Blog Archives for tag Salad

Watercress & Grapefruit Salad with Walnut Vinaigrette

I adore using a variety of citrus fruits in my cooking this time of year.  When it is chilly and grey… Continue reading »

‘Mixed Greens with Pink Peppercorn Vinaigrette’

Pink peppercorns are a unique way to add a naturally herbal and slightly rose-scented flavor to marinades, grilled meats and… Continue reading »

Endive Salad with Oranges, Pistachios & Pecorino Romano

This is the time of year to embrace the wide variety of bitter greens available!  Whether it is endive, escarole,… Continue reading »

Watercress, Pistachio & Grilled Halloumi Salad with Preserved Lemon Vinaigrette

With half a package of Greek halloumi cheese in the cheese drawer and a jar of preserved lemons on hand… Continue reading »

Radicchio & Endive Salad with Juniper Berry-Thyme Vinaigrette

A great pairing for the botanical flavor of crushed juniper berries (other than the gin in my dry martini!) is… Continue reading »

Orange Bitters Vinaigrette

I’ve been reading a lot lately about bitters.  That small bottle of bitter-tasting, botanical extract used in classic cocktails like… Continue reading »

‘Watercress Salad with Persimmons & Hazelnuts’

I truly can’t think of a more delicious Fall salad.  It highlights in particular one of my favorite fruits of the… Continue reading »

Butter Lettuce with Roasted Potatoes, Mushrooms & Creamy Tarragon Vinaigrette

Tender butter lettuce is a wonderful base for any salad. I especially love its delicate texture when you pair it… Continue reading »

‘Roasted Salmon with Shiitake, Leek & Arugula Salad’

This speedy dinner idea was oh-so-delicious.  Flaky salmon filets are roasted in a hot oven alongside sliced shiitake mushrooms and… Continue reading »

‘Roasted Cauliflower & Arugula Salad with Sumac Dressing’

Just back from our local spice shop with a bag of goodies in hand, one of the treasures in my… Continue reading »