A few weeks ago, Charlotte experienced cooler weather and ice caused by the climatic phenomenon known as the “Carolina Wedge.” When Sally heard this term, a different type of wedge came to mind. The classic wedge salad to be exact. Sally is off in Cancun with my youngest …
Salads
Spring Cucumber Salad
Spring has 10 days until it officially arrives, but someone forgot to tell the Spring-like weather that has hit Charlotte over the last few days. The trees have begun to blossom and after a long winter, Sally and I are both ready for the warm weather! …
Watermelon Peach and Feta Salad with Lemon Allspice Dressing
My love for watermelon isn’t bound by one season. Any time of the year that watermelon is available, I’ll eat it. My love of this pink and green melon started at an early age. At Thanksgiving and Christmas, my Granny (Marjorie) will always bring a fruit salad for our family meal. …
Original Red Roasted Cauliflower Salad
Upon my arrival in Lafayette, I relaxed into the familiar embrace of South Louisiana humidity. In less than 30 miles I was transported to a world unchanged by mixed use zoning and familiar neon signs. I passed through the gate house and onto Avery Island. Past swamps and marshes …
Kale Zucchini and Farro Salad
Looking for a side dish or vegetarian main entree for your next dinner party, backyard cookout, or tailgate? This hearty, but not heavy, summer salad is the perfect dish to showcase fresh summer produce. Filled with fresh zucchini, tomatoes, bell peppers, kale, garbanzo beans and …
BLT Salad with Creamy Pesto Dressing
Do you like BLT’s ? There is just something about thick salty bacon, juicy tomato slices and crisp green lettuce that works. The best BLT that I have ever had was in Chapel Hill, NC. This salad is a great side dish for a Spring Picnic, Summer BBQ, or Fall Tailgate. Pack the …
Roasted Squash and Spinach Salad
Happy Halloween! Feeling overwhelmed with sugary desserts, candy corn, and pumpkin put into everything? This Roasted Squash and Spinach Salad is a retreat from the orange and black sugar overload that you may be experiencing. …