So I admit it: I haven't liked salads really until recently, and I'd be lying if I said the 'recently' part of that statement wasn't due to losing some of the
Arugula pesto is peppery and bright. The trick is to blanch the arugula and squeeze it dry, so when you blend it with the pine nuts, garlic, olive oil and cheese, the resulting pesto isn't too wet.
Place the quinoa in a fine-mesh strainer and hold it under cool running water for a few seconds to remove any saponin, the natural coating on the grain, which may taste bitter.
Although perfect for summer, this refreshing salad is a favorite year-round for our family and friends. Poppy seeds and pecans add a pleasing crunch to the mix.
Sweet and Sour Thai Carrot and Cucumber Noodle Salad with refreshing cucumber, carrots, chickpeas, & peppers and drizzled with a homemade sweet & sour sauce
Over the last month mason jar salads have become my go to lunch. I love them! Using mason jar salads, as opposed to plastic containers, keeps the salad ingredients incredibly fresh throughout the week and makes transporting my lunch very convenient.
This elegant salad of mesclun greens topped with cottage cheese, red pepper, feta cheese and walnuts is drizzled with a delicious balsamic vinaigrette.
