A slightly sweet pineapple-cranberry chicken salad sandwich spread with crunchy onions and celery Yield: 4 servings Ingredients: 1/2 cup mayonnaise3-4 ounces softened cream cheesecurry powder, salt, pepper to taste2 cups cooked and shredded or finely chopped chicken breast1/3 cup crushed pineapple (reserve a few tablespoons of the juice)1/4 cup dried… Read more »
A healthy taco salad with layers of lettuce, meat, beans, cheese, and more! Yield: 6 servings Ingredients: Taco Meat Ingredients: 1 pound ground beef1 small onion, chopped1 small clove garlic, minced (or a sprinkling of garlic salt)1 tablespoon water1/2 teaspoon paprika1 teaspoon chili powder1/2 tablespoon ground cumin*1/8 teaspoon ground black… Read more »
A sliced grilled chicken breast on top of lettuce tossed with apple pieces, candied walnuts, bleu cheese and a light Dijon vinaigrette dressing Yield: 2 large servings Ingredients: 2 small-medium (or 1 huge) heads of Romaine lettuce, washed and chopped bite-size*1/2 cup thinly sliced and halved red onion, optional2 red… Read more »
Thin-sliced grilled steak and grilled stir-fry veggies, tossed together with Romaine lettuce, fresh diced tomatoes, and feta cheese for a flavor-rich and filling salad! Yield: 4-6 servings (as a main dish) Ingredients: 8 cups bite-size broccoli florets1 large red onion1 1/2 teaspoons salt1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper2 teaspoons (about 4… Read more »
A bed of lettuces served with fresh tomatoes, turkey bacon, grilled chicken breast, hard-boiled eggs, avocado, crumbled cheese, and green onions. Top with dressing (recipe included) and enjoy! Yield: 4 large servings Ingredients: Cobb Salad Ingredients: 1/2 head Iceberg lettuce, chopped1 large head Romaine lettuce, chopped*2 tomatoes, diced6 strips turkey… Read more »
A bed of lettuce layered with colorful veggies, black beans, and cilantro, topped with tangy homemade dressing! Yield: 4 servings Ingredients: Dressing Ingredients: 3 tablespoons oil3 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar*2 cloves garlic, minced1/4 teaspoon saltdash pepper Salad and Toppings: Approximately 4 cups lettuce of your choice, freshly washed and torn1 cup… Read more »
A sliced grilled chicken breast on top of lettuce tossed with apple pieces, candied walnuts, bleu cheese and a light Dijon vinaigrette dressing Yield: 2 large servings Ingredients: 2 small-medium (or 1 huge) heads of Romaine lettuce, washed and chopped bite-size*1/2 cup thinly sliced and halved red onion, optional2 red… Read more »
A mildly sweet homemade vinegar and oil salad dressing with celery seed and other seasonings Yield: 12 servings (approx.) Ingredients: 1/4 cup vinegar1/4 cup water*1 heaping tablespoon sugar1/4 teaspoon garlic salt1/4 teaspoon onion salt1/4 teaspoon seasoned salt1/8 cup olive or vegetable oil1/8 teaspoon celery seed Instructions: 1. Combine all ingredients… Read more »
A flavorful medley of kidney beans, black beans, green beans and artichokes seasoned with rosemary and lightly sweetened with maple syrup Yield: 8 servings Ingredients: 1 can (15 ounces) cut green beans, drained (OR 1 1/2 cups cut cooked green beans from fresh or frozen)1 can (15 ounces) dark red… Read more »
A creamy homemade honey mustard dressing — sweet and tangy! Yield: About 1 1/2 cups of dressing Ingredients: 1/2 cup olive oil or flax seed oil3 tablespoons vinegar2 tablespoons water1/4 cup honey1/4 cup prepared mustard (Dijon or other*)1/2 teaspoon dried basil1 teaspoon saltdash of black pepper Instructions: 1. Combine all… Read more »
