Watermelon Salad

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Watermelon by itself is refreshing and cool in the middle of the summer. Watermelon in a simple salad with a little balsamic vinegar, onion, and mint is one of those dishes that’s more than the sum of its parts. Give it a try.

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Blueberry Mint & Cucumber Salad with Feta

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This is the ultimate taste of summer. Fresh blueberries paired with cucumber and mint from the garden and accented with local feta make a knock-out side to add to any cookout.

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Blackberry Lemon Salad

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Blackberries and lemons are the peak of fresh summer flavor. Paired with dill for that little je ne sais quoi, this salad will become an instant hit.

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Grilled Sirloin Tip Steak Salad

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A little steak is a delightful treat, and a crisp bed of greens and veggies shows it off to perfection. An easy spice rub plays off a simple vinegar and oil dressing of the salad for a robust flavor all around.

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Nectarine Bulgur Salad

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Bulgur is sometimes sold as cracked wheat, and the two can be used interchangeably with minor modifications to cook times. Be sure to check the package instructions. Bulgur is a pre-cooked version of cracked wheat and so has the shorter cooking time. Tip: Although this will look nicer with white balsamic vinegar, regular balsamic will […]

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Lemony Grilled Potato Salad

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Made with freshly grilled vegetables and dressed with a fresh lemon-herb dressing, this warm potato salad is an absolute treat. Serve it at your next cookout…and then make a second batch the next day because you’ll be sad there weren’t any leftovers.

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Southwestern Rice Salad

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Rice salads make excellent lunches. The hearty grains absorb flavors as they sit in the fridge and don’t get soggy as green salads can. This simple flavor profile is easy to make from pantry ingredients. Tip: Cooling rice properly before storing is important for food safety, so don’t skip the step of spreading the rice […]

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Red, White & Blue Salad

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America’s Independence Day coincides with the peak of fresh berry season, making this salad the perfect choice to celebrate the 4th of July.

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