Chinese cuisine can be exotic but it can also be colorful and highly nutritious. Such is the case with the Chinese Coleslaw recipe you see below. It's made with Bok Choy and mixed with carrots, cucumbers, red pepper, and crunchy water chestnuts. The homemade dressing is light and low in fat with a sprinkling of fresh ginger and crushed red pepper. Enjoy this recipe! Bok … [Read more...]
Spanish Tapas Salad with Tomatoes and Olives
This recipe reminds me of when I was back in Spain sipping Rioja and eating tapas which are side dishes served on small plates. There are all sorts of varieties of Spanish side dishes including salads. My trip there inspired me to create a Spanish Tapas Salad made with ripe tomatoes and Spanish olives. Enjoy this recipe! Eating Tapas in Spain Lunch is the major … [Read more...]
Spinach Salad with Pumpkin Seed Oil Dressing
I brought a colorful Halloween Spinach Salad with Pumpkin Seed Oil Dressing to an October potluck. To liven up the spinach leaves, I added orange and gold bell peppers, red onions, radish, and pumpkin seeds and displayed the salad in an orange bowl. Enjoy this recipe. Have you tried using pumpkin seed oil? Pumpkin seed oil has many benefits and uses. See … [Read more...]
Caprese Salad with Vegetables and Herbs
Caprese Salad or Insalata Caprese, as it's known in Italy is typically made with fresh tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, fresh basil, and olive oil. However, there are many variations. You might want to add chopped fresh garlic, Balsamic vinegar, or other herbs. Enjoy this recipe! During summer, there's nothing better than fresh ripe tomatoes picked directly from the vine. … [Read more...]
Spring Salad with Strawberries and Peas
Spring vegetables and fruits always look so fresh and innocent. They make you feel young at heart. It's a time for new beginnings and that inspired me to create a Spring Salad with Strawberries and Peas to bring in the season. Enjoy this recipe for Spring Salad with Strawberries and Peas! The stores are filled with mixtures of pre-washed baby greens making it easy … [Read more...]
