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Strawberry Romaine Salad With Poppy Seed Dressing
We eat a lot of salads around here, especially in the warm summer months. They go great with grilled food and often make a main dish for lunch or dinner. I’m always on the lookout for a fresh take on eating our greens. Last summer I feel in love with the combination of strawberries and […]
Continue readingRed BBQ Slaw
Barbecue (or Red) Slaw is a Carolina tradition. We serve it on barbecue sandwiches or as a side to go with pulled pork. It’s also great on hot dogs and burgers. I like the fact that there’s no mayonnaise in this slaw recipe. It makes it perfect for outdoor picnics and barbecues. You don’t have […]
Continue readingBasic Vinaigrette with 5 Yummy Variations
We’ve been having a lot of simple meals around here lately. There’s just something nice about enjoying just the flavor of say a pan fried potato or a perfect cheese omelet. To round out our simple potatoes and egg dinner, I got ready to fix a green salad. Our usual ranch dressing just didn’t seem […]
Continue readingTuna and Rice Salad with Veggies
This is such a great summer salad. It’s full of veggies, rice and tuna. It’s a perfect example of healthy eating on a budget. It’s not just for summer though. Enjoy it as a yummy lunch throughout the year. You can make it ahead of time and pack it for lunch. Of course as with […]
Continue readingBroccoli Salad with Bacon
I remember the first time I had this salad. It was at a family cookout and I loved it. It took me a few different tries to come up with a version just like it. It’s since become a favorite. I’ll make it when I know we’ll cook something on the grill for dinner. I […]
Continue readingGarbanzo And Kidney Bean Rice Salad
This is an easy summer recipe and also comes in handy when the power goes out (or it’s just too hot too cook). I love it served at room temperature, but leftovers are great straight from the fridge the next day. For a portable lunch, try wrapping some of this in a flour tortilla for […]
Continue readingCucumber Salad With Ginger
Here’s a salad that’s as simple as it is delicious. It’s perfect when you are grilling in the backyard or for picnics. Since there is no mayonnaise etc, there is no need to worry about it spoiling to quickly in warm weather. 4 medium size fresh cucumbers, peeled 1/3 cup rice vinegar 1 tsp honey […]
Continue readingKale and Avocado Salad With Cucumber
One of my favorite new vegetables is Kale. It’s awesome in soups and stews, sauteed like any other green and I’ve even added it to my smoothies in the morning. You can also make some great healthy Kale chips. Kale is often found either sold by the bunch or in a large bag (washed and […]
Continue readingTomato and Chickpea Salad
I always have a few cans of chickpeas in the pantry to add to all sorts of dishes to make them more filling. Here’s one of my summer favorites. It’s a simple tomato and chickpea salad. Chickpeas are also often called garbanzo beans. Keep a few cans on hand and use them to make this […]
Continue readingBroccoli Cauliflower Salad With Raisins And Crunchy Bacon
Submitted by a HBHW reader. I just found your recipe for this dish. I make something similar. I made up a copy cat version from one served in a local family restaurant. broccoli cauliflower bacon bits raisins coleslaw dressing* It is broccoli cut up into tiny pieces, the same with equal amounts of cauliflower. Then […]
Continue readingEasy Chilled Three Bean And Cheddar Salad
I love cold 3 bean salads for summertime meals. They are easy to make and serve at picnics and cookouts. What makes this salad stand out from the rest is the added cheese. With the Cheddar cheese, we have added more protein and calcium, as well as more Vitamin D, Vitamin A, iron, and flavor! […]
Continue readingClassic Curried Chicken Salad With Grapes And Walnuts
This is the sort of salad you may remember from your mother’s or your grandmother’s table. You may also recognize it from a dinner club or hotel dining room. This is a classic salad enjoyed decades ago that is making a big comeback. The reason this salad is becoming so popular again is because so […]
Continue readingBeef And Beet Mixed Salad With Orange Vinaigrette Dressing
Fresh salads are a welcome meal when the weather starts getting warmer. But just because we’re eating lighter, doesn’t mean it can’t be a filling meal, as well. The next time you have some leftover roast beef, give this fresh, flavorful, and healthy meal a try. And talk about healthy! Beets are a great ‘super […]
Continue readingHealthy Broccoli Salad
SALAD: Put together in a large bowl: 2 heads of broccoli steamed 1-2 minutes and cooled to room temperature 1/3 c dried cranberries 1/2 c cashews 1/4 small red onion diced 4 T real bacon bits DRESSING: Whisk together in separate bowl: 1/4 c Splenda (or white sugar), 2 T cider vinegar, 2/3 c […]
Continue readingMom’s Favorite Chicken Salad
If you want a light lunch or dinner for Mom (especially after a big breakfast or brunch on Mother’s Day), this chicken salad is perfect. It’s classic, simple, and the whole family will enjoy it. You may want to sprinkle a few chopped walnuts on top for a little extra crunch. 1 C of mayonnaise […]
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