Nopales are from the paddle of the prickly pear cactus and are available either in the whole cactus paddle or pre-cut and packaged in most Mexican or ethnic specialty stores. Studies show that Nopales can actually lower the blood sugar and have been used in the Mexican diet for many […]
Salads & Dressings
Little Gem Salad with Lemon Cream Dressing
Little Gem Salad with Lemon Cream Dressing What you’ll need: For the dressing: (makes about 1 ½ cups) 2 to 3 anchovy fillets, rinsed Handful chopped chives Handful chopped parsley Juice of 1 fresh lemon 2 teaspoons grated lemon zest 1/2 cup regular or olive oil mayonnaise 3/4 cup […]
Baby Greens with Herb Crusted Cheese Rounds and Orange Vinaigrette
Mixed Baby Greens with Herb Crusted Chevre’ and Orange Vinaigrette What you’ll need: For the dressing: 1 ½ cups fresh orange juice 1 shallot, finely minced 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves 2 Tablespoons Balsamic vinegar ½ cup red wine vinegar 1 Tablespoon Dijon mustard ¼ cup olive oil ¼ cup […]
Okinawan Sweet Potato Salad w/ Creamy Coconut Dressing
Okinawan sweet potatoes have buff skin and a deep purple flesh. They are earthy, delicately sweet and can be prepared in a variety of ways. Okinawa Sweet Potato Salad With Creamy Coconut Dressing Serves 6 This dish can be made Vegan by substituting the yogurt with Veganaise. Truly […]
Grilled Sweet Potato and Pomegranate Salad
This is quite a unique side to serve any time! Healthful and delicious! Grilled Sweet Potato and Pomegranate Salad with Pistachios and Mint A Middle Eastern-inspired Salad Serves 6 as a side What you’ll need: 4 Medium sweet potatoes, scrubbed ½ cup extra virgin olive oil 2/3 cup fresh orange […]
Scallop, Shrimp and Crab Salad w/Creamy Tarragon Dressing
Scallop, Shrimp and Crab Salad w/Creamy Tarragon Dressing The delicate sweetness of seared scallops and tarragon balances with the tang of horseradish. Either tuck inside an avocado as a salad or top crispy cucumber rounds for a mouthwatering appetizer. Dee-Lightful! What you’ll need: 12 large “dry” scallops* 1/2 cup cooked […]
Strawberry Basil Salad with Rosemary Cornbread
Quick, unique and elegantly delicious! Succulent, sweet strawberries mixed with aromatic Italian basil served over homemade rosemary cornbread. Strawberry Basil Salad with Rosemary Corn Bread What you’ll need: 2 cups fresh sweet organic strawberries, coarsely chopped 1/3 cup thinly sliced green onions 1/3 cup chopped red sweet pepper 3 Tablespoons basil […]
Orange Scented Chicken Salad with Pecans and Grapes
Dee’s Orignial Orange Scented Chicken Salad with Pecans and Grapes An Original Dee Thing Everyone has their own “Best chicken salad in the world” recipe. Try mine! You won’t be disappointed! What you’ll need: Chicken breasts and thighs, bones and skin intact, organic free range preferred Cool water, enough […]
Grilled Pear and Endive Salad with Ricotta Salata
Grilled Pear and Endive Salad Serves 4 This nutritious main course salad combines savory and sweet flavors for a lovely umami taste. It takes only minutes to prepare! What you’ll need: 4 small firm but ripe pears, Bosc, Anjou or Barlett ½ cup extra virgin olive oil 1 […]
