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Showing posts with label salad. Show all posts
Showing posts with label salad. Show all posts
Sep 2, 2026

Spicy Slaw with Red Cabbage and Mango

Sep 2, 2026

Spicy Slaw with Red Cabbage and Mango

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This spicy slaw with red cabbage and mango is crunchy and flavorful, and the mango adds a wonderful sweetness to this salad. 

Spicy Slaw with Red Cabbage and Mango in two bowls.

This slaw is refreshing and perfect for serving with grilled steaks, pork chops, short ribs, or spare ribs. You can also serve it with a sandwich for a light lunch. 

Aug 16, 2026

Three-Color Potato Salad with Vegetables

Aug 16, 2026

Three-Color Potato Salad with Vegetables

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This potato salad uses a mixture of white, red, and purple mini potatoes. Add an array of vegetables and Japanese-style flavors for a fabulous potato salad. 

Two bowls of Three-Color Potato Salad with Vegetables.

I've made Japanese-style potato salad, including one with ham and Yukon Gold potatoes, and one where you can make your own Japanese-style mayo

Aug 14, 2026

Green Bean Salad with Tomatoes, Arugula, and Basil Dressing

Aug 14, 2026

Green Bean Salad with Tomatoes, Arugula, and Basil Dressing

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The recipe for this green bean salad with tomatoes, arugula, and basil dressing takes advantage of fresh ingredients that you can find at a farmers' market or your own garden. 

Green bean salad in two bowls.

This salad is great for a picnic or a party and can easily be made in advance so you can enjoy spending time with your guests rather than being stuck in the kitchen

Aug 2, 2026

Roasted Corn and Sweet Pepper Chopped Salad with Tomatoes, Black Beans, and Summer Squash

Aug 2, 2026

Roasted Corn and Sweet Pepper Chopped Salad with Tomatoes, Black Beans, and Summer Squash

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Made with sweet fresh corn and roasted sweet peppers, this may be the ultimate summer salad. It's great as a side dish, or when you want something easy and light yet filling, a summer main dish. 
 

Roasted Corn and Sweet Pepper Chopped Salad with Tomatoes, Black Beans, and Summer Squash on a plate, with a large bowl behind.

This salad recipe includes a vinaigrette of garlic and shallot, citrus, honey, toasted cumin, and extra virgin olive oil. You can toss everything together or serve it in parts, letting your guests make up their own salad with their favorite additions. 

May 13, 2026

Jicama Slaw with Carrots, Cucumbers, and Bell Peppers

May 13, 2026

Jicama Slaw with Carrots, Cucumbers, and Bell Peppers

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This jicama slaw with carrots, cucumbers, and bell peppers is a refreshing, crunchy, and tangy salad you can serve as a side dish for meat, poultry, and seafood. 

Jicama slaw in two bowls.

With a fresh dressing made with lime, olive oil, and rice vinegar, and spiced up with chile powder, this jicama slaw goes great with juicy meats such as barbecued ribs or slow cooked brisket.  

Apr 5, 2026

Asian Pear Slaw

Apr 5, 2026

Asian Pear Slaw

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This Asian Pear Slaw is a refreshing and light make-ahead salad that stays crunchy and sweet in the fridge until you are ready to serve it. 

Asian Pear Slaw in a shallow bowl.


This Asian pear salad is wonderful as a side dish to meats, fried chicken, and barbecue fare. It's so refreshing. 

Jan 21, 2026

Black Bean Salad with Corn, Avocados, Tomatoes, and Red Onions

Jan 21, 2026

Black Bean Salad with Corn, Avocados, Tomatoes, and Red Onions

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This Black Bean Salad with Corn, Avocados, Tomatoes, and Red Onions is a hearty main course salad or side dish that is both refreshing and filling. 

Black Bean Salad with Corn, and Avocados on a plate with a platter in the background.


I originally served this salad with cornbread aebleskivers and the combination was great. If you don't want to attempt the aebleskivers (they require a special pan), you conld serve these with a hearty and cheesy cornbread and a green salad. 

Aug 4, 2025

Corn and Cantaloupe Salad

Aug 4, 2025

Corn and Cantaloupe Salad

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Make this corn and cantaloupe salad with pickled red onions and roasted chile when fresh corn is at its sweetest. 

Corn and Cantaloupe Salad in a blue rimmed bowl.


Enjoy this summery salad for lunch or as a side for dinner. It's also great for bringing to a potluck, cookout, or a picnic. The ingredients hold up well, even when the salad is made a day ahead of time. The corn stays crunchy and the cantaloupe stays juicy. 

Jul 5, 2025

Fusilli with Green Beans, Pancetta, and Parmesan

Jul 5, 2025

Fusilli with Green Beans, Pancetta, and Parmesan

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Combine fresh green beans, Parmesan, and pasta, along with tasty pancetta to create a creamy and cheesy dish. 

Fusilli with Green Beans, Pancetta, and Parmesan in a red rimmed bowl.


Combining the hot pasta water with the Parmesan cheese creates a light and flavorful sauce that clings to the fusilli and beans and ties the whole dish together.