Salad

Crispy Chickpea and Radish Salad

August 2, 2019

I 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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Bacon Cheeseburger Salad Bowls

July 23, 2019

First 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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Steak and Potato Caesar Salad

July 12, 2019

Usually 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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Eggs Benedict Salad

May 10, 2019

As 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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Chourico Potato Salad

October 3, 2018

I’m a lover of all things potatoes and the thought of a “salad” composed of carbs and sausage and crumbled cheese makes me very excited, because a hearty not-so-healthy-salad just happens to be right up my alley. This Chouriço Potato Salad comes from blogger Nik Sharma’s (A Brown Table) debut cookbook Season. It’s a book that speaks to Nik’s life as a queer immigrant, told through the food he grew up eating in his hometown of Bombay, the food that inspires him today, and the food that is sure to speak to us all. This salad is just a small example of the big flavors that can be found throughout this inspirational book, and one that is so delicious, I just know I’ll be making it over and over again. Crispy, golden brown potatoes, tossed together with fresh lime juice, cilantro, chives, pepitas, crumbled paneer and flavored with crispy Chouriço, which is a Portuguese sausage just packed with incredible flavor. It all comes together so simply, but is sure to steal the show in any meal it’s featured in. Give this recipe a try and pick up Nik’s cookbook, you’ll be glad you did.

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Shrimp Po’boy Salad

July 30, 2018

I’ve been traveling to New Orleans for over three years now every month to work with my friend Joy, and I can’t even begin to describe the first time I visited. It’s a magical place with warm people and delicious food. The first time I ate a po’boy was with Julian, down at the French Quarter. We each ordered one and then ate them as we walked to a museum and it was magical experience. I always say that po’boys are the world’s simplest sandwich, they’re made with soft white bread loaves, iceberg lettuce, tomatoes and pickles, yet they are so delicious. It’s weird because they’re not fancy at all, but still so amazing. The type of po’boy is completely your choice, with many different options, but the best in my humble opinion will always be the fried shrimp po’boys. Fried shrimp always has my heart. I wanted to recreate that experience at home, but in salad form. I’m a big fan of hearty salads that aren’t even that healthy for you because who really wants a healthy salad anyhow? You won’t get that from this site. Instead, you’ll get a fried shrimp salad loaded with croutons and remoulade sauce. Don’t sleep on this recipe. You’ll be doing yourself a disservice.

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