Pre-made, portable meals are my favorite, especially this time of the year when school and sports have ramped back up. Like so many with school aged kids, sports schedules and after school activities has us all over town in the afternoon and evenings, not to mention weekends! Maintaining a healthy lifestyle means running through a…
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House Vinaigrette
Every weekend, usually on Sunday, I have a list of kitchen staples that I prep for the week ahead. Some type of vinaigrette is always at the top of the list. After years of doing this, it remains a key part of feeding my family healthy meals throughout the week. I’m happy they are big…
Southwest Chicken Salad with Chipotle Lime Vinaigrette
Cooking during the summer, at home or on vacation, is a true pleasure for me. Summer’s bounty combined with high quality proteins I keep stocked up on in my freezer make for the easiest, healthiest meals. This dish is no exception. There’s almost never a time I don’t have these ingredients handy. And a quick…
Spring Greens with Radish, Flaked Mackerel and Toasted Walnuts
Spring Greens with Radish, Flaked Mackerel, and Toasted Walnuts “Don’t overlook the oily little fishes.” – Michael Pollan, Food Rule #32 I’m excited to share a refreshing and satisfying salad that combines crisp spring radishes, toasted walnuts, and creamy garbanzo beans, all tossed in a tangy lemon vinaigrette. This Spring Greens with Radish, Flaked Mackerel,…
Quinoa Salad with Arugula, Roasted Carrots and Fennel
I had the pleasure of sharing this recipe in the January issue of our sweet local magazine, Hillsborough Living. This quinoa salad is not only perfect for anyone trying to “reset” after the holidays, but it’s also one of my favorite salads to enjoy year-round. Refreshing, flavorful, and satisfying as a main entrée, this salad…
Mixed Greens with Pecans, Gorgonzola and Apricot Jam Vinaigrette
A perfect salad to begin a meal with or piled on a dinner sized plate next to a crusty baguette or hot cup of creamy soup. This salad is perfect year round and lends itself to many variations. All butter lettuce makes for a wonderful delicate salad, but peppery arugula also works well with this…
Arugula Salad with Tomato, Peach and Roasted Golden Beets
For many of us, a simple trip to the farmer’s market can provide such joy these days. The aromas, the array of colors, and the people! Oh how nice it is to see people – outside, masked, and there to support our local farmers and their hard work. Even greater than joy, our health is…
Melon Salad with Feta, Jalapeno and Mint
Happy Friday, friends! I hope you’ve all had a fantastic week. If it’s 5 o’clock where you are, congratulations on the end of the workday! If you’re still a few hours away like we are, hang in there—weekend vibes are just around the corner. Melon Season Magic It’s melon season, and I can’t get enough…