Salads
Pimenton Potato Salad
Yes, it’s true. Pimenton isn’t the spice that I use the most. I would say that cumin probably takes the cake on that one. But, it is certainly the spice I try to use the most. I’m always trying to come up with some new dish that I can sneak it [...]
Asian Mango Salsa
Sometimes it’s the smallest things that can snap us back into reality, reminding us what the true source of joy is in our lives. For me, it was simply watching My Soldier getting his uniform ready for the following morning.
For the last three weeks, he has been on block leave and we have been [...]
Day Two of My Chicken Experiment- Chickpea Quinoa Chicken Salad with Honey Mustard Dressing
Ah, day two.
Part of my goal with this experiment is to do very different preparations of chicken. I figure if I have to eat chicken everyday for a couple of days, I want some variety, ya know?
Cabbage Salad with Young Coconut Noodles and Crystallized Ginger
This salad was a beautiful, perfect combination of crunch from the veggies and soft suppleness of young coconut flesh. The flavors melded smoothly with the sweetness of the ginger and maple and the tang of the vinegars. The umeboshi plum vinegar provided a lovely splash of saltiness, and there with a subtle kick with the last minute addition of chili garlic sauce.
Herbed Chopped Salad with Tempeh and Balsamic-Marinated Onions
In my opinion, you can never have too many salad recipes. Pretty much everyday, and especially in the summertime, I crave salad. And, while I am no stranger to eating the same ol’ salad day in and day out, I love to have lots of new options to keep my lettuce habit from [...]
Grilled Vegetable and Salmon Salad with Cashew-Tamari Dressing
Not to toot my own horn or anything, but I think this might be the best salad ever!
Whole Grain Salad with Chickpeas, Red Peppers, and Avocado
Normally, I’m not really a huge fan of grain salads. To me, a salad means lettuce and veggies – maybe a little meat or fish on top, but certainly not a big ol’ scoop of rice or some other grain thrown in the mix. Something about it just doesn’t seem salad-y to me. [...]