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Winter Greens Salad with Warm Apricot Dressing

Saladsarugula, bitter greens, radicchio, winter salad

Winter Greens Salad with Warm Apricot Dressing features arugula, endive, radicchio, toasted almonds, and goat cheese tossed with a warm apricot–herb vinaigrette.

Butternut Squash Salad with Hazelnuts

Saladsbutternut squash, hazelnut oil, hazelnuts, salad

Butternut Squash Salad with Hazelnuts blends roasted squash, arugula, frisée, prosciutto, and toasted hazelnuts with a warm hazelnut oil dressing for a vibrant winter salad.

Cranberry–Pecan Wheat Berry Salad

Grains, Rice, Rice, Beans and Grains, Saladscranberries, hard wheat, pecans, red wheat salad, wheat berries, whole grain salad, wild rice, wild rice salad

Cranberry–Pecan Wheat Berry Salad combines wheat berries, wild rice, nuts, cranberries, and fresh herbs with a tangy lime–Dijon dressing for a wholesome, satisfying side dish.

Spicy Mexican Coleslaw

Saladscabbage, coleslaw, Mexican coleslaw

Spicy Mexican Coleslaw combines cabbage, jicama, tomatoes, jalapeños, and cilantro with a tangy lime–orange dressing for a fresh, flavorful side dish.

Blood Orange and Watercress Salad

Saladsblood oranges, vinaigrette, watercress salad

This Blood Orange and Watercress Salad pairs citrus segments with peppery greens and a nutty vinaigrette made from walnut, hazelnut, and olive oils—an elegant winter market dish.

Shrimp Rémoulade

Appetizers, Appetizers Cold, Saladsappetizer, Rémoulade Sauce, shrimp, shrimp salad

Bright, tangy, and full of New Orleans flair, Shrimp Rémoulade is a timeless French Quarter favorite. This version, inspired by the elegant kitchens of Arnaud’s and Galatoire’s, features a creamy, spicy Creole-style rémoulade made with mustard, horseradish, and paprika. The sauce is rich and complex—perfect for tossing with tender shrimp and serving over crisp lettuce...

The Original Caesar Salad

Saladscaesar salad, original caesar salad

Few salads have earned the fame—or inspired as many variations—as the Caesar Salad. Legend has it that restaurateur Caesar Cardini created this dish “on the fly” one busy night in Tijuana when ingredients were scarce. Using what he had on hand—Romaine lettuce, olive oil, lemon, Worcestershire, and Parmesan—he tossed the salad tableside with flair, and...

Best Egg Salad

Appetizers, Appetizers Cold, Cold Sandwiches, Salads, Salads and Dressings, Sandwiches and Paniniegg salad, eggs, salads

Simple, satisfying, and endlessly versatile, this classic egg salad is proof that the simplest recipes often bring the most comfort. Fresh herbs and Dijon mustard add brightness to creamy chopped eggs, making it just as delicious tucked into a sandwich as it is spooned onto a bagel or served with crisp crackers. With endless variations—from...

Szechwan Spinach Salad

SaladsBloomsdale spinach, spinach salad, szechwan salad dressing, wilted spinach salad

This lively salad takes tender Bloomsdale spinach and gives it a bold Szechwan twist with soy, sesame, ginger, and a gentle kick of chile heat. Quick-blanched spinach keeps its deep green color and silky texture, soaking up the tangy, aromatic dressing. Simple, refreshing, and full of umami, it’s an easy make-ahead dish that pairs beautifully...

Shrimp, Avocado and Mango Salad

Fish and Seafood, Main Courses, Saladsavocado, lunch, macadamia nuts, mango, seafood, shrimp, shrimp salad

This vibrant salad captures the essence of summer on a plate—sweet, spicy, creamy, and crisp all at once. Juicy mango dusted with cayenne pairs beautifully with buttery avocado and tender shrimp, while a drizzle of lime-ginger vinaigrette ties everything together with bright, citrusy balance. It’s a dish of delightful contrasts: the cooling avocado softens the...