Category: Recipes

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Thai Beef Salad 17

Although sirloin works fine in this salad, you could, for special occasions, spring for tender, deeply flavorful (but more expensive) rib-eye. You can also make the whole thing ahead of time, as long as the dressing is added right before serving. Ingredients Leaves from 1/2 bunch cilantro 1 package (4 oz.) sprouts, such as radish […]

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Romaine Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette 16

Customize this basic salad by using other fruit, such as dried cranberries, apricots, or raisins, or different cheeses, like blue or goat. Ingredients 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon minced shallots 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1/8 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 garlic […]

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Shrimp Cobb Salad 15

Ingredients 4 slices center-cut bacon 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined 1/2 teaspoon paprika 1/4 teaspoon black pepper Cooking spray 1/4 teaspoon salt, divided 2 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1 1/2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1/2 teaspoon whole-grain Dijon mustard 1 (10-ounce) package romaine salad 2 cups cherry tomatoes, quartered 1 cup shredded […]

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Shrimp and Arugula Salad 14

The white balsamic won’t discolor the shrimp or bright veggies. For something a little sharper, substitute white wine vinegar. Ingredients 4 cups loosely packed baby arugula 1 cup (1/4 x 3-inch) julienne-cut red bell pepper 1/2 cup matchstick-cut carrot 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided 2 teaspoons minced fresh rosemary 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper […]

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Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad 13

4 (4-ounce) skinned, boned chicken breast halves 1/2 cup reduced-fat Caesar dressing, divided 2 cups cubed French bread Olive oil-flavored vegetable cooking spray 6 cups torn romaine lettuce 1 cup sliced cucumber 2 medium tomatoes, each cut into 8 wedges 2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese Freshly ground pepper (optional) Nutritional Information How to Make […]

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Chicken and Prosciutto Salad with Arugula and Asiago 12

A weekday dinner gets very easy and very tasty with this standout Chicken and Prosciutto Salad with Arugula and Asiago. Ingredients 2 (1-ounce) slices sourdough bread, cut into 1/2-inch cubes Cooking spray 1/2 teaspoon dried basil 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided 2 ounces very thin slices prosciutto, chopped 2 tablespoons […]

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Cobb Salad with Green Goddess Dressing 11

Prepare and refrigerate the dressing up to one hour before serving. The dressing also works as a delicious dip for grilled shrimp or cut-up vegetables. Ingredients Dressing: 1/2 cup plain fat-free yogurt 1/4 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise 2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley 3 tablespoons chopped green onions 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives 3 tablespoons white […]

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Soba Noodle Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette 10

Look for soba noodles, often labeled buckwheat noodles, in the Asian section of supermarkets. Ingredients 1 (8-ounce) package soba noodles 1 1/4 cups frozen shelled edamame (green soybeans) 3/4 cup matchstick-cut carrots 1/3 cup sliced green onions 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro 1 1/2 teaspoons chopped serrano chile 1 pound peeled and deveined medium shrimp […]

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Stir-Fried Chicken Salad 9

A light, weeknight dinner can be on the table in a flash thanks to quick-cooking chicken tenders. Ingredients 1/4 cup fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar 1 tablespoon Thai fish sauce 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce 1 tablespoon bottled chopped garlic 2 teaspoons sugar 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast tenders 1 […]

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Quinoa, Smoked Trout, and Beet Salad 8

Ingredients 3 ounces pumpernickel bread, cubed 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, divided 1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1 1/2 tablespoons prepared horseradish 2 teaspoons whole-grain mustard 1 (8-ounce) package frozen precooked quinoa (such as Village Harvest), thawed 1 (5-ounce) package mixed salad greens 1 (4-ounce) package smoked trout, skinned 4 ounces precooked packaged beets, […]