I serve a side salad most nights of the week and this dressing is the one I always make. It is the perfect simple vinaigrette. I will sometimes just serve it with greens and nothing else. Other times I will add cherry tomatoes, sliced shallots and goat cheese. But I think my favorite way to…
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Cornucopia Salad
Read moreThis is one of my favorite salads! I have been ordering this salad at Green Street Cafe in Pasadena for as along as I can remember. I decided to recreate my own version of this salad. It is packed with tons color and flavor and is perfect for springtime. I usually have majority of these…
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BBQ Chicken Salad
Read morePeople are cooking now more than ever because of the quarantine. I’ve been trying to be creative and come up with recipes using ingredients I have on hand. In an attempt to eat healthy(ish) during this crazy time, I’ve been making more salads as our weeknight dinners. Due to the fact that it is not…
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Fall Harvest Salad
Read moreThanksgiving is just around the corner! I LOVE this time of year. Spending time with my family is my absolute favorite thing about the holidays. However, the food is a close second. Most holiday dishes are quite indulgent (which I am all for) but it is also nice to have some lighter, healthy options as…
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Citrus Caprese Salad
Read moreSimple yet perfect, caprese salads are one of my favorite dishes. I make them all the time during summer with ripened tomatoes and burrata. Now that we’re in winter, citrus fruits are at their peak season. So I decided to switch it up and add some oranges to the salad. You can add any kind…
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Peach and Burrata Salad
Read morePeaches are sweetest and most delicious during summer! So, I take full advantage and use them in as many dishes as possible. Peaches are so versatile. Not only do I use them in salads, but they’re also amazing in appetizers, entrées AND desserts! I love to start off a dinner party with a peach tart (see…
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Cilantro Lime Chicken Salad
Read moreThis is the perfect summer salad. You can serve it as a side dish, but I prefer it as a main. It’s so light yet super filling. This is my version of the Nordstrom Cilantro Lime Chicken Salad. The dressing is one of my absolute favs. It’s slightly spicy from the chipotle peppers, with a…
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Watermelon Mint Salad
Read moreWatermelon is the quintessential summer food. We always have a container of cubed watermelon in the fridge. Cold watermelon on a hot summer day is perfection. Watermelon is delicious and refreshing on its own, but the flavors in this salad can’t be beat. This is a great dish to serve at a dinner party or…
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Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta Salad
Read moreI love recipes that you can make ahead of time! Since I entertain a lot, make-ahead recipes are a must. This is one of my favorite dishes to serve at a summer BBQ or picnic. The best part is that the longer it sits, the better it gets! I like to make this pasta salad…
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Mixed Berry and Chicken Salad
Read moreLight, colorful and delicious — this is the perfect summer salad. I really enjoy cooking seasonally. Even though we can get pretty much any fruit all year long here in Southern California, fruits just taste better when they’re in season. My husband and I love going to our local Farmer’s Market on Sunday mornings. Especially during…
