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Sensational Side Salads to Feast On this Summer

Jessica Fisher · June 25, 2017 · 10 Comments

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Summer is salad season! Try one of these sensational side salads at your next picnic or cookout. They are cool, refreshing, and full of flavor. When I was in college, my church would hold potluck fundraisers, called “Salad’s On!” Everyone would pitch in some salad dishes and then you ponied up a little money to […]

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Tuna Macaroni Salad

Jessica Fisher · June 11, 2017 · 5 Comments

A closeup of a bowl of Tuna Mac SaladA closeup of a bowl of Tuna Mac Salad

Enjoy this Tuna Macaroni Salad as a cool main dish this summer or as a substantial side dish at your next barbecue. It packs super well for lunch on the go. As I type, I’m craving this salad. I took the pictures yesterday. The salad was scarfed down over the last 24 hours and I […]

Filed Under: Lunches, Recipe, Salads, Seafood Tagged With: packable

Easy Greek Pasta Salad

Jessica Fisher · May 28, 2017 · 2 Comments

Greek Pasta Salad in white bowl, with spoonGreek Pasta Salad in white bowl, with spoon

Cool off tonight with a delicious make-ahead easy Greek pasta salad with feta, tomatoes, and kalamata olives. It’s hearty without feeling heavy. I love a good pasta salad. It’s hearty, it’s filling, and it’s very make-ahead. It’s also a great excuse for me to getaway without adding meat to the meal. While I know that […]

Filed Under: Lunches, Pasta, Recipe, Salads Tagged With: packable, updated

Homemade Blue Cheese Dressing Recipe

Jessica Fisher · April 23, 2017 · 4 Comments

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Forget the bottled dressings. Why would you EVEN bother when you can make tasty Homemade Blue Cheese Dressing in just minutes? I’ve been a SUPER FAN of Blue Cheese Dressing for as long as I can remember. And I’ve stayed true blue, despite the teasing and taunts of school kids and wrinkled noses of my own progeny. […]

Filed Under: Dips, Dressings, Recipe, Salads Tagged With: buttermilk, updated

Chef’s Salad with a Garlicky Anchovy Vinaigrette

Jessica Fisher · April 18, 2017 · 7 Comments

Chef's Salad Recipe | Good Cheap EatsChef's Salad Recipe | Good Cheap Eats

A typical chef’s salad boasts hard-boiled eggs, cucumbers, tomatoes, cheese, and meat on a bed of dressed greens. This garlicky anchovy vinaigrette adds some punch to the mix. Salads are some of my favorite healthier meals. They give you the opportunity to “eat the rainbow”, save money, use up little bits of leftover meat and […]

Filed Under: Lunches, Main Dishes, Recipe, Salads Tagged With: 30-minute meals, cooked chicken, no cook, packable, Veggies Most, whole 30

Coconut Berry Salad Recipe

Jessica Fisher · April 12, 2017 · 5 Comments

bowls of coconut berry salad, with spoonsbowls of coconut berry salad, with spoons

Enjoy in-season berries in this deliciously simple Coconut Berry Salad that can be made in just minutes. It’s the perfect healthy dessert to serve all spring and summer. Berry season has arrived here in California. Last week the kids and I joined some friends for our annual strawberry picking adventure. While the berries aren’t cheap, they’re […]

Filed Under: Dessert, Recipe, Salads Tagged With: dairy-free, packable

5 Great Salads that Make a Meal

Jessica Fisher · March 26, 2017 · 4 Comments

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Looking for something fresh after the long, heavy winter? Enjoy plenty of fresh vegetables and protein in these great salads that make a meal. Salad season is upon us — and I’m so glad! Salad meals have long been some of my favorites. I miss them during winter. I know, I can — and do […]

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Kale Salad with Red Grapes, Almonds, and Scallions

Jessica Fisher · November 27, 2016 · 5 Comments

Kale Salad with Red Grapes | Good Cheap EatsKale Salad with Red Grapes | Good Cheap Eats

Celebrate the season with a festive Kale Salad with Red Grapes, Almonds, and Scallions. It’s quick and easy to pull together. This is the season when it’s easy to overindulge. I mean, cookies, cakes, and pie? Oh my! I had no trouble going back for a second plate of turkey dinner. Or a second piece […]

Filed Under: Lunches, Recipe, Salads Tagged With: dairy-free, no cook, packable, Veggies Most

Quinoa Salad to Make You Swoon

Jessica Fisher · September 3, 2016 · 20 Comments

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Want a Quinoa Salad that will make you swoon? This would be it. It’s one of my favorites to make for a hearty, protein-packed lunch. When I first met quinoa, I was a reluctant fan. I knew it was really nutritious, but the taste was a little bland. And then I learned some fun ways […]

Filed Under: Beans, Lunches, Meatless, Recipe, Salads, Side Dishes Tagged With: packable, Veggies Most

Submarine Salad: You Won’t Miss the Bread!

Jessica Fisher · August 7, 2016 · 9 Comments

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The best part of a sub sandwich is the meat and veggies and abundant Italian dressing. You have all those in this tasty Submarine Salad, so good you won’t miss the bread! Ready for a salad to knock your socks off? This Submarine Salad is it! I’ve been making it a lot this past few […]

Filed Under: Lunches, Recipe, Salads Tagged With: no cook, packable

Dinner Salad Recipes that are Super for Summer

Jessica Fisher · July 26, 2016 · 5 Comments

A plate of salad topped with chickenA plate of salad topped with chicken

The dog days of summer make it too, too hot to cook, let alone eat hot food. Get in and out of the kitchen with these super dinner salad recipes. Our summer weather hasn’t been too cool and breezy of late. We don’t have AC, and afternoon temps in the house have hovered far above […]

Filed Under: Salads Tagged With: Veggies Most

Asian Cabbage Salad with Chicken and Mandarin Oranges

Jessica Fisher · July 16, 2016 · 2 Comments

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Keep your cool with this easy Asian Cabbage Salad with Chicken and Mandarin Oranges. It’s delicious as well as very make-ahead! I confess, I’ve been a little lazy this summer. I’ve leaned on make-ahead salads quite a bit. And you know what? I’m not sorry one bit. They’ve tasted great! Plus, they’ve been easy to send […]

Filed Under: Chicken, Lunches, Recipe, Salads Tagged With: packable, Veggies Most

Chicken Salad Sandwiches

Jessica Fisher · July 7, 2016 · 12 Comments

These Chicken Salad Sandwiches are so tasty! With crunchy bits of celery and savory bites of cheddar, this chicken salad is note-worthy, perfect for sandwich night. I’ve always loved a good sandwich. Whether it was the ham-and-cheese-stuffed pitas my girlfriends and I made in high school, the $5 footlong that felt like a splurge, or […]

Filed Under: Chicken, Main Dishes, Recipe, Salads, Sandwiches Tagged With: cooked chicken, packable

Greek Orzo Salad

Jessica Fisher · June 28, 2016 · 5 Comments

Greek Orzo salad on plate with chicken and broccoliGreek Orzo salad on plate with chicken and broccoli

Dotted with sundried tomatoes, kalamata olives, marinated artichoke hearts, and tangy feta, this delicious Greek Orzo Salad comes together quickly with a handful of ingredients. Grilling season is in full swing around here which means we cook some hearty proteins on the grill and supplement with yummy salads on the side. This past week, I […]

Filed Under: Lunches, Meatless, Pasta, Recipe, Salads, Side Dishes Tagged With: packable

Red Potato Salad with Whole Grain Mustard

Jessica Fisher · June 21, 2016 · Leave a Comment

Whole Grain Mustard Potato SaladWhole Grain Mustard Potato Salad

Looking for good old fashioned comfort food in the middle of summer? Serve up this Red Potato Salad with Whole Grain Mustard at your next BBQ. It is full of flavor and oh so comforting. Potatoes just may be one of my favorite foods. I can’t think of a time when they aren’t appealing. I […]

Filed Under: Recipe, Salads, Side Dishes Tagged With: dairy-free, packable

Chicken Strip Salad with Blue Cheese & Pumpkin Seeds

Jessica Fisher · June 13, 2016 · 4 Comments

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Want to eat a little more healthy? Enjoy this hearty Chicken Strip Salad full of vegetables and topped with blue cheese and pumpkin seeds.  This post is sponsored by SuperSeedz. I have received sample product as well as compensation for my time. All opinions are my own. Summer is salad season. And with good reason. […]

Filed Under: Chicken, Lunches, Main Dishes, Recipe, Salads Tagged With: packable

Dijon Vinaigrette Recipe

Jessica Fisher · June 12, 2016 · 2 Comments

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Add a dash of French cuisine to your daily salad when you mix up a batch of this simple Dijon Vinaigrette. It’s quick to make and adds a flavor that can’t be beat. I grew up eating plenty of salads. I was a salad girl, always choosing a salad when dining out or even when […]

Filed Under: Dips, Dressings, Recipe, Sauces Tagged With: dairy-free

Why You Should Make Your Own Cole Slaw

Jessica Fisher · June 6, 2016 · 19 Comments

A plate of cole slawA plate of cole slaw

Cole slaw is one of the easiest summer side dishes to make. It’s a shame folks settle for the soggy mess at the deli counter. No more! Make your own! I’m not sure the first time I made my own cole slaw, but I’m so glad I gave it a shot. You see, FishPapa and […]

Filed Under: Salads, Side Dishes Tagged With: Veggies Most

Salad Recipes that Your Family Will Love

Jessica Fisher · May 26, 2016 · 2 Comments

Salad season is here! When the weather is warm and you just wanna play, make-ahead salad recipes can save the day. Plan for salad dinners this summer. I have always been a salad girl. From the time I was a little girl, salads have been some of my favorite meals. In college when I was […]

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Lettuce Wraps: How to Fill Them

Jessica Fisher · April 24, 2016 · Leave a Comment

A plate of niçoise salad wrapsA plate of niçoise salad wraps

Lettuce wraps are a delicious way to enjoy protein and vegetables without having just another salad. Try some of these great fillings for lettuce wraps. Nicoise Salad Wraps The first time I ever heard about lettuce wraps was in the context of In-N-Out Burger’s secret menu. Instead of a bun, you could get your burger […]

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