Cuisine: Salad

Watermelon, Mint, Feta and Balsamic Glaze

This Watermelon, Mint, Feta and Balsamic Glaze is so simple and very refreshing on a hot summer's night.

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 5 mins
  • Yields: 4 Servings

Crunchy Napa Cabbage Slaw

The key word here is crunchy! This Crunchy Napa Cabbage Slaw is so fresh tasting and the dressing is to die for!

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 25 mins
  • Cook: 10 mins
  • Yields: 16 Servings

Ramen Noodle Salad with Edamame and Mandarin Oranges

This Ramen Noodle Salad with Edamame and Mandarin Oranges is so crunchy and fresh tasting. Perfect for a picnic in the park. You can add chicken for more protein.

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 15 mins
  • Yields: 8 - 10 Servings

French Potato Salad

This French Potato Salad is great for picnics because it does not have mayonnaise. It's tangy, delicious and brightened up with the fresh herbs.

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 20 mins
  • Cook: 30 mins
  • Yields: 4 - 6 Servings

Lemon-Dill Orzo Pasta Salad with Cucumbers, Olives, and Feta

This Lemon-Dill Orzo Pasta Salad with Cucumbers, Olives, and Feta is a delicious light and lemony summer salad. Perfect for a picnic.

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 15 mins
  • Cook: 10 mins
  • Yields: 8 Servings

Roasted Red & Golden Beets with Sunflower Seeds & Arugula

This Roasted Red & Golden Beets with Sunflower Seeds & Arugula has the perfect balance of sweet and tangy. The maple sherry vinaigrette is transcendent. The original recipe calls for fresh chervil, which I could not find. I plan on growing my own.

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 10 mins
  • Cook: 45 mins
  • Yields: 4 Servings

Edamame Energy Bowl

This Edamame Energy Bowl with red quinoa is chock-full of energy and nutrients. Quinoa is a high source of protein, dietary fiber, several B vitamins and dietary minerals.

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 15 mins
  • Cook: 15 mins
  • Yields: 3 - 4 Servings

Roasted Shrimp Salad

Roasted Shrimp Salad with orange, dill, and capers is a delicious and refreshing salad that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. The shrimp are roasted and then tossed in a light and flavorful dressing made with orange juice, mayonnaise, dill, and capers.

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 10 mins
  • Cook: 10 mins
  • Yields: 6 Servings

Roasted Butternut Squash Orzo Salad with Spinach & Cranberries

Roasted Butternut Squash Orzo Salad with Spinach & Cranberries is packed with nutrition and a real crowd pleaser.

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 15 mins
  • Cook: 1 hrs
  • Yields: 4 - 6 Servings

Couscous with Asparagus & Mandarin Oranges

My aunt Marjorie gave me this recipe for Couscous with Asparagus & Mandarin Oranges years ago. I used Israeli couscous Harvest Blend from Trader Joe's. It's a great recipe for Spring.

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 15 mins
  • Cook: 25 mins
  • Yields: 4 Servings