Salads

Pea and Arugula Salad with FetaThis salad is so tasty and refreshing. You use fresh peas that are lightly cooked, fresh arugula, and tasty feta cheese along with a light lemony dressing. You can whip it up in just a few short minutes so be sure to keep the ingredients on hand!

Ingredients

1 pound fresh green peas (or 1 cup shelled peas)
2 cups boiling water
6 cups fresh arugula
1/4 cup fresh mint, lightly chopped
Juice of half a lemon
1 tbsp. olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
Two ounces of feta cheese, crumbled Continue reading

Ratatouille SaladMost people I know had never heard of ratatouille before the animated movie came out, and even now I don’t know many people who have given it a try. It’s really a shame because it’s delicious!

This recipe is a bit of a twist on traditional ratatouille to make it healthier. It’s perfect for people who have avoided giving eggplant a try as well!

Ingredients

1 medium eggplant
Bowl of lightly salted water
5 roma tomatoes
1 zucchini
1 orange bell pepper
1 red onion
3 tbsp. olive oil
2 tbsp. red wine vinegar
2/3 cup fresh basil, sliced Continue reading

Cauliflower SaladIngredients

1 C. shredded carrots
1 C. sliced cauliflower
½ C. chopped pecans
1 C. spinach or other greens
Black pepper

Directions

Slice cauliflower in ¼ to 1 inch slices. Tear greens into small pieces. Toss all ingredients together. Add pepper to taste. Chill and serve with your choice of dressing. (Serves 4)