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Side Dishes

Chicken Pot Pie Salad

October 8, 2019

Chicken Pot Pie SaladThe classic and ever-comforting chicken pot pie (one of my all time favorite fall dishes) meets chicken salad with this deliciously addicting recipe. I know that I should be thinking about warming soups and stews right now, but we’re having hot weather here in Los Angeles yet again, and so my brain is still in summer mode. The great thing about this Chicken Pot Pie Salad though is that you can make it all year long. It’s comforting, but light at the same time, thanks to the homemade tarragon dressing. Serve warm, room temperature or cold right from the fridge. Did I mention that biscuits are involved? It’s always a good day when biscuits are involved.

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Filed Under: Lunch, Main Dishes, Salad Tagged With: biscuits, Dinner, lunch, Main Dishes, Salad

Crispy Chickpea and Radish Salad

August 2, 2019

Crispy Chickpea and Radish SaladI don’t have enough salad recipes on the blog. I hope that it’s not because I don’t eat that much salad, but in reality, it’s because I find salads so easy to make that they normally don’t require recipes at all. I have to admit that I’m a large consumer of those bagged salad kits. I’m not sure if they’re entirely all that healthy for you or not, but we can’t argue that they aren’t convenient. The best thing about salads is that you can really just construct one with a lettuce base and then work your way from there, really throwing in whatever you have on hand. They’re no going wrong. And even though I prefer my salads in the form of bacon cheeseburgers, I will say that every now and then I do crazy something reality healthy. I’m not a complete monster. This Crispy Chickpea and Radish salad is hearty enough where you’d think you’re indulging, but still loaded with vegetables so you know you’re doing something right for your body. It’s a great summertime side dish or perfect picnic or potluck tagalong. Give it a try soon!

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Filed Under: Salad, Side Dishes, Vegetarian Tagged With: Potluck, Salad, Side Dishes, Vegetarian

Bacon Cheeseburger Salad Bowls

July 23, 2019

Bacon Cheeseburger Salad BowlsFirst things first, I’m currently hosting a GIVEAWAY on my Instagram account for one lucky winner to win an Instant Pot! So, if you haven’t checked it out yet, head on over and enter! And now, onto these Bacon Cheeseburger Salad Bowls. If you’ve followed this blog for a while now, you’ll know that I have had a track record to turn burgers into new and exciting dishes. From spaghetti to pierogis to soup and Wellington, there is literally something for everyone. Now these burger bowls are taking over and I have to say that they’re out of this world. I mean, I might be slightly biased here but I can’t recommend this recipe enough. It’s the perfect weeknight summer meal, and the one I’ll be making all season long!

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Filed Under: Main Dishes, Salad Tagged With: Dinner, Main Dishes, Salad

Steak and Potato Caesar Salad

July 12, 2019

Steak and Potato Caesar SaladUsually when I eat a salad it’s because I’m forcing myself to make healthier choices. Inevitably, it’s what I tend to eat when I’ve returned from a vacation and have over-indulged and my body is just screaming for something green or a vegetable. My mindset is usually that of dinner being a protein, a starch and a vegetable—with the vegetable being a potato of some kind, which is technically another starch but let me live. Because of that, I tend to throw in a simple green salad on the side for dinner, since I know my body will thank me for it later. This Steak and Potato Caesar Salad, however, is a salad that I can truly get behind. It’s hearty, satisfying and just a tiny bit over-the-top. Which is exactly how I prefer my salads.

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Filed Under: Main Dishes, Salad Tagged With: Dinner, Main Dishes, Salads, Summer

Buffalo Potato Salad

May 21, 2019

Buffalo Potato SaladIn my family, we use any late spring/summer holiday (i.e. Labor Day, Memorial Day or 4th of July) as an excuse to have a barbecue. We’ll typically grill hot dogs and hamburgers and corn on the cob and my mom will make a potato salad. There will be chips with lots of dip, of course, and fruit, which will always include watermelon since it’s my favorite fruit. Because of this, I’m always looking for new and exciting BBQ side dishes. Just in case you are too, I thought I’d share this Buffalo Potato Salad this week so that you have it on hand if you too plan on grilling next Monday. It’s like chicken wings in salad form minus the chicken and with lots of potatoes and bacon instead. I didn’t really describe it well, but the post will speak for itself!

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Filed Under: Side Dishes Tagged With: Salad, Side Dishes

Eggs Benedict Salad

May 10, 2019

Eggs Benedict SaladAs you can see with this post, and the one earlier in the week, we’re on an Eggs Benedict kick. That’s because it happens to be my mom’s favorite breakfast/brunch dish and Mother’s Day is coming up fast. I wanted to make sure you had some options on what to make this Sunday, just in case you’re anything like me and usually wait until the last minute to plan things out. The best part about this dish, however, is that it’s great any time of the year, not just for Mother’s Day. This Eggs Benedict Salad is featured on this week’s episode of Married and Hungry and I hope you all enjoy it! If you haven’t had a chance to see the episode, make sure you go give it a watch! 

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Filed Under: Married and Hungry, Salad Tagged With: Breakfast, Brunch, Married and Hungry, Mother's Day, Salads

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