Tuscan Tortellini Salad

Tuscan Tortellini Salad

Portions:6
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Ingredients

  • 1 lb. fresh cheese tortellini
  • ¼ c. extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 tbsp. balsamic vinegar
  • ½ tbsp. honey
  • kosher salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • ¾ c. chopped salami or prosciutto
  • ½ c. baby spinach
  • ½ c. oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes chopped
  • ¼ c. freshly grated Parmesan

Instructions

  • In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook tortellini according to package directions.
  • Drain and transfer to large serving bowl.
  • Make dressing: Whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar and honey and season with salt and pepper.
  • To bowl, add prosciutto, spinach, sun-dried tomatoes and dressing and toss until well combined.
  • Garnish with Parmesan.
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Course Pasta / Salad

Bacon-Ranch Potato Salad

Bacon-Ranch Potato Salad

Portions:4
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Ingredients

  • 2 lb. baby red potatoes halved (or quartered if large)
  • 6 slices bacon
  • 16 oz. tub sour cream
  • Juice of 2 lemons
  • ½ package ranch seasoning
  • kosher salt
  • 1 c. shredded Cheddar
  • ½ c. freshly chopped chives

Instructions

  • In a large pot of boiling water, cook potatoes until fork tender, about 15.
  • Drain and rinse under cold water, then transfer to a large bowl.
  • Meanwhile, in a large skillet over medium heat, cook bacon until crispy.
  • Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain, then crumble.
  • In a small bowl, stir together sour cream, lemon juice and ranch seasoning.
  • Adjust seasoning if necessary.
  • Add sour cream mixture to potatoes and toss until combined.
  • Add cheddar, chives and bacon and toss until combined.
  • Refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving.
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Course Pork / Salad

Summer panzanella

Summer panzanella

Portions:6
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Ingredients

  • 2 large baguettes cut into 1-inch cubes
  • ½ c. extra-virgin olive oil divided
  • 3 tbsp. red wine vinegar
  • 1 tsp. honey
  • kosher salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 large seedless cucumber, roughly chopped
  • 2 pt. cherry tomatoes preferably multi-colored, halved
  • 1 red onion chopped
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 bunch basil torn

Instructions

  • Pre-heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Meanwhile, in a large bowl, toss bread with 1/4 cup olive oil.
  • Add bread to skillet and toast until golden and crisp, about 10.
  • Drain and set aside to cool.
  • Make dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together red wine vinegar, remaining 1/4 cup olive oil and honey.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • To large bowl, add crispy bread, cucumber, tomatoes, onion and garlic.
  • Toss with dressing until evenly coated and season with more salt and pepper.
  • Garnish with basil and serve.
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Course Salad

Balsamic grilled steak salad with peaches

Balsamic grilled steak salad with peaches

Portions:4
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Ingredients

  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp. brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp. vegetable oil
  • kosher salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • ¼ c. extra-virgin olive oil
  • Juice of 1 large lemon
  • 6 c. baby arugula
  • 2 peaches thinly sliced
  • c. crumbled blue cheese or feta

Instructions

  • Add steak to a large Ziploc bag or baking dish and toss in balsamic vinegar, garlic and brown sugar.
  • Let marinate 20 at room temperature.
  • Heat a grill or grill pan to high.
  • Rub steak with vegetable oil and season generously with salt and pepper.
  • Grill until desired doneness, 3 per side for medium rare.
  • Let rest 5, then slice.
  • Meanwhile, make dressing: In a small bowl whisk together olive oil and lemon juice and season with salt and pepper.

Arrange salad:

  • In a large serving bowl, add arugula, peaches, blue cheese or feta, and steak.
  • Drizzle with dressing and gently toss.
  • Serve immediately.
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Course Beef / Fruit / Salad

Blt pasta salad

Blt pasta salad

Portions:8
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Ingredients

  • 1 lb. elbow macaroni
  • 3 slices bacon chopped
  • ½ c. Shredded romaine lettuce
  • 1 c. cherry tomatoes halved
  • kosher salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • ½ c. ranch dressing

Instructions

  • In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook macaroni according to package directions until al dente.
  • Drain, then transfer to a large serving bowl.
  • In the meantime, cook bacon until crispy.
  • Drain and set aside.
  • Add cooled bacon, lettuce, and tomato to serving bowl.
  • Season with salt and pepper then toss with Ranch dressing and serve.
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Course Pasta / Salad

Strawberry balsamic pasta salad

Strawberry balsamic pasta salad

Portions:8
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Ingredients

  • 1 lb. farfalle
  • ¼ c. balsamic vinegar
  • ½ c. Feta crumbled
  • 2 c. strawberries quartered
  • ½ c. baby spinach
  • kosher salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • ¼ c. almond slivers toasted, for garnish

Instructions

  • In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook farfalle according to package directions until al dente.
  • Drain, then transfer to a large serving bowl.
  • Make balsamic glaze: In a small saucepan, bring balsamic vinegar to a boil.
  • Reduce heat and simmer until thickened, about 10.
  • To bowl, add feta, strawberries and spinach.
  • Season generously with salt and pepper and toss to combine.
  • Drizzle with balsamic glaze and garnish with almonds.
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Course Fruit / Pasta / Salad

Shrimp salad stuffed avocados

SHRIMP SALAD STUFFED AVOCADOS

Shrimp salad stuffed avocados

Portions:1
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Ingredients

  • 2 avocados pitted
  • 2 tbsp. Extra virgin olive oil
  • ½ lb. raw de-veined shrimp (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 c. cherry tomatoes halved
  • ½ c. corn fresh, frozen, or canned
  • ¼ c. Greek yogurt
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • kosher salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • Basil for garnish

Instructions

  • Scoop out avocados, leaving a small border.
  • Dice avocado and set aside.
  • In a skillet over medium-high heat, heat olive oil.
  • Add shrimp and cook until fully cooked through, 5-7.
  • Let cool, then chop into bite-size pieces.
  • In a large bowl, toss diced avocado with shrimp, tomatoes, corn, greek yogurt, and lemon juice.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • Divide salad among 4 avocado halves.
  • Garnish with basil.
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Bruschetta pasta salad

Bruschetta pasta salad

Portions:4
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Ingredients

  • 1 lb. orecchiette
  • ¼ c. extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 tbsp. balsamic vinegar
  • kosher salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 pt. cherry tomatoes preferably multi-colored, halved
  • ¼ c. torn basil for garnish

Instructions

  • In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook orecchiette according to package directions until al dente.
  • Drain and set aside.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil and balsamic vinegar, then season with salt and pepper.
  • To bowl, add pasta, garlic and tomatoes; toss with dressing to combine.
  • Garnish with basil and serve.
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Course Pasta / Salad

Best tuna salad

Best tuna salad

Portions:4
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Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp. plain Greek yogurt
  • Juice of 1/2 lemon
  • Dash hot sauce optional
  • 2 6-oz. cans tuna (preferably packed in olive oil)
  • ¼ small red onion finely chopped
  • 2 dill pickles finely chopped
  • Kosher salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • Lettuce for serving
  • Bread for serving

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, yogurt, lemon juice, and hot sauce (if using).
  • Drain tuna then add to mayonnaise mixture.
  • Use a fork to break up tuna into flakes.
  • Add red onion and pickles and toss to combine.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • Serve on lettuce or bread as a sandwich.
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Piña colada chicken salad

PIÑA COLADA CHICKEN SALAD

Piña colada chicken salad

Portions:4
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Ingredients

  • 1 c. shredded coconut
  • kosher salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 head romaine
  • 1 red bell pepper thinly sliced
  • 2 c. pineapple chopped
  • ½ c. coconut milk
  • Juice of 2 limes
  • Zest of 1 lime
  • pinch of crushed red pepper flakes

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400°.
  • Dredge chicken in flour, egg and coconut and transfer to a baking sheet.
  • Season generously with salt and pepper.
  • Bake until cooked through and coconut is golden, 12.
  • Meanwhile, arrange salad: In a large bowl combine romaine, red pepper, pineapple and chicken.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together coconut milk, lime juice and zest, and red pepper flakes and season with salt.
  • Drizzle with dressing and serve
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Course Chicken / Salad