A traditional layered Russian salad of mushrooms, hard-boiled eggs, pickled cucumbers, onion, and mayonnaise. Decorate with chopped parsley or dill. If you are not making the salad in a mold, simply reverse...
This is a lower-calorie version of the classic. You can alter the amounts to suit your tastes. You won't miss the bacon and mayo! Crisp, fresh broccoli combined with sweet cranberries, nuts, and low-calorie...
A traditional German favorite that I have loved since I was a child. This recipe is quick, easy, and delicious. Substitute cider vinegar for a different flavor. I prefer to leave the skins on the cucumbers...
This salad is very fast and easy to make and has great flavor. This is my favorite salad to have on a hot summer day. It's refreshing and I know that I'm getting a good dose of veggies.
This is a dish that I am asked to make for potlucks, reunions, family get-togethers. There are never any leftovers except when I make it for myself. It is even better the next day. If I make it for myself,...
My sister, Jean, found this recipe years ago. I always love it. Great for potlucks and BBQs. When sweetening, you may want to double or triple to taste.
This salad is great with chicken or trout grilled over a campfire. It's perfect for backyard picnics. The white balsamic vinegar adds sweetness and the jalapenos and cilantro add a little Texas flair to...
Fat, luscious red strawberries pair with bright green sugar snap peas in a raspberry vinaigrette for a unexpected and tasty treat! Serve immediately or chill up to one hour.
A spicy, tangy, cold, yummy way to use all those cucumbers you grow! This is an old favorite that will cool you off while heating up your taste buds. Simple to make and it keeps for 3-4 days. I grow cucumbers...
I'm not a fan of traditional pea salad, but this is layered with all things I love. I first tasted it at my sister-in-law's at Christmas dinner. It is great picnic food, too. Easy and yummy!
Lunch prep is a breeze with these Greek salads layered in Mason jars. When ready to eat, dump jar contents and (optional) croutons into a bowl and toss.
This salad goes well with both Mexican/Latin American food and Italian/Mediterranean food. It bursts with balsamic-ginger spiciness, tomato sweetness, and chayote cooling.
A quick salad that is made with raw broccoli, romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, and a few other ingredients that marinate in a simple olive oil and lime dressing. Perfect way to use up all those cherry...
This is a summer-favorite of my family. It has a great fresh flavor and is so easy for a weeknight meal. The avocado is a fun alternative to a mayo dressing. Serve alone, on top of lettuce, or in a whole...
Just starting a health kick, getting off the sauce for the next 30 days and back to the gym. This recipe just came to me, so thought I'd share! It is great with salmon, boiled eggs, and avocado.
This salad is a great addition to any festive table. The maple-mustard dressing is the star. You can use other kinds of winter squash, dried fruit, and nuts to fit your taste.
The vibrant colors of this salad just scream summertime! It is the perfect dish for those lazy backyard dinners. It's great as a side dish or a vegetarian main course.
Wow your guests with a delightful flavor combination they've probably never tried! It's especially refreshing in warm weather and when you can get fresh avocados and watermelon. It's also quite simple...
This grated beet wonder will be sure to spice up any meal. This is a sweet and savory salad with a fine crunch form the walnuts. This recipe can be a little messy to work with because the boiled beets...
I tried the Keto Potato Salad recipe on this site and liked it so much I wanted to make it a full meal, so I modified it accordingly. You can add onion and green onions and modify ratios depending on your...
This recipe may be simple but its flavor is big and juicy. I think it would be fabulous alongside spicy Asian curries, quick stir-fries, herb-roasted dinners -- and yes, it would be perfect for picnics....