts for added crunch. On the nutrition front, this salad is a winner, since…

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Kale, Clementine & Feta Salad

This salad is the holiday hero we need. Eggnog and cookies may get all the glory, but even the most indulgent holiday feast requires balance. Enter salad: the bright side dish you didn’t know you needed until that first refreshing bite. With its stunning good looks and bright tangy taste, it’s easy to see why…

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Mexican Street Corn Salad with Smoky Cream Sauce

Mexican street corn meets salad in the best way possible. A great addition to your July 4th spread, this dish is inspired by Mexican street corn. If you’ve never had Mexican street corn, it’s basically grilled corn smothered in a blend of mayonnaise and/or sour cream, chili powder, and cotija cheese, and served with fresh…

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Curried Chickpea Spinach Salad with Almonds & Apricot

You will be craving this from now on, mark my words. This curry vinaigrette has just the right amount of sweetness, acidity and creamy depth to round out the salad, but it’s the crunchy roasted chickpeas combined with the chewy sweet apricots that really take it to the next level. When you take a bite,…

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Herbed Buckwheat with Avocado, Greens & Lemon

I’ve been eating a lot of quick meals lately. Since spring has arrived, it’s been much more enticing to spend time outside so I’ve been doing a good job cleaning out the pantry and using what is left in the fridge. This salad with buckwheat, herbs, avocados and fresh bright lemon satisfies those demands and…

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Superfood Salad with Lemon Poppy Seed Dressing

Feel great with this miracle worker. If you celebrate Easter, there may be a brunch involved in which this delicious superfood salad will make a gorgeous centerpiece. You’re all aware of my love for a majorly loaded salad and I can assure you that this salad has a little something for everyone – it’s earthy, creamy,…

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Sweet Potato & Black Bean Kale Salad

Kale is on every menu these days. Please don’t pass this one off. It’s not a trend and there is a reason it will never go away. We all know it is healthy but it also is incredibly versatile, delicious and holds up to heartier fillings that your average mixed greens. Sweet and savory with…

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