Chili-Lime Barley & Vegetable Salad
Barley is a wonderfully versatile grain and is considered one of the world’s healthiest foods. It has a rich nutlike flavor and a chewy, pasta-like consistency that is great for a grain-based salad. This healthy, delicious, and colorful salad is satisfying, and the chili-lime dressing adds a punch of flavor.
Jasmine Rice Salad
Jasmine rice is an aromatic Thai rice with a nutty flavor. The ‘nuttiness’ of the rice combined with apples, raisins, pumpkin seeds, and feta will delight your stomach and your senses.
Lentil, Goat Cheese & Beet Salad
Beets are sweet, earthy root vegetables that are packed with health benefits. They’re good sources of fiber, magnesium, potassium, and zinc. The zesty taste of the mustard-lemon dressing pairs well with the beets and pecans, and the goat cheese brings a salty, creamy finish to this hearty salad. Once you try this quick and easy recipe, it will become a staple in your household.
Panzanella
Panzanella literally means stale bread in Italian; however, in this version, the dryness of the bread is recreated by toasting it. This salad is brimming with the flavors of garlic, basil, bell peppers, and juicy plum tomatoes. The toasted bread soaks up the liquids from the vegetables and the oil, and balsamic vinegar provides the zesty punch. Cubes of mozzarella cheese create a creamy finish. This recipe is a summer classic.
Strawberry, Mango & Lentil Salad with Balsamic Dressing
The combination of fragrant mango, silky avocado, sweet-tart strawberries and tomatoes, and peppery-savory lentils in a balsamic dressing makes this a multidimensional salad.
Quinoa & Corn Salad
Quinoa is a high-protein grain and one of the few plant foods that contain all nine essential amino acids. This simple and healthy recipe combines quinoa, corn, and mushrooms with garlic, onions, and lime for a delicious salad. Enjoy with a piece of fruit and healthy bread or crackers for a complete meal.
Black-Eyed Pea & Shiitake Salad
Black-eyed peas are among the most nourishing in the legume family. They’re high in fiber and low in fat. Their name comes from the prominent black spot on their creamy skin. In addition to the black-eyed peas, this salad features shiitake mushrooms and sugar snap peas, which are sautéed with tarragon for a hearty and tasty meal.
Asparagus with Confetti Dressing
In this asparagus side salad, we take the opportunity to boost the fiber and nutrient content of the tomato-lemon vinaigrette by adding bell peppers, carrot, cucumber, and onion. Serve hot, cold, or at room temperature.
Roasted Pear Salad with Blue Cheese Dressing
Your senses will delight in this roasted-pear salad dressed with creamy blue cheese and toasted pecans. Roasting the pears intensifies the flavor while making them soft and tender. Serve with a protein and crunchy baguette for a full meal.
