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Tomato, Peach, and Basil Salad – A simple and delicious salad to prepare at home

Tomato, Peach, and Basil Salad – A simple and delicious salad to prepare at home

Salads are healthy and nutritious. The best thing about salads is that you don’t have to go through a lot of struggles to prepare them at the comfort of your home. If you are looking to get such a salad recipe, you will be able 

PASTA SALAD WITH TOMATOES, ARUGULA, PINE NUTS AND HERBS

PASTA SALAD WITH TOMATOES, ARUGULA, PINE NUTS AND HERBS

INGREDIENTS: PREPARATION1/4 cup plus 3 tablespoons pine nuts 1 pound fusilli pasta 1/2 cup cilantro leaves 1/2 cup basil leaves 2 teaspoons coarsely chopped oregano 1 garlic clove 1/4 cup mayonnaise 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil 1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice Kosher salt and 

Thai steak salad w/sweet + spicy tahini dressing and sesame chili-lime cashews.

Thai steak salad w/sweet + spicy tahini dressing and sesame chili-lime cashews.

INGREDIENTS:

CASHEWS:

  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 1/3 cups raw cashews
  • 1-2 teaspoons honey
  • 1 lime zested

STEAK +DRESSING:

  • 1 pound flank steak
  • 2 limes juiced + the zest of 1 lime
  • 2 tablespoons fish sauce don’t be afraid!
  • 2 tablespoons ponzu sauce (or soy sauce but ponzu sauce is best and works better here)
  • 2-3 tablespoons sweet thai chili sauce I used 3 tablespoons
  • 1-2 cloves garlic minced or grated (depending on you taste, I used 1)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger grated
  • 2-3 tablespoons tahini (may sub peanut butter but I loved the tahini), sesame seed paste

SALAD:

  • 4 cups baby kale or other dark leafy green
  • 1 ounce bag frozen shelled edamame defrosted and cooked for 3-5 min. in boiling water, 16
  • 3 carrots shredded or chopped
  • 2 bell peppers (red yellow and or orange), sliced thin
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen mango chopped into chunks
  • 2 lemongrass stalks chopped
  • 4 green onions chopped
  • 3/4 cups of fresh basil cilantro and mint (I only used 1/3 cup mint)
  • 4 hard boiled eggs chopped (optional)
  • 1/4 cup black and/or white sesame seeds toasted

INSTRUCTIONS:

CASHEWS:

Heat a small skillet over medium heat and add the sesame oil, cashews and chili powder, toss well. Cook over medium heat until lightly toasted and browned, about five minutes. During the last minute of cooking add in the honey (I used 2 tablespoons). Remove from the heat and add the lime zest and 1 tablespoon black sesame seeds. Toss well and set aside.

THE REST:

  1. Add the steak to a glass pyrex dish or gallon size ziplock bag.
  2. In a glass measuring cup or bowl whisk together the lime juice + zest, fish sauce, ponzu sauce, sweet thai chili sauce, garlic and ginger. Pour about 1/4 -1/3 of the dressing over the steak, cover or seal the bag and place in the fridge while you prep the rest of the salad, at least 15 minutes (the longer the better).
  3. Meanwhile add the tahini to a small bowl and microwave until melted and smooth, about 15-20 seconds. Add the melted tahini to the dressing, whisk until smooth. Taste and add more tahini or sweet thai chili sauce to your liking, set aside.
  4. In a large bowl add the kale, edamame, carrots, bell peppers, mango chunks, lemon grass and green onions. Give it all a good toss.
  5. Heat a grill or grill pan to high heat.
  6. Once hot sear the steak for 5-8 minutes, flip and sear another 5 minutes or until your desired doneness is reached. Remove the steak and allow to rest 5 minutes. Slice steak thinly against the grain and add to the salad. Add the dressing and remaining sesame seeds. Toss to coat and massage the dressing into the veggies for 1-2 minutes. Add the eggs and cashews. Serve warm or cover and place in the fridge until ready to eat. I personally love this served warm.

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Creamy Cheddar Macaroni Salad

Creamy Cheddar Macaroni Salad

INGREDIENTS: SALAD: 4 cups of cooked elbow noodles 1 bell pepper cut into small chunks 2 celery sticks cut into small chunks 2 tbsp chopped red onion 1/2 – 3/4 cup cheddar cheese chunks SALAD DRESSING: 1/2 cup mayonnaise 1/2 cup sour cream 2 tbsp vinegar 1 tbsp prepared mustard 1 tsp sugar dash salt 1/4 tsp ground 

Big Italian Salad

Big Italian Salad

Ingredients : 1 garlic clove, smashed Salt 2 tablespoons mayonnaise 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil Freshly ground pepper 1 large romaine heart, chopped 1 small head of radicchio—halved, cored and coarsely chopped 1/4 

ASIAN PASTA SALAD

ASIAN PASTA SALAD

INGREDIENTS:

  • 8 ounces uncooked spaghetti
  • 4 carrots peeled, sliced thin
  • 10 mini sweet peppers (red and yellow), sliced
  • 1 cup edamame, cooked
  • 1 1/2 cups purple cabbage, sliced
  • 1 1/2 cups green cabbage, sliced
  • 3 green onions, chopped
  • 1/2 cup cilantro, chopped
  • 1 cup peanuts, chopped
  • sesame seeds

DRESSING:

  • 1/3 cup olive oil
  • 1/3 cup soy sauce
  • 5 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 3 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons fresh ginger (or 2 teaspoons ground ginger)
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 2 cloves minced garlic (or 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder)

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. Cook spaghetti according to directions on box. Once done, drain and place in a bowl of ice water until cooled. Drain again.
  2. While the pasta cooks, place dressing ingredients together in a jar and shake.
  3. Assemble by placing spaghetti in a bowl and topping with all the veggies, cilantro, peanuts, and sesame seeds. Pour the dressing on just before serving and toss until evenly coated. Serve immediately.

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Easy Greek Salad Recipe

Easy Greek Salad Recipe

INGREDIENTS: 6 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1/2 teaspoon fresh chopped garlic 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano or 1 teaspoon chopped fresh oregano 1/2 teaspoon dried dill, or 1 teaspoon chopped fresh dill Salt and freshly 

Steak Salad with White Beans and Peppers

Steak Salad with White Beans and Peppers

Ingredients: Directions1 15 ounce can navy, cannellini, or Great Northern beans, rinsed and drained 1 cup whole sweet piquante peppers, halved, or sliced banana peppers ½ cup thinly sliced red onion 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar 10 cups chopped lettuce 2 cups baby arugula Kosher salt and black pepper 1 pound boneless 

Creamy Cucumber Salad

Creamy Cucumber Salad

Ingredients:

  • English Cucumbers – These aren’t regular cucumbers, they are longer, skinnier, and usually have less seeds than standard cucumbers.
  • Chopped Dill – The fresh flavor and aroma of dill really gives this cucumber salad some life.
  • Garlic – A punch of fresh garlic balances out the mellow flavors.
  • Lemon Zest and Juice – This adds additional freshness and tang!
  • Plain Greek Yogurt – Instead of using sour cream, this recipe has a Greek twist by using Greek Yogurt. So creamy!
  • Granulated Sugar – Just a little, to balance out the tangy and sour flavors.
  • Salt and Pepper – Seasoning to bring out all the delicious flavors!

How To Make Cucumber Salad?

To make this Cucumber Dill Salad:

  1. Peel the cucumbers. Cut in half lengthwise. Then slice into thin pieces. Place the sliced cucumbers into a large bowl.
  2. Add the chopped dill, minced garlic, the zest of one lemon, lemon juice, plain greek yogurt, sugarsalt, and ground black pepper. 
  3. Toss until the yogurt blends into a thin dressing. Taste, then salt and pepper as needed. (Some years cucumbers are sweeter than other years so season accordingly.)
  4. Serve cold.

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Best Ever Tuna Salad Sandwich

Best Ever Tuna Salad Sandwich

INGREDIENTS: 1 (5 or 6-ounce) can tuna fish* 1/3 cup cottage cheese 2 tablespoons mayonnaise 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion 1 celery stalk, finely chopped (about 1/2 cup) 1 tablespoon capers 1 tablespoon lemon juice Pinch two of dill 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley 1