Blueberry Basil Avocado Salad

So many times I hear and feel the intimidation of a simple salad creation exuding from those who are not quite as familiar with the kitchen as I am. Salads are so simple for me. Just throw it all in and you’re set to go! Apparently others feel nervous about just the right flavor combination,…

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Buffalo Chicken Salad

My hubby absolutely adores Buffalo Chicken anything. Whether it be a buffalo chicken salad, a buffalo chicken wrap, a buffalo chicken sammy, or even a buffalo chicken pizza, he’s in heaven. Me, on the other hand, I’d never even experienced “buffalo chicken” before meeting this man of my dreams. While he still remains dreamy –…

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Sweet Cucumber Salad

Lunch on the go. Sweet bell pepper. Crunchy cucumbers. The divine trinity of oregano oil, sweet marjoram, and heavenly nutmeg, alongside all the pleasures of sea salt. Enough said. Sweet Cucumber Salad 1 medium cucumber, sliced 1 bell pepper, roughly chopped 1 Tbs. oregano oil 1 Tbs. fresh sweet marjoram, chopped 1/4 tsp. freshly grated nutmeg flaked sea…

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Cool as a Cucumber Salad

Yes, it’s October and it is certainly cooling down. The air is brisk and I notice a bite to the air on my morning walks. Fall, though, with the crisp coolness and the subtly of the light blue sky against bright bold colors of changing leaves, is my very favorite time of year. That said,…

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Zesty Fresh Mixed Beans

Inspired by Bon Apetit Magazine, I simply had to pair with my dearest of dears, Valerie, to recreate our own version. She has a garden bounty. And, she’s so very generous. I just love her. Oh, and I just LOVE this salad. It’s amazing. And, I believe our version is waaaaay better than the original….

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Green Peas, Shoots, and Leaves

Green is always good, in my opinion. Green this, green that ~ environmental, edible, eye-catching ~ it’s all exceptional. So is this refreshing summer salad. Fresh green snap peas, tangled among tender pea shoots, and tossed amid fresh mint leaves and aromatic cilantro and lime. Yes, amazing, indeed. Oh, and if you don’t dare to…

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Lemon Tahini Chicken

Lemons are oh, so refreshing this time of year. And, when coupled with the tangy brilliance of a tahini vinaigrette of sorts, a masterpiece is possible. Add to the lemon and tahini a succulent and moist oven roasted chicken breast, along with the bright green goodness of fresh baby spinach, and you’ve got yourself a…

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Swimming in Green

It’s the end of May and I’m beginning to swim in the great green goodness of spring and summer. Winter has been long. It’s time… Bright sunshiney days, clear blue skies, and good green foods in every way. It’s not that I don’t enjoy greens year round, I’ve just found myself more immersed than usual…

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Pesto Chicken Salad

Lunch lends itself to leftovers. There is one “someone” in our house who simply refuses to consume anything leftover. Seriously? Sometimes things are actually better the next day around the block…soup, lasagna, pizza (only cold, of course), and in this case, Cashew Kale Tarragon Pesto. It’s the “besto,” really. A little time for all of these…

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Spring Zoodle Salad

  Spring is here. Spring reminds me green. Bright, fresh, and green. Herbs galore. The zesty delight of cilantro and the intoxicating flavor and aroma of basil ~ with LIME ~ formulated together for another dish of amazing green goodness. Spring Zoodle Salad 3 large zucchini squash, spirlazed or “noodled” sea salt 1 large bunch…

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