Notes about Recipes in this book

• Foolproof vinaigrette

  • BadSuzanna on February 11, 2022

    Perfect. Also includes EVOO, salt, Dijon.

• Make-ahead vinaigrette

  • Liz_Young on April 22, 2024

    Okay, sort of meh

• Creamless creamy roasted red pepper and tahini dressing

  • empids on June 24, 2025

    I want to try this.

• Creamy avocado dressing

  • Liz_Young on February 15, 2024

    This is amazing! Next time I would try reducing the lemon juice a bit.

• Caesar dressing

  • Delys77 on April 13, 2025

    Overall this was quite good and kid friendly as there is no raw egg. That said, I think it is a bit lacking In umami. Tossing in a bit of parm would be nice

• Microwave-fried shallots

  • Liz_Young on April 06, 2026

    These were really tasty, and nice to have on hand. Used as topping for soup, veg side dish, green salad. Don't let them burn!

• Bitter greens and chickpea salad with warm vinaigrette

  • valderaa on May 20, 2026

    Delicious! This is a great, hearty, flavorful salad. I used gigante beans because that's what I had on hand. The beans in the dressing would be great as a side on their own. I used one head each of frisee and escarole. I was worried the salad dressing was not enough but it turned out to be fine. All the yummy stuff would fall to the bottom so mix it up when serving. Yum!

• Steak salad with carrot-ginger vinaigrette

  • Delys77 on September 09, 2025

    A good firtuon for 4 people and quite healthy, but just ok flavour wise. I found I needed all the dressing and it was bit lacking in acidity. I added a bit more salt, some lemon, and a pinch of sugar. There is also too much carrot in the dressing for my liking. Not bad, but won’t repeat

• Salmon, avocado, and watercress salad

  • valderaa on April 11, 2026

    I made a sloppy version of this by assembling all ingredients without following cooking or plating directions. It was very tasty. Worth making again and maybe even following the directions.

• Arugula salad with fennel and shaved Parmesan

  • Delys77 on March 11, 2026

    Used a mandoline to shave the fennel very thinly and went slightly heavier on the dressing. Very tasty and easy. The fennel was lovely. A double recipe served 10 as a side salad.

• Pan-roasted pear salad with watercress, Parmesan, and pecans

  • paula_2jbrri on April 25, 2026

    Took a little work but it’s yummy. Cut time by putting the pears in the freezer to cool. Couldn’t find watercress but spring greens worked well.

• Broccoli salad with creamy avocado dressing

  • Liz_Young on February 15, 2024

    This was really good, but more work than I expected. Makes 3 large lunch servings. I used chives (instead of tarragon), omitted the shallot, and did not toast the almonds.

• Brussels sprout, red cabbage, and pomegranate slaw

  • jay.moe on June 17, 2022

    I substituted oranges for pomegranate seeds and orange juice and honey for pomegranate molasses. It maybe needs to sit a bit so it isn't so crunchy.

• Charred cabbage salad with torn tofu and plantain chips

  • Acarroll on November 08, 2023

    I was excited for this recipe but it didn't deliver. Red curry and ginger were overpowering.

• Mexican street corn salad with shrimp

  • jay.moe on August 15, 2022

    Grilling the corn outside gave it a charred, smoky flavor with minimal cleanup. Although I added a little extra sour cream to balance out the lime, it was a tasty dressing. Next time I would add some chili powder and garlic to the sautéed shrimp. Easy and delicious summer meal.

• Citrus salad with watercress, dried cranberries, and pecans

  • jay.moe on June 12, 2022

    Since watercress wasn't available, spinach was a good substitute. Omitted the shallot and grapefruit since a family member doesn't care for those ingredients. Would make a good summer meal with added shrimp or chicken.

• Grilled vegetable and halloumi salad

  • abby_3xw7x4 on March 23, 2026

    I think I just need to accept that I’m not a radicchio girl, but overall great grilled veggies, halloumi and dressing!

• Crispy and creamy kale salad

  • MollyB on August 10, 2021

    Overall this seemed like more work that it was worth, though it was a very good salad. We had it alongside some pan-fried Halloumi and the flavors worked well together. What I liked the most was the slow-roasted seasoned kale chips. That's the one part I'd probably make again, as they'd be a good garnish on other salads or grain bowls.

  • klrclark on May 26, 2022

    Though it is a lot of work. My extended family actually begs me to make this for every get together. The first time I made this three of the twenty five people there ate it all and left none for anyone else. They apologized by saying it was so good I couldn't help myself. I would agree the slow roasted seasoned kale chips are really the best part of it.

• Arugula, roasted red pepper, and white bean salad

  • hbakke on July 06, 2021

    This was a nice, simple salad. I roasted a mix of peppers instead of using jarred roasted red peppers. I would make this again for a vegetarian lunch or light dinner.

• Pasta salad with asparagus and smoked mozzarella

  • Lottabooks on April 23, 2023

    Who knew that pasta boxes are shrinking and are no longer the standard pound?! I doubled the recipe for a get together but used only about 13 oz. whole wheat penne, which was a good amount for this dish. Very nice pasta salad that holds well in the refrigerator. I used smoked mozzarella (recipe calls for smoked mozzarella or smoked gouda), and basil. Also used Cabernet red wine vinegar. Great dish for fresh asparagus.

• Tortellini salad with asparagus and fresh basil vinaigrette

  • tim_omb3ka on March 12, 2026

    Added seasoned panko instead of nuts. Seems more side dish than entree.

• Chilled soba noodle salad with cucumber, snow peas, and radishes

  • abby_3xw7x4 on March 01, 2026

    Delish!

• Bún cha

  • sarahawker on November 04, 2025

    This was really good. I didn't have a cucumber so used some radishes for crunch and they were good but I'd like to try it with the cucumber next time. The pork patties were delicious and the dressing came together quickly and is quite tasty.