Fresh figs and cherries are showing up in the markets and now is the time to take advantage of their brief presence in New England. This fig and cherry salad with sherry vinaigrette is light and full of sweet flavor. The boldness of the sherry vinegar perfectly complements the sweet figs and the cherries.… Read more
Salads
Tasty seasonal salad recipes to serve with your meal or as the main course.
Frisée Carrot Salad with Lemon Za’atar Vinaigrette
This Frisée Carrot Salad with Lemon Za’atar Vinaigrette will be on regular rotation at my house. The tartness of the lemon combined with the spicy flavors of za’atar make a bright, flavorful dressing for the carrots, frisée and parsley. The rainbow colored carrots add festive flashes of red, yellow and orange.… Read more
Salad with Creamy Dill Dressing
This simple salad with creamy dill dressing is so very good. It’s light and bursting with fresh flavors, making it a perfect accompaniment to winter meals. … Read more
Garlic Tossed Green Bean and Lemon Salad
Our friend John served us this garlic tossed green bean and lemon salad and it was so delicious, I couldn’t wait to try to make it myself. Since then, I’ve made it several times. It’s that good. I’ve tried to make sure that my recipe does justice to John’s delicious original.… Read more
Heirloom Tomato, Nectarine, and Burrata Salad
Summer is at its peak and there’s no better time for this heirloom tomato, nectarine, and burrata salad. Drizzled with a basil dressing and sprinkled with pine nuts, this salad is a summer party in your mouth. So, so good.… Read more