Asian Pear Slaw

Asian Pear SlawOne Guiding Stars iconOne Guiding Stars indicate good nutritional value.

Give slaw a refreshing and surprising twist with sweet pears and the heat of chili peppers. This recipe calls for jalapeño, which are easy to find, but Fresno chilis make a lovely alternative if you can get them.

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Asian Apple Chicken Salad

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Mild chicken and sweet-tart apples are the perfect base for showcasing the favorite flavors of Asian dressings. The flavor is given further rich complexity with fresh herbs.

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Asian Slaw

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A little chopped cilantro and lime juice added to the dressing is a delicious alteration to this slaw. You can either eat this quite fresh for maximum crispness or make it up to a day ahead for thorough marination of the flavors.

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Three Bean Salad

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This classic bean salad is the perfect side dish for your summer picnic. Canned beans can be swapped in to make it speedier to prepare, but if you go that route, look for low-sodium or no-salt-added options.

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Marinated Mushroom & Pan-Fried Cauliflower Salad

Marinated Mushroom & Pan-Fried Cauliflower SaladOne Guiding Stars iconOne Guiding Stars indicate good nutritional value.

Juicy marinated mushrooms team up with crispy, cheese-coated cauliflower and fresh parsley for a lovely salad full of complex textures and flavors. The cauliflower will be at its best straight from the pan, but the mushrooms wouldn’t hurt from an overnight soak. To take this up a notch, let the mushrooms marinate overnight in the […]

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Mixed Greens with Mustard Dressing

Mixed Greens with Mustard DressingOne Guiding Stars iconOne Guiding Stars indicate good nutritional value.

Take advantage of the farmers’ market in spring to get the freshest, highest quality ingredients for this salad with a variety of greens. For the best flavor, take a moment to scrub up and massage the dressing into your greens, which breaks up the naturally hydrophobic surface of the leaves to make sure you get […]

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Mediterranean Eggplant & Barley Salad

Mediterranean Eggplant and Barley SaladTwo Guiding Stars iconTwo Guiding Stars indicate better nutritional value.

Perfectly baked eggplant and zucchini should have a soft, buttery texture that almost melts in your mouth. Combine with chewy barley and a crisp, lemon dressing, this filling and unusual warm salad is a flavorful addition to your dinner recipes.

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Greek Village Salad

Greek Village SaladOne Guiding Stars iconOne Guiding Stars indicate good nutritional value.

A quick, easy and delicious salad that will match your favorite entrees. If you grow your own herbs, swap the dried oregano out with a handful of whatever you have fresh on hand for even better flavor. Tarragon, marjoram, or thyme would all work beautifully.

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