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appetizer, meal prep, salad, side, vegetarian, winter

January 23, 2017

Winter Rainbow Slaw with Blood Orange Dressing

When you think of winter vegetables, what comes to mind? Potatoes, squash, carrots... more potatoes? That certainly doesn't sound as inspiring as the vast array of fruits and veggies available in the summer. But believe it or not, there's more out there! My goal in creating this recipe was to capitalize on the range of produce that thrive in cooler temperatures, and the result was more beautiful and colorful than I planned. This recipe is a light and refreshing twist on classic slaw recipes, and it makes a great side to a thick and hearty winter soup. [...]

fall, main dish, meal prep, salad, side, vegetarian, winter

December 19, 2016

Kale-Quinoa Salad with Tahini Dressing

When trying to learn to eat intuitively again, "meal prepping" food in advance can be a huge help. When you have an arsenal of recipes that hold well for several days, such as this salad, you can prepare food on the weekends to eat throughout the week so you always have some things on hand to eat quickly when hunger strikes. This can also save you time, effort, and money later! Kale's tough leaves can handle being covered in dressing for several days, making it the queen salad green when it comes to advance preparation. Add this recipe to your meal prep arse[...]

fall, salad, side, vegetarian

November 14, 2016

Delicata Squash Salad

Roasting is a great way to take vegetables from meh to amazing. In roasting, the sugars in the food caramelize and interact with one another to create a brown crust, which is loaded with extra flavor. This brown flavor is usually characterized as nutty, sweet, and toasty - doesn't that sound wonderful this time of year? This roasted squash salad combines tender delicata squash and brussels sprouts with salty feta and sweet, balsamic-soaked cranberries to create a wonderful fall-inspired side dish. Most squash varieties like butternut and acorn have a t[...]

salad, side, spring, vegetable, vegetarian

August 19, 2015

Shaved asparagus salad

This beautiful and tasty recipe for a shaved asparagus salad is perfect for a summer picnic. I'm a little late in getting this out - I originally created this recipe when asparagus was in season at my local farmer's market, but it would still be delicious with late-season asparagus. It's lemony and super fresh-tasting with just the right amount of salty, cheesy punch. It takes a bit of patience to shred the asparagus with a vegetable peeler, but it seems to be the best way. My mandoline is usually stellar but didn't do a great job with this task. Th[...]

main dish, salad, side, vegetable, vegetarian, winter

February 4, 2015

Massaged kale winter salad with crunchy quinoa

Even for those who love a bowl of greens, sometimes it's just not appealing to eat salads in the winter. Generally speaking, when it's chilly outside we want a warming, hearty meal - not cold, light lettuce. This salad, however, is different. Using dense kale instead of crunchy romaine and topping with warm fried quinoa and shaved winter vegetables, this salad is perfectly winter-worthy and satisfying. Top with garlicky shredded chicken or glazed salmon, and you've got yourself a tasty winter salad. Few vegetables have taken the market by storm the way that ka[...]