I have a friend who says, “Bring a sexy salad!” to a potluck, meaning one that grabs attention. This one fits the bill, redolent with herbs and spices that give it a taste evocative of the Mediterranean and North Africa. The lemon and cilantro provide a fresh contrast to the earthiness of the beetroot. Use …
Ah, the garden is flowing with all kinds of salad greens. From arugula to Spring Mix, spinach to Romaine, the lettuces are all over. And you know what? Plain, regular salad can get really boring! Don’t get me wrong, I love fresh salad, topped with tomatoes, cucumbers, cheese, some hard cooked eggs and homemade dressing. …
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The humble strawberry boasts an amazing amount of Vitamin C (139% of the RDA) with only 49 calories per cup. It’s low glycemic, making it a perfect food for just about anyone. They can be eaten raw, in smoothies, salads, ice cream or in cakes and pies. Simple strawberry recipes that feature the red jewel …
This pasta dish is made withe fresh tomatoes, garlic, and garden greens for a treat all year long! It’s a quick and simple meal to make for those busy nights, and a great way to get green veggies into your pickier eaters. I used this as a way to introduce arugala to my family. It …
I love eating salads. My oldest son will eat them, if served when he’s in the right mood. My other two kids don’t “like green foods” but will eat them, if only under duress. Having the same old salad dressing can get really boring. The store bought stuff can get expensive quickly, not to mention all …
I love eating salads. I could eat taco salad for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. The problem a lot of people have with salads is that we toss some limp greens on a plate, smother it with a creamy, tasteless dressing and call it “salad”. We need to add variety to that! This taco salad is …
