There’s a big holiday coming up in the US – the ultimate summer picnic / party day.
The 4th of July is Wednesday, aka: Independence Day.
We have a similar one here – 14 juillet, aka: Bastille Day.
The two holidays have many things in common, not the least of which is big picnics, large family gatherings, fireworks and lots and lots of summer food.
A large share of that summer food will be in the form of salads.
Pasta salads are popular in the US; couscous salads are popular here; potato salads are a hit on both sides of the pond.
As is the traditional ‘Greek Salad’ with tomatoes, cucumbers, onions and feta.
As we have an abundance of lettuce a modified the traditional slightly.
It increases easily, and, if you use a nice crisp Romaine, transports well.
The portions given are for 4 side salads.
The recipe, Greek-Style Salad, has been updated and re-posted here: Greek-Style Salad.
If you are thinking of a more traditional pasta salad:
Creamy Pasta Salad with Ham and Peas.
We can’t forget the good old Tuna Salad. Here is the Tale of Two Tunas: traditional with lots of mayo and an updated Healthy Tuna Salad
This is one of my favorites with a no-cook tomato sauce and lots of frest herbs.
Fresh Tomato and Olive Pasta Salad
Best if we throw at least one potato salad into the mix….
Potato Salad with Pimento Cream
Throw some ribs on the grill and have a picnic!
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POtato salad with pimento sounds intriguing… 🙂
I want to share your picnic blanket! Promise I’ll bring at least two different salads!
These look grand.
Marina, we like it – just a little kick for summer!
Tanna, more importantly, two different wines! I’ll save you a place…