Orzo pasta is so versatile – it works great in any pasta salad or as a replacement for rice. It cooks to a perfect al dente in just 8 minutes, so this dish is super quick to put together. We served ours with pork tenderloin and a leafy green salad which was a great combo, … Orzo with Veggies and Feta
Farro is one of my absolute favorite grains – I love it’s chewy texture. This weather calls for enjoying light salads like this one outside on the patio. This salad is great on its own for lunch, or I suggest serving it with turkey burgers or salmon for a delicious, nutritious dinner. Depending on what … Warm Farro Salad
Hard boiled eggs are one of my favorite go-to foods to have on-hand. I often make this salad and enjoy it for breakfast or lunch when I’m looking for an extra protein boost to keep me full throughout the work day. Serve this on toast, on a bed of greens or with crackers. 2. Add … Egg Salad
I love when my meals are colorful and full of fresh flavor! These bowls are the so delicious and perfect for meal prep. We definitely will be keeping this meal on rotation. Although this salad is vegetarian, you could easily top it with grilled chicken or salmon if you want to add more protein. 2. … Quinoa Kale Power Bowls with Apple Cider Vinaigrette
I love a big salad with lots of different colors, flavors and textures. This chopped salad starts with a bed of buttery lettuce, is topped with a rainbow of veggies and finished with honey roasted peanuts (my fave). The dressing is the true star here though – the combination of vinegar, sesame, honey and miso … Chopped Salad with Sesame-Miso Dressing
Cook noodles in a large pot of salted boiling water until tender, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and run under cold water until cooled. Transfer to a large bowl. 2. Combine mayo, sour cream, sugar, salt, celery seeds and pepper in a small bowl. 3. Add celery, carrot, onion, spinach, edamame, cheddar and dressing to the … Macaroni Salad
Grain salads are a wonderful lunch or side dish option. This salad is so flavorful and has a wide variety of colors and textures. The fresh herbs and creamy goat cheese really tie the whole dish together! This is really a complete meal on its own, but you could also serve this with grilled meat, … Sweet Corn and Basil Grain Salad
Sweet summertime – we’ve waited so long for this! I’m kicking off the season by sharing this yummy salad recipe which would be perfect to take on a picnic or to your next gathering. This salad is great on it’s own, but would be wonderful served with grilled chicken or salmon as well. If prepping … Butter Lettuce Salad with Blueberries and Poppyseed Dressing
I love using fresh herbs to liven up all kinds of dishes – no exception being potato salad. The dill in this recipe adds wonderful flavor and freshness. Serve this with any grilled meats or seafood. This keeps in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week. Place potatoes in a large … Dill Potato Salad
As picnic season approaches, I love having grab-and-go salads in our cooler to enjoy. Coleslaw has always been one of my favorite side dishes – it’s crunchy and tangy and goes really well with grilled meats. The sauce for this coleslaw mimics white BBQ sauce (aka Alabama white sauce). It’s not a sweet sauce like … White BBQ Coleslaw
