Category: Recipes

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Shrimp Cobb Salad

Typical Cobb salads include chicken and hard-cooked eggs; this riff uses shrimp and corn. 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 […]

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Shrimp and Arugula Salad

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

Prep: 14 minutes Marinate: 1 hour Cook: 10 minutes Ingredients 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 […]

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Chicken and Prosciutto Salad with Arugula and Asiago

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

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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Stir-Fried Chicken Salad

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

Layering the elements of this flavor-bomb salad guarantees even distribution in every bite and makes for a lovely platter. 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 […]

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Fennel and Clementine Salad with Chicken, Almonds, and Feta

Fennel’s licorice-y sweetness is a great match for juicy citrus and salty feta. But if it’s not your favorite, swap the fennel out in favor of thinly sliced red onion. Ingredients 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons sherry vinegar 1 teaspoon honey 3/8 teaspoon kosher salt, divided 1 garlic clove, minced 1/2 cup chopped […]

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Chicken and Arugula Pasta Salad

ust a bit of a rich and pungent cheese can go quite a long way. Tossing hot pasta with a few ounces of creamy Brie makes for a light, luscious, and flavorful sauce to coat this abundant bowl of chicken, fresh veggies, and whole-grain noodles. Ingredients 6 ounces uncooked whole-wheat fusilli pasta 1 medium shallot, […]

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Steak and Tomato Panzanella

We use the broiler to keep this vibrant summer salad speedy, but if you already have the grill cranked up, this dish easily transitions to an outdoor entrée. Ingredients 1 pound flank steak, trimmed and cut into 1-in. cubes Cooking spray 3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, divided 6 ounces […]