Arugula and Charred Tomato Salad

This salad was inspired by one from Kathleen Ashmore, and I absolutely loved it. The combo of arugula, feta, charred tomatoes and creamy balsamic was so well balanced and delicious! There are a couple of ways you can char the cherry tomatoes for this. I did mine under the broiler. Just turn the broiler toContinueContinue reading “Arugula and Charred Tomato Salad”

Shredded Vegetable Caesar with Grilled Chicken

I am a huge Caesar salad fan. This shredded vegetable Caesar with grilled chicken is a nice variation on the original, with some extra nutrition from the kale and carrots. You could also top the salad base with rotisserie chicken, fried chicken, shrimp, tofu…. anything that sounds good. I used homemade eggless Caesar dressing forContinueContinue reading “Shredded Vegetable Caesar with Grilled Chicken”

Winter Vegetable Salad with Balsamic Mustard Dressing

I love this bright and healthy winter vegetable salad. Roasting all the root veggies in olive oil, balsamic, salt and pepper caramelizes them and gives so much flavor. This salad combines roasted beets, butternut squash, fennel, and carrots with fresh kale and shallots in a delicious balsamic mustard dressing. It is a great way toContinueContinue reading “Winter Vegetable Salad with Balsamic Mustard Dressing”

BBQ Salmon Salad with Roasted Chickpeas and Ranch

This salad has so many tasty things. Tender, flaky salmon with bbq glaze, spicy arugula, crunchy roasted chickpeas, herbs, and homemade ranch. Yummy! This a super fast to put together if you have roasted the chickpeas ahead of time. Does anyone else love roasted chickpeas as much as I do? Their texture is so satisfying.ContinueContinue reading “BBQ Salmon Salad with Roasted Chickpeas and Ranch”

Chopped Salad with Roasted Red Pepper Dressing

This recipe is from Kathleen Ashmore. I love her salad recipes! They have so many great ingredients and interesting dressings. We had this chopped salad with our spinach and artichoke galette last week, but it kept well in my fridge for a few days after and I ate it for lunch every day. The baseContinueContinue reading “Chopped Salad with Roasted Red Pepper Dressing”

Pesto Chicken Caesar Salad with Tomatoes and Fresh Mozzarella

I know I just posted a recipe with pesto yesterday, but I had some left and pesto chicken Caesar salad is a delicious way to use it up. This recipe is originally from Half Baked Harvest, although I make a few changes to it. It is another 35-45 minute dinner and I love that! TheContinueContinue reading “Pesto Chicken Caesar Salad with Tomatoes and Fresh Mozzarella”

Cilantro Lime Chicken Taco Salad

This dinner salad recipe is originally from the Carlsbad Cravings site, which I love. I love salad, but I especially love salad like this cilantro lime chicken taco salad with a ton of good stuff in it. The more tasty ingredients the better. Homemade dressing also goes a long way to making salads better. TheyContinueContinue reading “Cilantro Lime Chicken Taco Salad”

Pesto Pasta Salad with Mozzarella and Tomatoes

Pesto Pasta Salad This pesto pasta salad with mozzarella and tomatoes is super easy to make and really versatile. You can use it as a side dish with dinner, as lunch, or to bring to a party or BBQ. It only takes a few ingredients but it has tons of flavor and people will loveContinueContinue reading “Pesto Pasta Salad with Mozzarella and Tomatoes”

Caesar Salad with Homemade Dressing and Croutons

Caesar Salad with Homemade Dressing and Croutons Do you all have a favorite salad? I love salad and have tons of salad recipes I make repeatedly, but I’m always looking for a new one. If you have a great one you are willing to share, message me! Caesar is one of my favorites. Nutritionally itContinueContinue reading “Caesar Salad with Homemade Dressing and Croutons”