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Peach Salad

Ella - Home Cooking Adventure — Tue, 06 Aug 2024 11:40:47 +0000

This Peach Salad is a refreshing and easy dish that highlights the sweet and juicy flavor of ripe peaches. It is perfect as a light lunch, a side dish, a stunning addition to any summer gathering or a starter for any meal. The combination of sweet peaches, crunchy nuts, creamy cheese, and fresh greens makes this salad a delightful and healthy choice.

To make this salad, start by slicing fresh peaches into thin wedges. Add a mix of leafy greens for a fresh and nutritious dish.

For added flavor and crunch, sprinkle in some toasted nuts, such as pecans or walnuts. Add some cherry tomatoes for a bursting of flavor. They bring a pop of color and a fresh, tangy note. Thinly sliced red onion adds a subtle sharpness to the mix.

Next, crumble some creamy feta over the top. The cheese adds a rich contrast to the sweetness of the peaches.

To finish, drizzle a light dressing made of olive oil, lemon juice, balsamic vinegar, honey, mustard and a pinch of salt and pepper. The vinaigrette brings all the flavors together, making each bite delicious and well-balanced.

Serve the peach salad immediately to enjoy its fresh and vibrant taste.

How to make the peach salad

Begin by slicing the fresh peaches into thin wedges. Next, prepare the dressing by whisking together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, honey, oregano, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl.

In a large bowl, add a mix of leafy greens and drizzle the prepared dressing over them. Toss everything together to ensure the greens are well coated.

Add the peach slices, thinly sliced red onion, cherry tomatoes, toasted pecans, and crumbled feta cheese to the bowl. Gently toss to combine all the ingredients.

Serve the salad immediately for a fresh, vibrant dish.

Hope you will try this amazing summer salad recipe. If you do, don’t forget to tag me in your Instagram posts so I can see your amazing results.

Other salad recipes you may like to try

Enjoy the vibrant flavors of Greece with our Greek Salad, featuring crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, tangy feta cheese, and briny olives, all tossed in a zesty vinaigrette.

Savor the taste of summer with our Mediterranean Summer Pasta Salad, packed with fresh veggies, tender pasta, olives, and feta cheese, all dressed in a light and tangy dressing.

Try our Mango Avocado Salsa, a burst of tropical flavors, featuring juicy mangoes, creamy avocados, zesty lime, and fresh parsley or cilantro, perfect for dipping or as a topping.

Peach Salad

This Peach Salad is a refreshing and easy dish that highlights the sweet and juicy flavor of ripe peaches. It is perfect as a light lunch, a side dish, a stunning addition to any summer gathering or a starter for any meal. The combination of sweet peaches, crunchy nuts, creamy cheese, and fresh greens makes this salad a delightful and healthy choice.

Course Appetizer, Main Course, Salad

Cuisine American

Keyword peach, summer recipes, summer salad

Prep Time 10

Total Time 10

Servings servings

Calories 272kcal

Ingredients

2 peaches , sliced into wedges
5 oz (150g) mix of leafy greens
1 small red onion , cut into thin slices
1 cup (150g) cherry tomatoes , cut into halves or quarters
1/2 cup (50g) feta cheese , crumbled
1/2 cup (50g) roasted pecans , slightly chopped

For the dressing

3 tbsp (45ml) extra virgin olive oil
1 tbsp (15ml) lemon juice
2 tbsp (30g) balsamic vinegar
1 garlic clove , minced
1/2 tsp (3g) Dijon mustard
1 tsp (7g) honey
1 tsp dried oregano
Salt and pepper , to taste

Instructions

Slice the fresh peaches into thin wedges.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, honey, oregano, salt and pepper.
In a large bowl, add a mix of leafy greens. Add the dressing and toss together to combine.
Add the peach slices, red onion slices, cherry tomatoes, toasted pecans and feta cheese. Gently toss to combine.
Serve immediately.

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15 Amazing Salad Recipes

Ella - Home Cooking Adventure — Mon, 22 Jul 2024 16:50:46 +0000

I am glad to share with you this collection of 15 Amazing Salad Recipes that offers a delightful array of flavors, textures, and colors, created to elevate your culinary experience. These recipes promise to bring flavor, nourishment, and a touch of creativity to your table.

Each salad in this collection is a unique blend of ingredients that capture a range of global cuisines and culinary traditions. From the Mediterranean flavors to the richness of creamy dressings, there’s something for every taste.

Why You’ll Love this 15 Salad Recipes

These salads, packed with fresh vegetables, fruits, lean proteins, and wholesome grains, are not just delicious but also incredibly nutritious. They provide the perfect balance of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants to support a healthy lifestyle.

They are accessible and easy to follow and can make impressive starters or side dishes that are sure to be a hit.

You can enjoy these salads as a refreshing and satisfying option for lunch or dinner. You can also impress your family and friends with these creative and beautiful salads at your next gathering.

With recipes that highlight seasonal produce, you can enjoy the freshest flavors year-round. Here you can find a salad for every season.

Greek Salad – Horiatiki Recipe

I love this Greek Salad, known as Horiatiki in Greece as it bursts with fresh flavors and vibrant colors. This salad, a staple of Mediterranean cuisine, highlights simplicity and quality ingredients. It's a perfect appetizer or side dish, but it can also stand alone as a light, refreshing meal.

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Strawberry Pasta Salad with Feta

This Strawberry Pasta Salad with Feta is a flavorful dish perfect for spring and summer gatherings when you want something fresh and tasty to share. Twirly pasta are mingling with juicy strawberries, creamy feta, and a mix of fresh herbs. Toss in some crispy red onion and walnuts for texture, then elevate it with cherry tomatoes and cucumber for an extra burst of freshness.

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Mango Avocado Salsa

This Mango Avocado Salsa is a vibrant and refreshing dish that combines the tropical sweetness of ripe mango with the creamy texture of avocado. This salsa with mango and avocado and an assortment of fresh vegetables and herbs bursts of flavors in every bite.

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Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad

This Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad is a delectable fusion of classic Caesar salad and savory chicken pasta, creating a mouthwatering dish that tantalizes both pasta and salad lovers.

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Mediterranean Summer Pasta Salad

This Mediterranean Summer Pasta Salad is a really flavorful summer salad perfect for family or friend gatherings. As everybody loves pasta, this fresh salad will definitely be a crowd pleaser.

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Summer Corn Salad

This Summer Corn Salad salad is a great summer dish made with fresh corn, fresh vegetables, Feta cheese, fresh herbs and a flavorful salad dressing. This salad is simply bursting with summer flavor and makes a perfect side dish for family or friend gatherings.

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Tabouli Salad

Tabouli is a healthy, light salad made with bulgur wheat, ripe tomatoes, fresh parsley, fresh mint, green onions and drizzled with lemon juice and olive oil. The main role is played by fresh flat parsley.

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Waldorf Salad

The Waldorf Salad is a fresh fall salad made with celery, apples, red grapes and walnuts, dressed up with mayonnaise and sour cream dressing, and served over a bed of fresh salad. It is very flavorful and makes a great side dish for lunch or dinner and a perfect choice for holiday tables.

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Chicken, Avocado and Orange Salad

When you're craving something light, healthy, yet still delicious, this Chicken, Avocado, and Orange Salad is an exceptional choice. It's one of the best chicken salads you'll ever taste.

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Broccoli Cauliflower Salad

This Broccoli and cauliflower salad is a perfect choice among your other Thanksgiving side dishes. It can be made well in advance, travels easy and if you end up with leftovers (which is unlikely) it can easily be stored for a later meal.

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Chickpea Salad

Chickpea salad is a delicious, flavorful, healthy and easy vegetarian salad using chickpeas, fresh vegetables and seeds. Such a tasteful combination.

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Mushroom Salad

This Mushroom Salad is a healthy, easy-to-make dish perfect for lunch or dinner. This salad is made with fresh mushrooms, lettuce, tomatoes, carrots, green apples, garlic, nuts, and seeds. This salad is not only healthy and rich in nutrients and fibers but flavorful and a true delight to your taste buds.

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Roasted Sweet Potato Salad

Easy summer salad made with roasted sweet potatoes. A combination of sweet, salty, crunchy salad that can be served as it is as a light meal or as a side dish.

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Avocado Salsa

This avocado salsa is delicious, fresh and flavorful and goes as an appetizer or just as a snack near some pita bread chips or nachos

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Broccoli and Sweet Potato Salad

This broccoli and sweet potato salad made with raw broccoli and raw sweet potato is really tasty and perfect for lunch or dinner. It is one of the healthiest salads you can make as all those good vitamins don’t get lost in the cooking process.

Check out this recipe

Hope you will try each of these 15 Amazing Salad Recipes and enjoy the vibrant, healthful, and delicious world of salads! If you do, make sure to share the photos with me on Instagram. Would love to see how it turns out for you.

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Mango Avocado Salsa

Ella - Home Cooking Adventure — Mon, 15 Jul 2024 12:38:19 +0000

This Mango Avocado Salsa is a vibrant and refreshing dish that combines the tropical sweetness of mango with the creamy texture of avocado. This salsa with mango and avocado and an assortment of fresh vegetables and herbs bursts of flavors in every bite.

The addition of red onions, red peppers and jalapeños introduces a spicy crunch, while chopped cilantro or parsley and a squeeze of lime juice infuse the salsa with a zesty freshness.

Perfect for summer gatherings, this mango avocado salsa pairs wonderfully with tortilla chips, grilled fish, or chicken. It can also serve as a colorful topping for tacos, providing a refreshing contrast to savory fillings.

The vibrant colors and varied textures not only make this salsa visually appealing but also a delightful experience for everyone who tries it. Either served as an appetizer, a side dish, or a topping, this mango avocado salsa is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

How to make mango avocado salsa

Begin by dicing the mango and avocado into small pieces and placing them into a medium bowl. Next, chop the onion and red pepper and add them to the bowl. Slice the jalapeno, then chop the parsley or cilantro, and add both to the mixture. Stir in the lime juice, along with salt and pepper to taste.

Serve this refreshing salad with your favorite meat or fish, or as an appetizer alongside tortilla chips. Refrigerate any leftovers for up to 2 days.

Hope you will try this delightful mango and avocado salsa and enjoy it as much as we did. Don’t forget to tag me in your Instagram posts so I can see your amazing results.

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This Summer Corn Salad is a great dish made with fresh corn, vibrant vegetables, Feta cheese, and aromatic herbs, all tossed in a delicious dressing. Bursting with the flavors of summer, it makes a perfect side dish for gatherings with family and friends.

Try this amazing Greek Salad as a perfect appetizer or side dish. This salad offers a delightful combination made with juicy tomatoes, crisp cucumber slices, green pepper slices and thinly sliced red onions. Add Kalamata olives and a creamy block of feta cheese, olive oil and oregano.

This Homemade Pesto is a flavorful sauce made from simple ingredients, fresh basil leaves, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, garlic, and olive oil.

Try our flavorful Salmon Dip, a delightful spread and a great addition to any party platter. It is perfect for spreading on crusty bread or crackers or served with vegetable sticks.

For more salad ideas check our full collection of Salad Recipes.

Mango Avocado Salsa

Course Appetizer, Salad

Cuisine American

Keyword avocado, mango, salsa

Prep Time 10

Total Time 10

Servings servings

Calories 102kcal

Ingredients

1 mango , diced
1 medium avocado , diced
1 small red onion , chopped
1 red pepper , chopped
1 jalapeno , sliced
Juice of 1 lime
1/4 cup fresh cilantro or parsley , chopped
Salt and pepper , to taste

Instructions

Dice the mango into small pieces and place into a medium bowl.
Chop the onion and red pepper and add to the bowl.
Dice the avocado and add to the bowl.
Slice the jalapeno and add to the bowl.
Chop the parsley or cilantro and add to the bowl.
Stir in the lime juice, salt and pepper to taste.
Serve this salad with your favorite meat or fish or as an appetizer alongside tortilla chips.
Refrigerate the leftovers for up to 2 days. Enjoy!

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Greek Salad – Horiatiki Recipe

Ella - Home Cooking Adventure — Mon, 01 Jul 2024 15:27:23 +0000

I love this Greek Salad, known as Horiatiki in Greece as it bursts with fresh flavors and vibrant colors. This salad, a staple of Mediterranean cuisine, highlights simplicity and quality ingredients. It’s a perfect appetizer or side dish, but it can also stand alone as a light, refreshing meal. This salad offers a delightful combination of textures and tastes, from the juicy tomatoes to the creamy feta. Every time we visit Greece, we enjoy serving this salad at their local tavernas near the sea.

Start with ripe tomatoes, sliced into juicy wedges. Combine them with crisp cucumber slices, green pepper slices and thinly sliced red onions that are offering a satisfying crunch. Add Kalamata olives to provide a briny contrast. Top with creamy block of feta cheese that is rich and slightly tangy. Sprinkle the salad with dried oregano for a touch of earthy aroma.

Drizzle extra virgin olive oil generously over the salad. Season lightly with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, letting the natural flavors shine.

Greek salad not only delights with it refreshing flavor but also brings a piece of sunny Greece to your table. Enjoy it with crusty bread or alongside grilled meats for a complete Mediterranean experience.

How to make Greek salad

Begin by preparing the vegetables. Cut the tomatoes into wedges and the cucumber into thick moon slices. Thinly slice the red onion into rings and slice the green pepper. Add all the cut vegetables into a salad bowl along with the olives.

Season the salad with salt, pepper and a sprinkle of oregano. Drizzle extra virgin olive oil and red wine vinegar over the vegetables, then toss everything together until well coated.

Top the salad with a block of feta cheese. Drizzle the feta with olive oil and sprinkle with dried oregano for extra flavor.

This vibrant and fresh Greek salad is ready to serve. Hope you will try this refreshing salad. If you do, don’t forget to tag me in your Instagram posts or stories, so I can see your amazing results. Enjoy every bite!

For more salad ideas check our full collection of Salad Recipes. Explore our full collection of Healthy Recipes for more inspiring dishes that you may like to try!

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Discover the refreshing flavors of Tzatziki, a creamy Greek yogurt dip blended with cucumber, garlic, and herbs, perfect for any Mediterranean meal.

Spice up your spread with this Tirokafteri, a bold and tangy Greek feta dip infused with roasted red peppers and chili flakes.

Enjoy the comforting layers of Greek Pastitsio, a classic Greek casserole featuring seasoned ground meat, creamy béchamel sauce, and tender pasta.

Savor the simplicity of Greek Baked Feta with Tomatoes where juicy tomatoes and creamy feta cheese meld together in a deliciously savory dish.

Greek Salad – Horiatiki Recipe

Course Salad

Cuisine Greek

Keyword cucumber, Feta Cheese, greek salad, horiatiki, Mediterranean, tomatoes

Prep Time 10

Total Time 10

Servings servings

Calories 409kcal

Ingredients

1 pound (450g) tomatoes , about 3-4 tomatoes
1 medium red onion (about 2.5 oz – 80g)
7 oz (200g) cucumber
4 oz (120g) green pepper , about 1 medium pepper
1/3 cup (70g) black olives
7 oz (200g) block feta cheese
1 tbsp (15g) red wine vinegar
1/4 cup (60g) extra virgin olive oil
1 tsp dried oregano
salt and freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

Cut the tomatoes into wedges.
Cut the cucumber into thick moon slices.
Slice the onion into thin rings.
Slice the green pepper.
Add the vegetables to a salad bowl. Add the black olives too.
Season with salt, pepper and some oregano. Add some extra virgin olive oil and red wine vinegar. Toss everything together.
Top the salad with a block of feta cheese.
Drizzle the feta with olive oil and dried oregano.
The salad is ready to serve. Enjoy!

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Strawberry Pasta Salad with Feta

Ella - Home Cooking Adventure — Mon, 29 Apr 2024 13:00:00 +0000

Tossed in a tangy balsamic dressing with a touch of honey and Dijon mustard, this salad it’s a harmonious blend of sweet and savory.

Baby spinach and arugula leaves along with cherry tomatoes and crisp cucumber, lend a fresh, crisp crunch that balances the dish perfectly.

Whether served as a side dish or enjoyed as a light main course, this Strawberry Pasta Salad with Feta is sure to be a crowd pleaser. This salad can be your go-to for picnics, barbecues, or any outdoor gathering. It’s easy to make, bursting with flavor and looks gorgeous on the table.

How to make strawberry pasta salad

Begin with cooking the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Next, drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Allow it to cool completely.

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, and Dijon mustard to make the dressing. Set aside until ready to use.

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta, quartered strawberries, crumbled feta cheese, red onion slices, chopped toasted walnuts, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, baby spinach and arugula leaves. Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss gently to coat everything evenly. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Serve immediately or refrigerate for 1-2 hours to allow the flavors to meld together before serving.

Hope you will try and enjoy this refreshing and nutritious Strawberry Pasta Salad with Feta and greens. Tag me on Instagram if you do as I would love to see how it turned out for you.

Other salads you may like to try

This Mediterranean Summer Pasta Salad is bursting with vibrant flavors and fresh ingredients, a perfect dish for a taste of summer.

This Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad is a mouthwatering dish, a great fusion of classic Caesar salad and savory chicken pasta.

Another fresh salad recipe you may also like to try is this flavorful Waldorf Salad made with celery, apples, red grapes and walnuts, made with a mayonnaise and sour cream dressing. It is easy to adapt to suit your tastes and makes a great side dish.

This Broccoli Cauliflower Salad is another salad recipe that we love, made with fresh vegetables and topped with crispy bacon and almonds.

For more salad ideas check our full collection of Salad Recipes. For more pasta dishes check our full collection of Pasta Recipes.

Strawberry Pasta Salad with Feta

Course Salad

Cuisine American

Keyword Feta Cheese, pasta, pasta salad, salad, strawberry

Prep Time 20

Total Time 20

Servings servings

Calories 518kcal

Ingredients

9 oz (250g) pasta , rotini, fusilli, or penne
7 oz (200g) fresh strawberries , cut into quarters
3.5 oz (100g) crumbled Feta cheese
3.5 oz (100g) cucumber , cut into slices
3.5 oz (100g) cherry tomatoes , cut in half
1 oz (30g) red onion , cut into slices
1/2 cup (50g) toasted walnuts , chopped
1 cup (20g) baby spinach leaves
1 cup (20g) arugula leaves
Salt and pepper to taste

For the Dressing

3 tbsp (45g) olive oil
2 tbsp (30g) balsamic vinegar
1 tbsp (20g) honey
1 tsp (5g) Dijon mustard

Instructions

Preheat a small skillet over medium-high heat. Add walnuts and toast stirring constantly.
Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Allow it to cool completely.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, and Dijon mustard to make the dressing. Set aside.
Add cooled pasta in a large mixing bowl.
Add red onion, chopped walnuts, cherry tomatoes and cucumber.
Add quartered strawberries, crumbled feta cheese, baby spinach and arugula leaves.
Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss gently to coat everything evenly.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for 1-2 hours to allow the flavors to meld together before serving.

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Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad

Ella - Home Cooking Adventure — Thu, 15 Jun 2023 13:05:23 +0000

This Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad is a delectable fusion of classic Caesar salad and savory chicken pasta, creating a mouthwatering dish that tantalizes both pasta and salad lovers. It combines the rich flavors of chicken, al dente pasta, crisp lettuce, golden bread croutons and a creamy Caesar dressing, resulting in a symphony of tastes and textures that is both satisfying and refreshing.

The fusilli pasta provides a delightful chewiness and serves as the hearty foundation of the dish. The pasta acts as the perfect canvas to absorb the flavors of the other ingredients, creating a harmonious blend.

The bread croutons are toasted to perfection, resulting in a satisfying crunch that complements the other ingredients.

The crisp romaine lettuce add a nice crunch to the dish. The salad is then generously dressed with a creamy Caesar dressing, which complements the ingredients with its rich and tangy flavor.

As you take a bite, the combination of the creamy dressing, tender chicken, al dente pasta, and crisp vegetables, along with the satisfying crunch of the croutons, creates a truly delightful dining experience.

How to make Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad

Start by preparing the croutons, then prepare the chicken, boil the pasta, cut the lettuce and then prepare the dressing.

How to make the bread croutons

Dirst, mix oil with garlic in a bowl and set it aside for a few minutes to infuse.

Next, preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Cut the bread into bite-size cubes, approximately ¾-inch (2cm) pieces.

After that, sieve the infused oil into a large bowl, add salt and pepper to taste, and incorporate grated Parmesan cheese. Mix well to combine.

Then, place the cubed bread into the bowl and toss it to coat evenly.

Arrange the bread cubes on a baking sheet in a single layer and place them in the oven.

Bake for approximately 5 minutes, then flip and toss them with a spatula. Continue baking for another 5 minutes until the bread croutons turn golden brown.

How to prepare the chicken

Now, prepare the chicken by pounding the chicken breast to an even thickness of about ½-inch (1cm). Season the chicken with salt and pepper on both sides.

Heat a bit of oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.

Add the chicken to the pan and cook it for about 4-6 minutes. Flip the chicken and cook for an additional 4-6 minutes until it becomes golden brown. Ensure the chicken is cooked through by checking its internal temperature. It should be at least 165°F (74°C).

Afterward, set the cooked chicken aside to rest for approximately 5 minutes. Once rested, cut it into bite-sized pieces.

Prepare the pasta and the romaine lettuce

Moving on to the pasta, cook it in salted water according to the package instructions. Drain the cooked pasta and rinse it under cold water.

To prepare the lettuce, cut the Romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces. Wash and dry it before assembling the salad.

How to prepare the Caesar dressing

In a medium bowl, place anchovy fillets, garlic, and a pinch of salt. Use two forks to turn the ingredients into a paste. Add mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and lemon juice to the bowl and stir to combine.

Then, incorporate the egg yolk using a whisk. Gradually add the olive oil while continuously whisking the mixture. The dressing will start to thicken.

Finally, add Parmesan cheese to the dressing and whisk to combine. Season with salt and pepper according to taste.

Assemble the Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad.

Place the lettuce, pasta, bread croutons, and chicken into a large bowl. Toss the ingredients with the dressing until they are well coated.

Finish off the salad by topping it with Parmesan shavings.

Whether enjoyed as a light lunch, a main course, or a side dish, the Chicken Pasta Caesar Salad is a versatile and satisfying meal that is sure to please.

Hope you will give this irresistible Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad recipe a try and let the tantalizing flavors captivate your taste buds. If you do, make sure to share the photos with me on Instagram. Enjoy!

Other salads you may like to try

Impress your family and friends at summer gatherings with the incredibly flavorful Mediterranean Summer Pasta Salad. Bursting with fresh ingredients and tossed in a refreshing dressing, this crowd-pleasing salad is sure to satisfy everyone’s love for pasta.

Savor the taste of summer with our delightful Summer Corn Salad. Made with fresh corn, vegetables, Feta cheese, and a flavorful dressing, this salad is bursting with seasonal flavors. It’s the perfect side dish for family and friend gatherings, bringing a refreshing touch to your summer meals.

Indulge in the classic flavors of our Waldorf Salad. This timeless dish features crisp apples, crunchy celery, sweet grapes, and walnuts, all tossed in a creamy dressing. Whether enjoyed as a side or a light meal, this refreshing salad is a delightful addition to any gathering or everyday dining.

Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad

This Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad is a delectable fusion of classic Caesar salad and savory chicken pasta, creating a mouthwatering dish that tantalizes both pasta and salad lovers.

Course Salad

Cuisine American

Keyword baked parmesan chicken bites, bread croutons, Caesar dressing, Caesar Salad, chicken, pasta salad, summer salad

Prep Time 20

Cook Time 25

Total Time 45

Servings servings

Calories 357kcal

Ingredients

Bread croutons

2 tbsp (30g) olive oil
1 garlic clove , minced
2 cups bread , cut into 3/4-inch (2cm) cubes
2 tbsp (10g) Parmesan cheese , grated
salt and pepper to taste

For the chicken

2 skinless, boneless chicken breasts (about 1 pound 450g) , pounded ½-ich (1cm) thin
salt and pepper to taste
1 tbsp vegetable oil , for cooking

Caesar dressing

2 cloves garlic , minced
2 anchovy fillets
1 tsp (5g) Dijon mustard
1 tbsp (15ml) lemon juice
1/2 tsp (3g) Worcestershire sauce
1 egg yolk
1/2 cup (110g) extra-virgin olive oil
2 tbsp (10g) Parmesan cheese , grated
salt and pepper to taste

For the salad

7 oz (200g) fusilli pasta
1 head Romaine lettuce, about 5-6 cups
Parmesan cheese shavings

Instructions

First, prepare the bread croutons.

Mix the oil in a bowl with garlic and set aside for a few minutes to infuse.
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Cut the bread into bite-size cubes, about ¾-inch (2cm) pieces.
Sieve the oil into a large bowl. Add salt and pepper to taste. Add the grated Parmesan cheese and mix to combine.
Place the cubed bread into the bowl and toss to coat.
Arrange the bread cubes on a baking sheet in a single layer and place in the oven.
Bake for about 5 minutes, toss flip with a spatula and bake for another 5 minutes until golden brown.

Prepare the chicken.

Pound the chicken breast to about ½-inch (1cm) even thickness. Season the chicken on both sides with salt and pepper.
Heat one tablespoon of oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the chicken to the pan and cook for about 4-6 minutes. Flip the chicken and cook for another 4-6 minutes until golden brown. Check if the chicken is cooked through. If using a thermometer, it should be at least165°F (74°C).
Set aside to rest for at least 5 minutes.
Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces.

Prepare the pasta and the Romaine lettuce.

Cook the pasta in salted water according to package instructions. Drain the pasta and rinse under cold water.
Cut the Romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces. Wash and dry before assembling the salad.

Prepare the Caesar dressing.

Place the anchovy fillets, garlic and some salt into a medium bowl and use two forks to turn into a paste.
Add the mustard, the Worcestershire sauce and lemon juice and stir to combine.
Add the egg yolk and use a whisk to combine.
Gradually incorporate the olive oil, while whisking continuously. The dressing will thicken.
Add the Parmesan cheese and whisk to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Assemble the Caesar pasta salad.

Place the lettuce, pasta, bread croutons, and chicken into a large bowl. Toss with the dressing. Top with Parmesan shavings and enjoy!

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The Best Waldorf Salad – Apple, Celery, Grape and Walnut Salad

Ella - Home Cooking Adventure — Tue, 04 Oct 2022 12:07:51 +0000

I love Waldorf Salad. It is one of the most comforting fall salads you can ever make. The Waldorf Salad is a fresh fall salad made with celery, apples, red grapes and walnuts, dressed up with mayonnaise and sour cream dressing, and served over a bed of fresh salad. It is very flavorful and makes a great side dish for lunch or dinner and a perfect choice for holiday tables.

This salad is known to have originated in the 19th century at the Waldorf Astoria Hotel in New York. The recipe was made with only apples, celery and mayonnaise by that time. Walnuts and grapes are later additions, bringing a lot of flavor and texture to the original. I’ve wanted to share the recipe with you ever since I was first introduced to it, many years ago. I am glad I finally can come up with a straightforward recipe that you can easily reproduce at home.

How to make Waldorf Salad.

For this recipe, I recommend using celery root, also known as celeriac. Celery root has a great earthy flavor and is perfect for salads and dips. Peel the celery root, cut it into smaller pieces and boil it for 3 minutes only, as we still want to keep its crispy texture. Once cooled, cut it into thin strips.

Toast the walnuts in a pan stirring constantly and chop roughly if desired. Let them cool before adding them to the salad.

Cut the grapes into haves or quarters, remove seeds if desired and add to the celery strips. You can always substitute the grapes with raisins if that is what suits you best.

Only now, core the apple and cut it into small pieces with the skin on. Add lemon juice the salad, to prevent apples from turning brown. Add parsley, dill, salt and pepper and mix to combine.

Make a quick dressing with mayonnaise and sour cream, and mix it with the salad. Serve the Waldorf salad over a bed of fresh salad and enjoy one of the most flavorful salads ever.

If you like fall salads you my also like this Broccoli Cauliflower Salad or this Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Goat Cheese and Candied Bacon.

If you like celery root recipes you may also like this Celery Root Salad which makes a great side dish or appetizer.

Hope you will try this Waldorf Salad and let me know if you try it out. Don’t forget to tag me on Instagram and enjoy!

Waldorf Salad

Course Appetizer, Salad, Side Dish

Cuisine American

Keyword fall salad, salad, side dish recipe, Thanksgiving salad, thanksgiving side dishes, waldorf salad

Prep Time 20

Cook Time 3

Total Time 23

Servings servings

Calories 428kcal

Ingredients

7 oz (200g) celery root
1 cup (100g) walnuts , toasted
1 cup (150g) red grapes , halved or quartered
1 large apple (9 oz – 250g) , cored and cut into small pieces
1 tbsp (15ml) lemon juice
2 tbsp (30g) sour cream
1 tbsp dill , chopped
1 tbsp parsley , chopped
1/2 tsp (3g) salt
freshly ground black pepper

Homemade mayonnaise – makes ¼ cup (70g)

1 egg yolk
1/2 tsp (2,5g) mustard
1/4 cup (56ml) vegetable oil

Instructions

Make the homemade mayonnaise.

Put the egg yolk and the mustard in a small bowl. Mix and gradually add oil while mixing until all oil is well incorporated. Refrigerate until ready to use.

Prepare the salad.

Peel the celery root and boil it for 3 minutes. Let it cool and cut into thin strips. Transfer the celery stick to a large salad bowl.
Toast the walnuts in a pan while stirring constantly. Let them cool.
Cut the grapes into halves or quarters and transfer them to the salad bowl.
Core the apple and cut it into small pieces. Transfer the apple to the salad bowl, add lemon juice and toss to combine.
Add toasted walnuts, salt, freshly ground black pepper, parsley and dill. Mix to combine.
Mix mayonnaise with sour cream and add to the salad bowl.
Mix gently to coat evenly.
Serve over a bed of fresh salad. Decorate with toasted walnuts and enjoy!

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Summer Corn Salad

Ella - Home Cooking Adventure — Tue, 26 Jul 2022 13:12:20 +0000

This Summer Corn Salad is a great summer dish made with fresh corn, fresh vegetables, Feta cheese, fresh herbs and a flavorful salad dressing. This salad is simply bursting with summer flavor and makes a perfect side dish for family or friend gatherings.

This corn salad is very easy to prepare. For this recipe it is best to use fresh corn. I usually like to grill the corn but you can also use boiled or roasted fresh corn for this recipe.

When corn is ready all you have to do next is to prepare the fresh vegetables and salad dressing. You will need some fresh tomatoes, cucumber, green chili pepper, red onion, avocado and your favorite fresh herbs, like parsley, basil or cilantro.

For the dressing you simply need to mix together some extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, vinegar, garlic and spices.

In this salad I always like to add some Feta cheese for extra flavor and texture. But feel free to use your favorite cheese for this recipe.

Toss everything together and enjoy one of the best summer salads ever.

If you like using corn in your recipes you may also like these Grilled Corn Fritters or Oven Roasted Corn . For sweet corn recipes you may like this Easy Sweet Cornbread Recipe or Cornmeal Pancakes.

Hope you will try this Summer Corn Salad and don’t forget to let me know if you try it out.

Summer Corn Salad

Course Salad

Cuisine American

Keyword appetizer salad, corn kernels, corn recipe, salad

Prep Time 20

Cook Time 10

Total Time 30

Servings

Calories 238kcal

Ingredients

4 Ears Fresh Corn (about 9 oz – 250g each) , roasted, grilled or boiled
6 oz (170g) cherry or grape tomatoes
3.5 oz (100g) 1 small cucumber , sliced into quarters
2 oz (60g) 1 small red onion , finely chopped
1 green chili pepper , thinly sliced
1 medium ripe avocado
4 oz (120g) Feta cheese , crumbled
3 tbsp fresh parsley , chopped
3 tbsp fresh basil , chopped

Salad Dressing

3 tbsp (42ml) extra virgin olive oil
1 tbsp (15ml) lemon juice
2 tbsp (30ml) red wine vinegar
1 tsp (5g) sugar
1 garlic clove , minced
1 tsp (5g) salt
freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

First you need to boil, roast or grill the corn.
For grilling on the stovetop, heat a large pan or grill pan over medium-high heat.
Add the fresh corn and use tongues to rotate the corn every few minutes.
Grill until browned all over.
Set aside to cool.
Meanwhile prepare the salad dressing.
In a small bowl whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, vinegar, sugar, salt, garlic and freshly ground black pepper. Set aside until ready to use.
Cut the vegetables.
Cut the corn kernels from the cob and transfer to a large bowl.
Add tomatoes, cucumber, onion, avocado, green chili pepper, basil and parsley and Feta cheese. Add the dressing and toss well to coat.
Add more salt if needed and enjoy!

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Mediterranean Summer Pasta Salad

Ella - Home Cooking Adventure — Wed, 01 Jun 2022 13:10:00 +0000

This Mediterranean Summer Pasta Salad is a really flavorful summer salad perfect for family or friend gatherings. As everybody loves pasta, this fresh salad will definitely be a crowd pleaser.

You can serve this Pasta Salad as a main dish or alongside any meat. The salad is simply delicious and very easy to prepare. Once you prepare it you can serve it immediately or you can make it in advance to let the flavors blend even more. This Pasta Salad is also a great choice to bring to any barbecue gathering.

How to make Mediterranean Summer Pasta Salad

For this salad you simply need some fresh vegetables like cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, red pepper, onion and avocado. Black olives or green olives bring a delightful flavor too, so don’t let them out if possible. For pasta salads I usually like to add some fresh greens like baby spinach but feel free to add any other mix of fresh greens you like best. The feta cheese is always a great addition to this salad but again, feel free to add your favorite cheese.

All these fresh vegetables and greens are tossed with al dente cooked pasta and a flavorful homemade lemony dressing. As for the pasta I like to use bow-tie pasta (farfalle) but penne or fusilli pasta will work as good. All of these types of pasta are catching the dressing really well, so use the ones you have around.

If you haven’t tried a pasta salad so far you must definitely give this Mediterranean Summer Pasta Salad a try this summer. Tag me on Instagram if you try it out as I would love to see how it turned out for you. It is always appreciated every time I prepare it. Enjoy!

Other salads you may like to try

If you like fresh salad recipes you may also like to try this flavorful Waldorf Salad made with celery, apples, red grapes and walnuts, dressed up with mayonnaise and sour cream dressing. It is easy to adapt to suit your tastes and makes a great side dish.

This Broccoli Cauliflower Salad is another salad recipe that we love, made with fresh vegetables and topped with crispy bacon and almonds.

This Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad is a delectable fusion of classic Caesar salad and savory chicken pasta, creating a mouthwatering dish.

Mediterranean Summer Pasta Salad

This Mediterranean Summer Pasta Salad is a really flavorful summer salad perfect for family or friend gatherings. As everybody loves pasta, this fresh salad will definitely be a crowd pleaser.

Course Appetizer, Pasta, Salad, Side Dish

Cuisine Italian

Keyword pasta, pasta salad, salad, summer recipes

Prep Time 30

Cook Time 10

Total Time 40

Servings

Calories 468kcal

Ingredients

1 pound (500g) bow-tie pasta (farfalle)
3.5 oz (100g) baby spinach leaves , washed and dried
10 oz (300g) cherry tomatoes , cut into halves or quarters
7 oz (200g) cucumber , sliced in quarters
2 medium red peppers , sliced
1 ripe avocado
1/2 red onion , cut into thin slices
6 oz (170g) black olives , pitted, drained and sliced
7 oz (200g) feta cheese , diced
Salt and pepper to taste

Salad Dressing

1/2 cup (110g) extra virgin olive oil
2 tbsp (30ml) lemon juice
3 tbsp (45ml) red wine vinegar
1 tsp (5g) mustard
1 tbsp (15g) sugar
2-3 tbsp fresh parsley , finely chopped
3 garlic cloves , minced
2 tsp dried oregano
2 tsp dried basil
1 tsp (5g) salt
freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

Cook the pasta to the al dente stage in salted water according to package instructions. Drain the pasta and rinse under cold water.
Prepare the Salad Dressing. In a medium bowl add the olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, mustard, sugar, garlic, herbs, salt and pepper and whisk well to combine. Set aside until ready to use.
Add the pasta into a large salad bowl. Add the spinach leaves, cucumber, red pepper, cherry tomatoes, black olives, avocado and red onion.
Add the feta cheese and the dressing and toss until well combined. Add more salt and pepper if needed.
Serve immediately and refrigerate the leftovers. Enjoy!

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Broccoli Cauliflower Salad

Ella - Home Cooking Adventure — Wed, 20 Nov 2019 08:55:11 +0000

This Broccoli Cauliflower Salad is the perfect side dish to serve at your Thanksgiving dinner. Not only is it incredibly tasty, but it’s also easy to prepare in advance, making it a great option for those who want to spend more time with their loved ones and less time in the kitchen on the big day.

One of the things that makes this salad so special is the delicious, creamy dressing that really brings out the flavors of the fresh, crisp veggies. The combination of the broccoli and cauliflower creates a wonderful texture, and the addition of sweet and salty toppings like bacon and almonds makes it a real crowd-pleaser.

But it’s not just the flavors and textures that make this salad so great. It’s also incredibly versatile and can be easily adapted to suit your preferences or dietary needs. For example, if you’re looking for a vegetarian or vegan option, simply leave out the bacon or replace it with a vegan alternative.

Another great thing about this salad is that it’s perfect for leftovers. If you end up with any extra, simply store it in the fridge and enjoy it as a quick and easy meal later on. Just be sure to wait until you’re ready to serve it before adding any bacon or almonds, as this will help to ensure that they stay nice and crispy.

How to make broccoli cauliflower salad

Begin by cooking the bacon in the oven until it becomes crispy and then crumble it into small pieces. Cut the broccoli and cauliflower florets into bite-sized pieces and mix them with red onion, dried cranberries, and sliced almonds in a large bowl. Add the crumbled bacon to this mixture and season the entire salad with salt and pepper.

Next, prepare the dressing by combining mayonnaise, sour cream, vinegar, mustard, sugar, salt, and pepper in a small pitcher. Pour the mixture over the broccoli and toss it together.

To finish the dish, sprinkle additional bacon crumbles and almonds on top just before serving. The resulting salad is a perfect combination of textures and flavors, with the creamy dressing providing a wonderful contrast to the crisp vegetables and crunchy toppings.

So if you’re looking for a delicious and easy side dish that will impress your guests this Thanksgiving, give this Broccoli Cauliflower Salad a try. With its perfect blend of flavors and textures, it’s sure to be a hit at your holiday table. Make sure to share the photos with me on Instagram if you do. Enjoy!

Other similar recipes you may like to try

I like to try various ways of introducing broccoli in our diet and these Broccoli and Cheese Balls is one of them. This recipe not only includes broccoli but also incorporates oats for added nutritional value.

Cauliflower is one of those vegetables that is not only tasty but really healthy too. Beyond the fact that it is rich in vitamins and omega 3 it is also a good source of Vitamin C and manganese both being powerful antioxidants. This Roasted Cauliflower is a great way to include cauliflower in your diet.

I really love this fresh Broccoli and Sweet Potato Salad which features raw broccoli and sweet potatoes for a fresh and crunchy twist on a classic salad.

Broccoli Cauliflower Salad

Course Salad, Side Dish

Cuisine American

Keyword appetizer, broccoli cauliflower salad, broccoli salad, side dishes, Thanksgiving side dish

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 15

Total Time 30

Servings servings

Calories 303kcal

Ingredients

1 medium head (300g) of broccoli
1 small head (200g) of cauliflower
1/2 of a red onion , finely chopped (approximately 1/4 cup)
1/4 cup (40g) dried cranberries
4-5 bacon slices , cooked and crumbled
1/4 cup (60g) mayonnaise
1/4 cup (60g) sour cream
1 tbsp (15ml) apple cider vinegar
1 tbsp (15g) Dijon mustard
1 tbsp (15g) sugar
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup (30g) sliced almonds

Instructions

To cook the bacon preheat the oven to 400F (200C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place bacon strips on it. Bake until bacon is crispy for about 15-20 minutes. Transfer bacon on paper towels to remove the excess fat. Crumble it up in small pieces and reserve for later use.
Separate broccoli and cauliflower florets in bite size pieces, add to a large bowl and add red onion, dried cranberries, bacon crumbles and sliced almonds.
Season with salt and pepper.
Make the salad dressing. In a small pitcher combine mayonnaise, sour cream, vinegar, mustard , sugar, salt and pepper. Taste and adjust based on desired acidity.
Toss broccoli with salad dressing.
Right before serving top with more bacon crumbles and almonds.

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