Mediterranean Chicken Salad; blog update (?)

Olives and capers add so much flavor to an easy salad. Actually, they add tons of flavor to almost anything and are one of my pantry staples. The chicken is marinated for however long it takes you to get the rest of the salad organized. Then put chicken on the grill, pour a glass of … Continue reading…

Sausage, Quinoa, Spinach and Lettuce Salad

We’re back…. We’re tired – all of us. I haven’t cooked in three days but I have managed to eat very well and far too much. So here is a salad that I posted years ago, but was in desperate need of an updated photo. I’ll be on bread and water for a few days…. … Continue reading…

Steak Caesar Salad, a long day

We still have Romaine left in the garden but the other lettuces have bolted and been pulled for compost. The Romaine will last another few days. but our salad season is almost over. This will likely be the last salad of the season (other then my lunch salads) The good news is the chard is … Continue reading…

Sausage, Red Pepper and Red Bean Salad

I was looking at my food photos from June and saw two that looked alike. Curious as to why I had processed two of the same thing I took a closer look. I apparently made the same salad twice – once with sausages and once with chicken breasts. Obviously we liked the salad. Obviously I … Continue reading…

Healthier Taco Salad

I have never really gotten into the ‘food as container’ bit. Okay, other than sandwiches. I’ll be more specific: I’m not a fan of food as a container for other foods that have to be eaten with utensils. Like soup in a loaf of bread or salad in a giant taco. I worry that the … Continue reading…

Chicken Caesar Salad; safe eggs

Grilled chicken and a yogurt dressing keep the calories down on this salad. The Parmesan and the anchovies keep the classic ‘Caesar’ flavor high. Chicken Caesar Salad Total time: 25 minutes  Ingredients: 2 chicken breasts, boneless and skinless 1 tbs chili powder 2 tbs Worcestershire sauce 1/2 tsp garlic powder lettuce – for 2 main … Continue reading…