Mezze Quinoa Salad (The Perfect Summer Lunch)

A bowl of quinoa mixed with roasted red peppers, parsley, olives, artichoke hearts, and hearts of palm

This Mezze Quinoa Salad is what dreams are made of: quinoa, artichokes, roasted red peppers, hearts of palm, olives, and a whole bunch of herbs tossed in a light and simple lemon vinaigrette. It doesn’t get much easier or delicious than this! This grain salad is the perfect healthy lunch or picnic side!  I’ve linked a few products in this post that are affiliate links.Read more ->

Greek Zoodle Salad with Roasted Garlic Tahini Sauce

This Greek Zoodle Salad with Roasted Garlic Tahini Sauce is fresh, flavorful, and so healthy! Zucchini stands in for pasta in this paleo and vegan take on a summertime favorite: pasta salad! This recipe is simple to prepare and is incredibly delicious! ZOODLES. By far, one of the things I look forward to most as summer approaches. I’m sure I know what you’re thinking: They’reRead more ->

Spring Salad with Buttermilk Herb Dressing

This Spring Salad with Buttermilk Herb Dressing is the perfect side for an Easter gathering! Tender butter lettuce, radishes, pea pods, and green onions are lightly tossed with a creamy and garlicky Buttermilk Herb Dressing. This recipe is simple to prepare, and is super healthy! Happy almost Easter! I absolutely love this time of year. I have so many fond memories of Easter with myRead more ->

Italian Cobb Salad

This Italian Cobb Salad packs a serious flavor punch! There are a few traditional Cobb ingredients in this recipe (such as hard boiled eggs and tomatoes). But every other ingredient gets an Italian twist:  the chicken is marinated in an herby red wine vinaigrette. The bacon is made from prosciutto. The cheese is a crunchy Grana Padano. Marinated artichokes, olives, and pickled peppers also transformRead more ->

Brussels Sprout Slaw with Roasted Ginger Vinaigrette

This Brussels Sprout Slaw with Roasted Ginger Vinaigrette is the perfect Thanksgiving side dish! Ginger is roasted whole and blended with a few additional ingredients, making an intensely flavorful and slightly spicy dressing for this simple and delicious salad. A Journey With Brussels Sprouts I’ve never met a Brussels sprout I didn’t like. That’s a bold face LIE. As I explain here, there was aRead more ->

Arugula Salad with Port Roasted Pears and Roquefort

This Arugula Salad with Port Roasted Pears and Roquefort is oh-so-fancy. Pears get roasted in Port, offering a sweet, caramelized flavor that is offset with the pungent blue cheese. Arugula and Belgian Endive are lightly dressed in a simple vinaigrette using the reserved liquid from the port roasted pears. Sure, I’ll Bring A Salad When you’re asked to “bring a salad” to a dinner party,Read more ->

Curried Chicken Salad

This Curried Chicken Salad is a healthy twist on a classic! Chicken salad gets a healthy upgrade with a curried greek yogurt dressing, bright cilantro, juicy grapes, and crunchy almonds. Perfect on top of a bed of greens or tucked in a pita! Think of something you are up eating. Maybe something nostalgic, that your mom or dad used to make. What was it? GrilledRead more ->

Balsamic Roasted Vegetable Farro

Balsamic Roasted Vegetable Farro is a delicious side dish or light lunch! Roasted vegetables are tossed with nutty farro and a tart balsamic vinaigrette. Simple and delicious! Choose Your Own Adventure The mix and match concept is brilliant, right? Variety, variety, variety. I love mixing and matching salads. No – not the boring salad you’re thinking of, and that we’re all guilty of packing forRead more ->

Summer Salad with Blackberries, Pistachios, and Dill

Salad with blackberries, pistachios, and dill

This Summer Salad with Blackberries, Pistachios, and Dill is filled with fresh flavor! Pistachios add crunch, while the mustardy vinaigrette packs a salty punch. Summer Salad Sweet, sweet summertime. Though fleeting, this magical time of year is packed to the brim with fresh and colorful flavors. Everything tastes juicier, jammier, and more like the sun. Nothing is better than enjoying peak produce in copious amountsRead more ->

Classic Caprese Salad

This Classic Caprese Salad includes the freshest summer ingredient combination! Creamy mozzarella, juicy and sweet tomatoes, and peppery basil. Simple, light, and delicious!  What’s simpler than a summer salad that comes together in less than 5 minutes? Vine ripened tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and basil. Buon Appetito! Tried this Classic Caprese Salad recipe and loved it? Use the hashtag #sohappyyoulikedit and tag @sohappyyoulikedit on social mediaRead more ->