Category Archives: Salads

Lemon Mint Vinaigrette

Posted on May 9, 2023 by HelenFern

Mother’s day is this Sunday. Are you planning anything special? A mother’s day brunch? Or perhaps a mother’s day tea? In either case, a salad with crispy butter lettuce and this bright, lemony mint vinaigrette.

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Cabbage and Arugula Coleslaw

Posted on September 27, 2022 by HelenFern

Coleslaw is a perfect dish to take with on a picnic, or serve at a barbecue. It’s a great tailgate side and goes with just about any barbecued meat. And who doesn’t like coleslaw? A bowl of coleslaw can be … Continue reading →

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Avocado and Melon Salad

Posted on July 14, 2022 by HelenFern

I found this absolutely beautiful Arava melon. This green fleshed melon is dense and sweet like a cantaloupe and juice like a honeydew. Since there are only two of us, I needed to figure out something to do with half … Continue reading →

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Blood Orange Salad with Blood Orange Vinaigrette

Posted on May 31, 2022 by HelenFern

I love a blood orange. They taste like an orange, but with a hint of raspberry. They work beautifully in a salad, not to mention as a snack. A blood orange is a citrus that contains anthocyanin, the same compound … Continue reading →

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Avocado Tuna Boats

Posted on November 15, 2021 by HelenFern

Looking for a quick and delicious lunch? Fill an avocado with tuna salad! Add some crisp lettuce and a few little tomatoes – Voila!

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