Bruschetta Orzo Salad
Bruschetta Orzo Salad Print Type: Salad Author: Jan Tilley Ingredients 1 cup dry orzo pasta 2 tomatoes, chopped 1 small zucchini, chopped 1/3 cup finely chopped red onion 1/3 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped 2 ½ tablespoons balsamic vinegar 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped 1 ½ tablespoons olive oil Instructions Cook orzo according to package directions; drain and set aside. In large bowl, combine all ingredients. Cover and chill at least 1 hour before serving. Notes Makes...
Read MoreApple Salad with Pecan & Feta Crumbles
Apple Salad with Pecan & Feta Crumbles Print Type: Salad Author: Jan Tilley Ingredients 2 heads red leaf lettuce, torn 1 apple, chopped 1/2 pound reduced fat feta cheese, crumbled SPICED PECANS: 3/4 cup pecan pieces 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper 3 tablespoons melted butter Dash hot pepper sauce DRESSING: 2 tablespoons wine vinegar 1 tablespoon + 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1/3 cup olive oil Fresh cracked black pepper, optional Instructions In large bowl, combine leaf lettuce and...
Read MoreFruited Turkey Salad
Fruited Turkey Salad Print Ingredients 2 1/2 cups left over turkey, cooked and cubed 1 1/2 cups red seedless grapes 1 cup celery 1/3 cup green onions (optional) 3/4 cup low-fat miracle whip 1/4 cup low-fat milk 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/3 cup pecan pieces Instructions Combine miracle whip, milk and salt; set aside. In a separate bowl, combine remaining ingredients. Pour dressing over chicken mixture, and toss gently. Serve in lettuce leaves with assorted crackers. Notes Makes 6...
Read MoreCitrus Salad with Black Beans and Feta Crumbles
Citrus Salad with Black Beans and Feta Crumbles Print Type: Salad Ingredients 12 cups romaine lettuce, chopped 1 1/2 cup radishes, sliced 2 cups canned black beans, rinsed & drained 2 oranges, segmented 2 green onions, sliced 1/2 cup crumbled reduced-fat feta cheese 1/2 cup Orange-Oregano Dressing Orange-Oregano Dressing 1/2 teaspoon orange zest, freshly grated 1/2 cup orange juice, preferably freshly squeezed 1/4 cup cider vinegar 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 1 1/2...
Read MoreBeef Chalupa Rice Salad
Beef Chalupa Rice Salad Print Type: Salad Author: Jan Tilley Ingredients 1 pound lean ground beef 3 cups water 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1 1/2 cups long-grain rice 1 teaspoon grated lime rind 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice Toppings: salsa, shredded Cheddar cheese, tortilla chips, sour cream, chopped tomatoes, chopped green onions, avocado slices Instructions Cook beef in a 3-quart saucepan over medium-high heat, stirring until it crumbles and is no longer...
Read MoreItalian House Salad
Italian House Salad Print Type: Salad Author: Jan Tilley Ingredients Dressing: 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese 1/2 cup canola oil 1/4 cup red wine vinegar 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning 1 teaspoon dried parsley 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1/8 teaspoon salt Salad: 1 large head Red Leaf lettuce, torn 1 (14 oz) can artichoke heart quarters, drained 1 (6 oz) can pitted ripe olives, drained 4 plum tomatoes, coarsely chopped 1 small red onion, thinly sliced 1/4 pound...
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