Legumes brighten in flavor with the fresh herbs that season this salad. In Weir’s class, participants learn that the easiest way to pit a niçoise olive is to smack it with the side of a chef’s knife. Ingredients 1/4 cup red wine vinegar 1 tablespoon extravirgin olive oil 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper […]
Sriracha, a Thai hot sauce, adds a spicy kick to this noodle salad. Use less or omit it, if you prefer. If you can’t find fish sauce, substitute low-sodium soy sauce. Ingredients 4 ounces uncooked linguine 12 ounces peeled and deveined medium shrimp 1/2 cup fresh lime juice 1 tablespoon sugar 1 tablespoon Sriracha (hot […]
Use a rotisserie chicken to make dinner prep a breeze in this delicious, Asian-inspired main-dish chicken salad. Ingredients 2 tablespoons butter 2 tablespoons sliced almonds 1 (5-ounce) package Japanese curly noodles (chucka soba), crumbled 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce 1 1/2 tablespoons rice vinegar 1 tablespoon dark sesame oil 1 tablespoon honey 1 teaspoon Chinese […]
Ingredients 2 heads escarole, quartered lengthwise and rinsed Cooking spray 2 ounces pancetta, chopped 1 medium zucchini, quartered and cut into julienne strips 1 garlic clove, minced 1 cup fresh corn kernels 1/2 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley 1 (15-ounce) can navy beans, rinsed and drained 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar 1 teaspoon extravirgin olive […]
This colorful appetizer recipe would be a fine addition to an antipasto spread. Parmigiano-Reggiano provides nutty contrast to sweet melons and mirrors the taste of salty prosciutto. Ingredients 3 cups (1/2-inch) cubed honeydew melon (about 1/2 medium melon) 3 cups (1/2-inch) cubed cantaloupe (about 1 medium melon) 2 tablespoons thinly sliced fresh mint 1 teaspoon […]
Bacon, blue cheese, avocado, and chicken are all ingredients in the classic Cobb salad. Serve with a chilled summer soup or sandwich for a light and refreshing meal. Ingredients Cooking spray 1 1/2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast cutlets 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 8 cups mixed greens 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved […]
Grapes add polyphenol antioxidants, while the seeds and oil deliver vitamin E. Ingredients 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar 1 teaspoon honey 1 teaspoon maple syrup 1/2 teaspoon stone-ground mustard 2 teaspoons grapeseed oil 7 cups loosely packed baby arugula 2 cups red grapes, halved 2 tablespoons toasted sunflower seed kernels 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme […]
Inspired by Spanish tapas, this salad spotlights premium tuna. Bonito del Norte or albacore packed in oil are good choices for this recipe. Ingredients 2 quarts water 1 teaspoon salt 2 cups (1-inch) cut green beans (about 1/2 pound) 1/4 cup finely chopped shallots (about 2 medium) 2 fire-roasted piquillo peppers, chopped 1 (15-ounce) can […]
Syrup provides body and a rich, sweet base to the dressing. Using a lighter syrup grade creates a more delicate vinaigrette. For even more maple punch, seek out maple-cured bacon, steering clear of products with imitation maple flavoring, which tends to taste artificial. As one online reviewer says, “Fantastic! Definitely a company worthy salad.” Ingredients […]
Ingredients 1 1/4 cups uncooked orzo (rice-shaped pasta) 3 cups chopped grilled chicken breast strips (such as Tyson) 1 1/2 cups trimmed arugula 1 cup grape tomatoes, halved 1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper 1/4 cup prechopped red onion 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil 1 teaspoon chopped fresh oregano 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar 1 […]