Description This is a really easy chicken salad made with a cream and mustard dressing instead of mayo, which results in a lighter taste. Great for leftover chicken. Ingredients 1 pound coarsely shredded cooked chicken 1 (8 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained 1 cup pitted green olives, chopped ¾ cup golden raisins 2 carrots, … Read more
Description This quick and easy salad can be served as a side dish or a main course. I suggest serving it with sliced apple, sweet gherkins, or cornichons. Nice bread and a glass of white wine wouldn’t hurt either! Ingredients 1 (16 ounce) package bow tie (farfalle) pasta 1 tablespoon olive oil ¾ cup sour … Read more
Description This is a crunchy chicken and rice salad with an East Indian influence. Ingredients 3 cups cooked white rice 2 cups chopped cooked chicken breast ½ cup celery, sliced ¼ cup green onions, chopped ¼ cup chopped red bell pepper 1 cup sour cream ¼ cup mayonnaise 3 tablespoons peach or mango chutney 2 … Read more
Description A tasty summer classic with some added kick from roasted red peppers and pepperoncini. This zesty salad is great for potlucks because it’s not the usual bland potato salad. Ingredients 4 potatoes, peeled ½ cup chopped onion ½ cup chopped celery 2 tablespoons chopped roasted red pepper 2 tablespoons chopped pepperoncini 2 hard cooked … Read more
Description The use of the microwave to cook the potatoes is not only speedy but saves energy. This was my experiment, and we liked it a lot. Serve warm or chilled. Ingredients 8 potatoes, peeled and cubed ½ cup bottled Caesar salad dressing 2 carrots, coarsely grated 6 green onions, sliced 1 Hatch chile pepper, … Read more
Description Delicious and inexpensive, this is a breeze to whip up. You will love this sunny salad packed with seasonal tomatoes, basil, and garlic. An awesome take-along salad for work with some whole-grain pita wedges or a whole-grain bun, or a nice side for grilled chicken, pork, or fish! I heat the salad dressing (before … Read more
Description Sweet and delightful! Pears are filled with mayonnaise and cheese, then topped off with a festive cherry. A sure party pleaser. Ingredients 1 (16 ounce) can pear halves, drained ¼ cup mayonnaise ¼ cup shredded Cheddar cheese 6 maraschino cherries Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 10 mins Servings: 6
Description This is a Greek style salad that is delicious! It is hearty enough to serve as the main course. Ingredients 16 ounces cheese-filled tortellini 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced 1 red bell pepper, julienned 1 small red onion, julienned ½ cup sliced black olives ½ cup crumbled feta cheese 1 boneless chicken breast … Read more
Description Healthy and tasty slaw. Ingredients 1 (12 ounce) container plain nonfat Greek yogurt ½ cup mayonnaise ¼ cup white vinegar 2 tablespoons honey 1 tablespoon skim milk, or as needed salt and ground black pepper to taste 2 (12 ounce) packages coleslaw mix Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins Servings: … Read more
Description This sweet and crunchy salad is very kid friendly! I first tried this when I visited my family in Newfoundland, and managed to get a copy of the recipe. Make lots, there won’t be any left over. Any kind of lettuce can be used as well as spinach. Raisins can also be added. Ingredients … Read more