Salads

Marinated Antipasto Salad

Posted by on Dec 2, 2018 in Non-Leafy Salads, Recipes, Salads | 0 comments

Marinated Antipasto Salad

2 lbs assorted antipasto vegetables (kalamata olives, green olives, artichoke hearts, and roasted red peppers – everything drained) 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil 1/4 cup red wine vinegar 8 cloves garlic, crushed 9 sprigs of fresh thyme or 1 tsp dried thyme 4 bay leaves Toss everything together in a large bowl and cover You can serve this immediately, but it’s best marinated for at least a few hours or overnight (in the fridge) As it marinates, be sure to toss every once in a while Before serving, remove the bay leaves (and thyme sprigs if using)...

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Carrot & Raisin Salad

Posted by on Jan 13, 2014 in Non-Leafy Salads, Photo Slide Show, Recipes, Salads | 0 comments

Carrot & Raisin Salad

2 TBSP lemon juice 1 TBSP extra virgin olive oil 2 TBSP chopped fresh mint leaves 1 TBSP minced fresh chives pure salt to taste 1 lb carrots (about 4 large), peeled & shredded 1/4 cup raisins (or a 1 oz box) In a salad bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, oil, mint, chives, and salt to taste. Add the carrots & raisins & toss well. __________________________________________________________________________________ SIDE NOTES: ~  I’m a big fan of carrot salads, and this is a good one!  It’s very easy to throw together, especially if you shoot the carrots through a...

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Creamy Blue Cheese Dressing

Posted by on Jan 24, 2013 in Condiments, etc..., Dips, Photo Slide Show, Recipes, Salad Dressings, Salads | 0 comments

Creamy Blue Cheese Dressing

4 oz organic, crumbled blue cheese 6 TBSP plain yogurt (or buttermilk) 6 TBSP high-quality sour cream 1/4 cup high-quality mayo 4 tsps apple cider vinegar 1/2 tsp natural sugar of choice (or 1 drop liquid stevia) 1/4 tsp garlic powder 1/4 tsp pure salt freshly ground black pepper to taste (about 1/8 tsp if measuring) Mix all ingredients together and serve as a dip for fresh vegetables or drizzled over salad. _________________________________________________________________________ SIDE NOTES: ~  This amount fills up a 12 oz wide mouth mason jar (you can mix the ingredients right in the jar,...

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Feta, Fig & Toasted Pine Nut Salad

Posted by on Jan 17, 2013 in Leafy Salads, Recipes, Salads | 1 comment

Feta, Fig & Toasted Pine Nut Salad

Mixed salad greens 2 – 4 TBSPs feta cheese 1 – 2 TBSPs pine nuts, toasted 4 dried figs, cut in half or quarters balsamic vinaigrette (or dressing of choice) Toast pine nuts in a dry skillet for a few minutes until aromatic & slightly browned. Toss everything together with dressing of choice and serve. Serves 1. _______________________________________________________________________ SIDE NOTES: ~ This is a really tasty combination that’s easy to put together. There are no real set amounts for something like this. Just toss in as much of everything as you’d like. ~...

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Simple Carrot & Feta Salad

Posted by on Sep 6, 2012 in Non-Leafy Salads, Recipes, Salads | 2 comments

Simple Carrot & Feta Salad

6 medium carrots, grated 1 & 1/2 cups feta cheese (roughly 6 oz) 4 TBSP extra virgin olive oil 1 TBSP apple cider vinegar (or to taste) 1/4 tsp pure salt Mix together and enjoy. Serves 4. ______________________________________________________________________________________ SIDE NOTES: ~  This salad is delicious – and very simple to prepare.  It’s great as a snack, light lunch, or side dish with dinner. ~  Of course, you can simply scale this down to make a single serving if you’d like.  The measurements don’t have to be exact.  Just shred a large carrot and add...

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Chicken Salad

Posted by on Aug 15, 2012 in Chicken, Entrees, Non-Leafy Salads, Recipes, Salads, Sandwiches, Sandwiches | 0 comments

Chicken Salad

2 TBSP coconut oil 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 lb pastured chicken breast, cut into strips salt and pepper to taste 3 carrots, shredded 1/2 cup creamy dressing (preferably homemade) Heat oil over medium heat. Add garlic and cook for about 2 minutes, until just beginning to color. Add chicken strips, sprinkle with salt & pepper, and saute until cooked through – approx 10 mins. Remove chicken from pan, place in a glass container with cover, and refrigerate until cool. Cut chicken into small pieces and combine with shredded carrot. Mix in dressing and enjoy. Serves 4....

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Creamy Ranch-Style Dressing

Posted by on Aug 8, 2012 in Condiments, etc..., Dips, Recipes, Salad Dressings, Salads | 1 comment

Creamy Ranch-Style Dressing

1/2 cup plain yogurt or buttermilk or sour cream 1/2 cup high quality mayo 1/8 tsp pepper 1/4 tsp salt 1/4 tsp garlic powder 1/4 tsp onion powder 1 tsp sugar or 2 drops of liquid stevia (optional) 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce Mix until well combined. Yields approximately 1 cup. ___________________________________________________________________________ SIDE NOTES: ~  Aside from tossing some into a salad, this dressing is great used as a dip for all the fresh carrots, cucumbers & peppers being harvested this time of year. ~  You can use any additional herbs you have on hand that sound good...

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Greek Salad Pita

Posted by on Dec 21, 2011 in Non-Leafy Salads, Pita, Recipes, Salads, Sandwiches | 2 comments

Greek Salad Pita

FILLING: about a quarter of a medium cucumber, diced 10 grape tomatoes (give or take), cut in half diced red onion to taste (roughly 2 TBSP) 10 black olives (give or take), pitted & cut in half 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese 2 TBSP lemon juice 1 & 1/2 TBSP extra virgin olive oil 1 tsp dried oregano (or 1 TBSP chopped fresh) DRESSING: 1/2 cup plain yogurt 1 TBSP chopped, fresh mint leaves a few dashes of pure salt freshly ground black pepper 2 whole grain or sprouted pitas Mix together filling ingredients and fill 2 pitas. Combine dressing ingredients and drizzle into each pita....

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Arugula w/ Golden Vinaigrette

Posted by on Dec 13, 2011 in Greens, Leafy Salads, Photo Slide Show, Recipes, Salads | 3 comments

Arugula w/ Golden Vinaigrette

1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil 1/4 cup lemon juice 1 TBSP brown mustard 1 tsp ground turmeric pinch of pure salt freshly ground black pepper Whisk all ingredients together and toss with salad greens (pictured here with baby arugula). ______________________________________________________________________________________ SIDE NOTES: ~ A salad doesn’t have to be fancy and time-consuming to make. This is a great example of how a few handfuls of greens with the right dressing can be absolutely extraordinary. I am in love with this simple salad. ~ Turmeric (one of the primary spices that...

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Balsamic Mustard Vinaigrette

Posted by on Nov 7, 2011 in Recipes, Salad Dressings, Salads | 0 comments

Balsamic Mustard Vinaigrette

3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar (or to taste) 2 tsps high quality brown mustard 1 large garlic clove, crushed 1/2 tsp dried oregano 1/8 tsp pure salt a few grinds of black pepper Whisk together all ingredients (or combine in jar with tight-fitting lid and shake well). Store in the refrigerator. ______________________________________________________________________________________ SIDE NOTES: ~ Very easy/tasty dressing to whip together. Of course, the key to making a salad dressing (or anything for that matter) taste delicious, is using the highest quality ingredients...

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Cranberry Pecan & Feta Salad

Posted by on Nov 7, 2011 in Leafy Salads, Recipes, Salads | 0 comments

Cranberry Pecan & Feta Salad

mixed salad greens dried cranberries pecans feta cheese (optional) Italian dressing Toss together and enjoy. ______________________________________________________________________________________ SIDE NOTES: ~ This salad is based on something I picked up at Whole Foods a while back while traveling. If I remember correctly, they used goat cheese which was really tasty. I happened to have feta in the fridge so that’s what I used & it was just as good (albeit a bit different).  For those with various food restrictions, this recipe falls into the following categories: Dairy...

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Spicy Carrot Salad

Posted by on Mar 20, 2011 in Non-Leafy Salads, Recipes, Salads | 0 comments

Spicy Carrot Salad

Something colorful & fresh for the 1st day of spring 🙂 1 TBSP extra virgin olive oil 2 tsps tamari/soy sauce 1 small garlic clove (crushed or minced) 2 tsps (give or take) minced, fresh ginger (optional) 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes dash or 2 of cayenne pepper 1 TBSP water 3 cups carrots, peeled into long ribbons In a medium bowl, whisk together oil, tamari, garlic, ginger, pepper flakes, cayenne & water. Add carrots & toss to coat. ______________________________________________________________________________________ SIDE NOTES: ~ We really enjoyed this spicy salad as a filling...

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