I look forward to cherry season every year because I know they’re “pure Michigan” grown and absolutely delicious. While great on their own as a snack, I love adding them to salads, salsas and desserts. I recently started growing some mint in my yard and knew it would add a perfect pop of freshness to … Wheatberry Salad with Cherries, Pistachios and Mint
Is there anything better than sunny and 75 weather? It almost doesn’t feel real after our long winter. Feeling the warmth immediately makes me crave crisp, cold salads full of color and flavor. This salad is super simple, but looks beautiful (and tastes even better). Pair it with grilled chicken or fish and you have … Watermelon, Berry and Pistachio Salad
This may look like “health food”, but it’s actually the perfect way to get a boatload of veggies and protein without sacrificing flavor. This salad provides a great crunch and holds up well in the fridge so you can enjoy it throughout the week (by itself, or with grilled chicken or fish). And once the … Chopped Broccoli Salad with Creamy Lemon Dressing
My husband has been begging me to make salads lately (I know, is this real life?) so I figured I would jump on the opportunity to come up with a fun one. I’ve had a tub of miso paste in my fridge that’s been staring at me, so I decided to turn it into a … Asian Shrimp Salad with Miso Dressing
With the holidays right around the corner, it’s nice to keep some healthy, protein packed recipes on the menu to round things out. This salad comes together in no time and is so delicious thanks to the sweet and salty dressing. Serve this at dinner with grilled chicken or pack it up for a perfectly … Edamame Cashew Salad with Honey-Tahini Dressing
This salad makes the perfect lunch because it’s full of protein and fiber, can stay at room temperature and keeps you full longer. Oh, and it tastes amazing too! Take advantage of the bulk bins at your grocery store to save money on the ingredients like nuts, grains and dried fruit. 1. Combine vinaigrette ingredients … Trail Mix Grain Salad with Herb Vinaigrette
When peaches are in season, I buy them in bulk! Not only do I love them for breakfast and snacking, but they are a wonderful addition to salads. I decided to make a version of the classic waldorf salad, but use golden raisins and peaches instead. This is a great dish to take to a … Peach Waldorf Salad
If you dealt with the Michigan winter like I did, you know how special these sunny days are. I stopped at the grocery store today after work and I saw a sign that read “Peaches: first of the season!”. They were juicy and ripe and I couldn’t resist turning them into something tasty! This salad … Massaged Kale Salad with Peaches, Blackberries and Toasty Pecans
I think we can officially say spring is here (finally!) and with that comes sweet, juicy strawberries. They are by far my favorite fruit and getting them this cheap means it’s time to stock up! They are especially tasty in this salad paired with tangy goat cheese and fresh blueberry dressing. Enjoy this meal for … Very Berry Grilled Chicken Salad with Blueberry-Balsamic Vinaigrette
One of the top food trends for 2015 are ancient grains. I’m pretty pumped to see these grains getting some recognition since they are so nutrient dense. While there are several types to choose from, one of my favorites is farro. The chewy texture is very satisfying and works well as a replacement for rice. … Farro and Kale Salad with Fresh Mango Vinaigrette
