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ORZO SALAD WITH LEMON, ASPARAGUS AND CRUNCHY BREADCRUMBS

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Elevate your salad game with my version of Ali Slagle's quick, wholesome orzo salad, blending bright lemon, roasted veggies, and crunchy homemade breadcrumbs.

FARRO, YELLOW SQUASH AND POMEGRANATE SALAD

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This farro, yellow squash and pomegranate salad makes for a great fall side dish or even a main course. The farro is cooked in apple cider vinegar, giving it a sweet depth of flavor. Roasted squash, pomegranates, golden raisins, pistachios and feta cheese create a balanced sweet-savory goodness.

FARRO SALAD WITH ZUCCHINI AND RADISH

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This riff on Charlie Bird's Farro salad is suitable for a vegetarian meal or makes a nice accompaniment to a protein. It is wonderful for lunch the next day.

HOLIDAY SALAD WITH PASSION FRUIT DRESSING

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This vibrant and fresh holiday salad is just what you need to cure your winter doldrums. Made with butter lettuce, Fuyu persimmons, pomegranates, blueberries and my favorite Passion Fruit Salad Dressing.

HALLOUMI AND WATERMELON SALAD

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This delicious pairing of cooked Halloumi cheese and crisp watermelon makes for a satisfying and delightful summer salad.

MY FAVORITE KALE SALAD

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This Kale Salad by Sarah Jampel is my current addiction. There are multiple steps, but the resulting salad is worth the effort. It is a sturdy salad that will last a few days in the fridge, so make a big batch. You will thank me!

CAESAR DRESSING

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This is the last Caesar dressing recipe you will ever need. It is umami rich and delicious. Makes enough for multiple salads. Also delicious drizzled on roasted vegetables or avocado toast.

MISO SALAD DRESSING

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Miso salad dressing is an umami-rich and delicious dressing to use on salads or drizzle on roasted vegetables. This recipe makes enough for multiple salads and will save in the fridge for a week or more.

TOMATO, PESTO, BURRATA SALAD WITH CHILI CRISP

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This Italian-Asian fusion salad is unexpected and delicious. Who knew that chili crisp could take already fantastic burrata to new heights. Moreover, this dish is quick and easy to make.

CHOPPED BEET SALAD WITH ORANGE, PEAR, FENNEL & GOAT CHEESE