The cucumbers in this recipe are "almost pickled" after a 20-minute soak in two kinds of vinegar--bringing them to a softened and slightly tart state, without cooking or an unbearably long wait.
Zippy ginger, onion, and lemon juice are tempered by sweet grapes, dates, pears, oranges, and candied nuts.
Cauliflower is a wonderful vegetable that is sadly underutilized. This salad is full of color, flavor, and nutrition but low in calories!
A salad alive with textures and flavors. High in potassium and fiber, the turnip-like jicama lends a satisfying crunch and an apple/pear-like taste for a nice contrast with soft, sweet mango.
This quick, colorful salad works well as a side but can also be an entire meal on its own, with soybeans—high in omega-3 fatty acids, potassium, calcium, and protein
The green onion, fresh basil, dill, and lemon in this salad are a lovely complement to the spinach and quinoa.
This fresh cucumber relish is a great side dish when serving burgers or similar foods, a healthy replacement for pickles that contain many additives.
The intoxicating aroma of fresh mint, the floral notes of coriander seed, and the heady blend of vinegar and olive oil all add to this easy-to-make and appetizing salad.
The base for these two salads is a combination of Romaine and spinach. The secret to delicious salads is nice, crisp greens, while avocado and olives add a rich, pleasing touch.
