Q: What do witches put on their bagels? A: Scream cheese. Q: What do zombies call kids on skateboards? A: Meals On Wheels. Q: What do sea monsters eat for lunch? A: Fish and ships. Q: What do any of the above cheesy Halloween jokes have to do with this fantastic dish? A: Well, nothingContinue reading “Harvest Kale Salad with Maple Tahini Dressing and Roasted Salmon”
Category Archives: Salads
Watermelon, Feta and Mint Bites
The first official weekend of summer is finally upon us. Take a deep breath and let the beauty of that first sentence sink in … aahhhhh. Now, cube watermelon, crumble feta cheese, tear mint leaves, and assemble this lovely and straightforward gem of a summer dish. Wonderful as an appetizer or a salad. If you’re making thisContinue reading “Watermelon, Feta and Mint Bites”
Lebanese Lamb Kufta Kebabs and Tabbouleh Salad
I grew up with a Lebanese Mother who loved to cook. Her Lebanese feast ranks #1 on my “If I was stranded on a deserted island with one meal, what meal would it be?” list. So, with that in mind, go grab plenty of parsley and lamb and let’s get crackin’ on a few keyContinue reading “Lebanese Lamb Kufta Kebabs and Tabbouleh Salad”
Kale Salad with Breadcrumb Croutons
I’m guilty of it. I’ll readily admit. I’m guilty of eating kale multiple days a week. I love it in my Fall Quinoa and Kale Salad, Kale and Brussels Sprout Salad with Bacon, Almonds, and Pecorino, and Kale and Corn Salad with Basil Lime Vinaigrette. All incredibly tasty, satisfying, and hearty. But just because kaleContinue reading “Kale Salad with Breadcrumb Croutons”
Sesame-Ginger Soba Noodle Salad with Chicken
I’m writing this at 2pm on Friday of Labor Day weekend. We’ve all mailed it in at this point, right? We’re done doing “actual’ work. So, in the spirit of Labor Day, I give you this fantastic dish. Ideal for a lazy summer weekend afternoon. Sesame-Ginger Soba Noodle Salad with Chicken. Vibrantly flavored, full of crispContinue reading “Sesame-Ginger Soba Noodle Salad with Chicken”
Heirloom Tomato and Burrata Caprese Salad
“It is the sweet, simple things of life which are the real ones after all.” Laura Ingalls Wilder was right on. The freshness of your ingredients – heirloom tomatoes, burrata cheese, fresh basil – make this simple salad so beautiful and delicious. Ideal for late summer gatherings with friends or family. Pair with aContinue reading “Heirloom Tomato and Burrata Caprese Salad”
Asparagus, Egg and Bacon Salad with Dijon Vinaigrette
I have to give you an excuse for going over a month between blog posts. Would you believe I spent the last month in French Polynesia, retracing the last years of impressionist painter Paul Gauguin? I wouldn’t either. (I’ll save that for next year.) How about the fact that my good friend, chef MarioContinue reading “Asparagus, Egg and Bacon Salad with Dijon Vinaigrette”
Greek Tortellini Pasta Salad with Chicken
Some of the best memories are made in flip flops … while eating this dish. Summer’s back. Time to make Greek tortellini pasta salad. Here’s my update on the classic Greek salad. I mixed it up by adding cheese tortellini, shredded chicken, and a couple other tid bits. I’ve always got cheese tortellini onContinue reading “Greek Tortellini Pasta Salad with Chicken”
Roasted Tomato and Arugula Pasta Salad
I’ve got roasted garlic and tomatoes, and I’ve got feta cheese, and I’ve got arugula, and I’ve got artichokes, and I’ve got a deliciously lemony dressing. And, you may partake with me on one condition; that you listen to (read) my short rant about Spring weather in Chicago. Those of you not dealing withContinue reading “Roasted Tomato and Arugula Pasta Salad”
Arugula and Cauliflower Salad with Farro, Feta and Avocado
Stuck in a salad rut? Well, not anymore. This one has a fantastic variety of delicious and beautiful attributes. Time to bust that salad rut! (That sounds kinda weird, but I’m gonna roll with it.) Charred cauliflower is a fun and unique salad ingredient. When combined with the nutty farro, a hearty quality isContinue reading “Arugula and Cauliflower Salad with Farro, Feta and Avocado”
Emily Always Cooks 