What says summer better than salad watermelon?! This salad will instantly become a summer staple. Soon, any salad without watermelon will seem…incomplete? It’s true. You’ll get it once you try it. Luckily, this one is super simple (like five minutes simple) and the color palette is sure to impress even the most critical BBQ guest. […]
If you ask me, summer supper is not complete without a super summer salad. I make a big salad like this at least once a week with dinner and use the leftovers for lunch salads. This makes the perfect crisp, colorful side dish or light dinner or lunch if you add some protein, like grilled […]
This refreshingly crunchy salad is tasty, healthy, and super easy to make. With lots of veggies, healthy fats, and protein, it packs a powerful punch and tastes as indulgent as take-out! Makes a great lunch, dinner, side dish. Makes 2-3 servings and makes for great leftovers for the next day! In a bowl, combine: 1.5 […]
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This fresh corn salad is perfect for late summer and early fall dinners. Ingredients: 8 ears corn, shucked 3/4 cup finely diced red onion 5 Tbsp. cider vinegar 5 Tbsp. olive oil 3/4 tsp. salt Freshly ground black pepper 3/4 cup thinly sliced fresh basil leaves 1. In a large pot of boiling salted water, […]
What kind of nutritionist would I be without a post ALL about kale?! Kale gets a lot of buzz. It’s a superfood you should be eating regularly. Kale is one of the most nutrient-dense greens. High in beta carotene, Vitamin K, and Vitamin C, kale is also a good source of calcium for healthy bones […]
I don’t know about you, but I loooove a little crunch in my salad. I often turn to toasted nuts for a quick healthy crunch, a little protein, and healthy fat. Here’s my newest crunchy combination: In a toaster-safe tray, combine 1 cup garbanzo beans (chickpeas,) 1/4 cup pine nuts, and 1/4 cup pepitas (pumpkin […]
This lean, green-as-can-be salad came together in a snap (pea!) It’s super easy, tasty, crunchy, and will clearly deliver all your greens and more! With protein and healthy fat, this lean green monster salad can be a meal in itself, or a great side dish! On top of a bed of greens, (I used a […]
Tell me that’s not one of the best lookin’ salads! I have a feeling this one’s going to reappear on my dinner table a lot this spring. The bold colors and fresh flavors make it a win-win. With leftover chicken and asparagus from last night already cooked and ready to go, I whipped this puppy […]
What a crazy world we’re living in right now. Not sure about you, but my moods have been up and down and all around. Grateful one day, (or one minute) anxious and fearful the next. I’ve noticed that there are a few tweaks that have made all of the difference in the world to my […]