Is there a more quintessential warm-weather side dish than pasta salad? There are a lot of pasta salads out there, but here’s why you should memorize this one: The dressing is easily made from things already in your pantry (and totally tastes like your favorite bottled Italian dressing). Plus, there’s no mayo to worry about...
Category: Salad
Mediterranean Chickpea Salad
Mediterranean Chickpea Salad is a refreshing salad made with seasoned chicken breasts, chickpeas, and fresh veggies, topped with lemon vinaigrette dressing. Try my Blueberry Spinach Salad for another delicious and nutritious salad. Prep Time 30 minutes | Total Time 30 minutes Ingredients Chicken 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 tablespoon olive...
Keto 7 LAYER SALAD
This keto friendly 7 Layer Salad recipe is packed with so many delicious flavors. It’s a fabulous addition to potlucks and parties and makes a great low carb side dish. Course: Salad | Cuisine: American | Prep Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 20 minutes I’m still a bit naive to the concept behind Seven Layer Salad, but I must say,...
Salmon Salad with a Toasted Sesame Seed Dressing
This salmon salad with a toasted sesame seed dressing is light, healthy, and full of flavor. Prep Time 10 minutes | Cook Time 20 minutes | Marinade time 30 minutes | Total Time 1 hour Ingredients 2 pieces salmon Salad greens (I used a spring mix + butter leaf lettuce) 1 avocado Cucumber to taste...
Kale Salad with Parmesan, Lemon, and Black Truffle Oil
Kale salad with parmesan, lemon, and black truffle oil – you can easily add a gourmet twist to this superfood! Prep Time 17 minutes | Total Time 17 minutes Ingredients 2 bunches kale (approx. 5-6 cups when chopped) Juice of 1/2 large lemon 3 heaping tablespoons Greek yogurt 1-2 cloves garlic minced 1/4 teaspoon black...
Shaved Asparagus Salad
This shaved asparagus salad comes to life with a delicious lemon-Dijon dressing, shallot, fresh parsley, and parmesan cheese. It makes an awesome side salad and will take any meal to the next level! Prep Time 25 minutes | Total Time 25 minutes Ingredients 1 bunch asparagus 1.5 tablespoons shallot (approx. 1 small shallot) chopped 1...
Grilled Eggplant and Spinach Salad
This grilled eggplant and spinach salad makes a wonderfully fresh, healthy, and filling warm weather meal. The eggplant is smoky and delicious, and the smoked paprika in the lemony dressing enhances its flavor even more. Prep Time 15 minutes | Cook Time 15 minutes | Total Time 30 minutes Ingredients 1 large eggplant cut into 3/4″...
Greek Salad with Grilled Halloumi and Tomatoes
Greek Salad with grilled halloumi and tomatoes – an extra special take on the classic Greek salad! Prep Time 20 minutes | Cook Time 10 minutes | Total Time 30 minutes Ingredients 20 (or to taste) grape or cherry tomatoes 1/2 small purple onion 1 bell pepper (I used 1/2 red 1/2 green) 1/2 cucumber...
Asparagus and Green Bean Salad
This asparagus and green bean salad is fresh, filling, and delicious! Prep Time 15 minutes | Cook Time 15 minutes | Total Time 30 minutes Ingredients 1 bunch asparagus 8 ounces green or French beans 1 to mato 2 eggs hard-boiled 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped 1 tablespoon fresh basil chopped 1 tablespoon shallot chopped...
Fennel, Carrot, and Zucchini Salad
This fennel, carrot, and zucchini salad is as tasty as it is colorful. It’s light and fresh and makes the perfect appetizer or side salad. Prep Time 15 minutes | Total Time 15 minutes Ingredients 1 fennel bulb 2 large carrots 2 small zucchini 1 tablespoon onion chopped finely 1 tablespoon parsley chopped 1 clove...