Thomas - Easy & Delicious Salad Recipes: Hearty, Healthy Salads & Dressings You Will Love

Thanks for purchasing my book, "Easy & Delicious Salad Recipes!"

I love to cook, garden, and spend time outdoors with my three guys (husband and two sons). I hope you like this cookbook. I had fun creating, cooking, and photographing each recipe. Please contact me any time through my site or Facebook. And don't forget to leave a review for this book if you like it!

Salads are nutritious, delicious, and fun! But many people get caught in a rut!

I'm here to give you some new ideas to make your salads delicious and exciting again!

Two main things I want to note in order to make your salads both delicious and nutritious. You should chop them up more finely and make your own dressings.

Yes - that's it!

Simple, right?

As you will see, I have chopped the ingredients of most of my salads finely. I believe you will enjoy the texture and flavors much more this way.

Also, making your own dressings is way cheaper and more delicious than any store-bought dressings you can buy. Not to mention, they will be more healthy. I have included 13 dressing recipes in this book to get you started, including a healthy homemade mayonnaise. Hopefully, this will inspire you to create your own delicious combinations.

Also, I would like to add that I prefer lacinato kale (also called Tuscan or black) in my salads, so that's what I've used in all these recipes that call for kale. I find that it tends to be more tender than curly kale and lends well to raw eating. However, use what you can find, what you have available, or what you prefer.

These salads were created to be delicious, healthy, and awe inspiring. I hope you enjoy them and that they inspire you to create your own healthy recipes using your favorite combinations.

Sally

www.herbsandgoodfood.com

This salad has a zesty homemade Catalina dressing that is sure to win over your family and friends. Great for a barbeque, picnic, or any day of the week.

Ingredients:

• 1 Tbs olive oil
• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken, cut in 1-inch cubes
• 1 Tbs taco seasoning (see Bonus Recipe for homemade)
• 1/4 cup water
• 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained
• 1 cup red onion, chopped
• 1/3 cup frozen corn, thawed
• 20 cherry tomatoes, quartered
• 6 packed cups lettuce, chopped
• 1-2 cups tortilla chips, crushed

• 1/4 cup tomato sauce
• 1/8 cup honey (preferrably raw)
• 1/2 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/8 tsp ground black pepper
• 1/2 cup olive oil
• 1/4 cup apple cider or red wine vinegar
• 1/4 tsp ground dry mustard

Ingredients:

• 2 cups cauliflower, finely chopped
• 1 cup purple cabbage, finely chopped
• 2 Tbs orange bell pepper
• 1/4 cup pumpkin seeds
• 1/2 tsp dried basil (or 1/2 Tbs fresh, finely chopped)
• 2 Tbs mayonnaise (see Dressing section for homemade)
• 1/4 tsp salt, more to taste
• 1/8 tsp ground black pepper

Instructions:

Combine all ingredients in a large bowl. Serve right away or refrigerate up to 5 days.

Serves 4.

Ingredients:

• 1 large sweet potato, peeled, chopped
• 4 cups baby spinach, chopped
• 2 cups cauliflower, finely chopped
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/8 tsp ground black pepper

Curry Red Pepper Vinaigrette Dressing:

• 2 Tbs red bell pepper, chopped
• 1 tsp curry powder
• 2 Tbs vinegar (red wine or apple cider)
• 1/8 tsp salt
• 1/8 tsp ground black pepper
• 1/4 cup olive oil

Instructions:

Cook potato in just enough water to cover for 5-8 minutes (don't overcook). Drain water. Place in medium size bowl to cool. Add salt and black pepper. Meanwhile, blend dressing ingredients in blender or food processor until smooth. Add spinach, cauliflower, and dressing to potato mixture and stir gently to incorporate. Enjoy right away.

Serves 4.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup cooked chicken
• 2 cups kale, main stem removed, chopped
• 2/3 cup carrots, shredded
• 2 Tbs red bell pepper, finely chopped
• 1 cup purple cabbage, finely chopped
• salt and ground black pepper to taste
• sesame vinaigrette dressing

Sesame Vinaigrette Dressing:

• 2 Tbs sesame oil
• 1/2 cup olive oil
• 1/4 cup vinegar (apple cider or rice)
• 2 Tbs sesame seeds
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
• 2 garlic cloves, finely minced (or 1/2 tsp garlic powder)
• 2 dashes paprika

Combine all ingredients except dressing in a medium to large bowl. Meanwhile, combine all dressing ingredients in a pint jar. Cover and shake vigorously. Toss about 1/4 cup dressing into the salad mixture. Serve right away and enjoy!

Serves 2-4.