Chinese Eggplant Salad, An Easy Make-Ahead Menu Option

Chinese Eggplant Salad, An Easy Make-Ahead Menu Option

This lovely cold dish is a study in contrasts.  It is sweet and sour, with a divine, slippery texture, and a mild nuttiness from the toasted sesame seeds.  This “salad” makes a lovely, light meal for two on a warm summer day.  Alternately, it can 

Regal Apple Slaw

Regal Apple Slaw

This refreshing, crunchy slaw is the perfect counterpoint to a rich dinner.  It’s quick and easy to make, and is a guaranteed hit at family gatherings. We southerners love our slaw, probably because we eat a lot of ham and fried foods.  The sweet, tangy 

Quick Heirloom Tomato & Basil Salad

Quick Heirloom Tomato & Basil Salad

This classic, Italian tomato salad comes together in a matter of minutes.  Best of all, it’s a real crowd pleaser and is easy to make in big batches.  This is an ideal side dish for family gatherings or outdoor entertaining. Sometimes, the simplest dishes are 

Baharat Roasted Eggplant Salad

Baharat Roasted Eggplant Salad

This delicious roasted eggplant salad can be served either warm or cold.  Seasoned with Lebanese style Baharat, a Middle Eastern seasoning mix, this light, creamy dish has a rich, warm flavor — perfect for early spring or early fall. As I was working on my 

French Vinaigrette

French Vinaigrette

There is nothing like a classic French vinaigrette to dress up a simple tossed green salad.  Anyone who’s ever eaten at a French bistro can appreciate the way a properly executed dressing can elevate a salad.  The beauty of vinaigrette lies in its simplicity. We 

Spicy Radish Salad

Spicy Radish Salad

Nothing is more delightful than finding those sweet bunches of cheery red radishes in the market each spring.  This simple salad is an ideal way to enjoy them.  It’s quick, easy, and a delicious companion for meats from the grill. This fresh, crunchy radish salad