This beautiful, refreshing salad brings together tender butter lettuce, juicy orange segments, creamy avocado, and the delicate crunch of toasted pistachios. Thinly shaved fennel adds a subtle anise note, while slivers of red onion provide just enough sharpness to balance the sweetness of the fruit. The real star, however, is the Fresh Guava Vinaigrette. Fragrant...Read More
The lemon guava’s naturally bright flavor makes a lovely dressing for delicate greens, especially a salad of peppery arugula, sliced pears, toasted pecans, and fresh goat cheese. INGREDIENTS: 2 tablespoons strained lemon guava purée 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lime juice 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar 1 teaspoon honey ½ teaspoon Dijon mustard 3 tablespoons extra-virgin...Read More
Bright, tangy, and deeply fruity, this pomegranate vinaigrette is one of those dressings that can make a simple salad feel special. The secret is reducing the pomegranate juice first, concentrating its natural sweet-tart flavor before whisking it with pomegranate molasses, Dijon mustard, shallot, honey, and good olive oil. It is especially lovely in fall and...Read More
This elegant early fall salad is built around one of the season’s sweetest treasures: fresh figs. Warm lavender-roasted figs pair beautifully with peppery arugula, creamy Gorgonzola dolce, and toasted walnuts, while a bright shallot vinaigrette keeps the salad balanced and savory. Serve it as a first course, alongside roast chicken or pork, or with a...Read More
Sweet maple syrup, tangy Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, and plenty of garlic make this a particularly good vinaigrette for fall. It has enough body and acidity to stand up to hearty ingredients like kale, roasted squash, grains, apples, pears, toasted nuts, and aged cheeses. Use it for grain bowls, roasted vegetable salads, shaved Brussels...Read More
Crisp cucumbers, creamy chickpeas, tangy feta, and plenty of fresh herbs make this simple salad especially refreshing on a warm day. A lively red wine vinaigrette with grainy mustard brings everything together with just the right balance of acidity and richness. Ready in about 20 minutes, this versatile salad is ideal for summer barbecues, picnics,...Read More
Creamy butter beans, crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, briny olives, and tangy feta come together in this colorful Greek-inspired salad. A simple lemon and olive oil dressing brightens every bite, while fresh dill, parsley, and mint add layers of garden-fresh flavor. Substantial enough for a light lunch yet easy enough for a quick side dish, this...Read More
Not every potato salad needs a bowl full of mayonnaise. This warm German-style potato salad has been bringing people back for second helpings for generations, thanks to its irresistible combination of crispy bacon, tender potatoes, sweet onions, and a tangy Dijon vinaigrette. It’s the perfect companion to burgers, grilled sausages, barbecue chicken, or smoked meats,...Read More
Every summer cookout needs a great potato salad, and sometimes the simplest recipes are the ones everyone remembers. This Garden Herb Potato Salad celebrates the fresh flavors of the season with tender red potatoes, crisp green onions, and plenty of fresh parsley folded into a light, tangy dressing. Creamy without being heavy, it’s the perfect...Read More
Summer is the season when the farmers markets overflow with sweet corn, sun-ripened cherry tomatoes, fragrant basil, creamy avocados, and crisp cucumbers. This colorful salad brings together some of summer’s finest ingredients in one fresh, vibrant bowl that’s as beautiful as it is delicious. Light, refreshing, and bursting with flavor, it’s the perfect side dish...Read More
