Crunchy Asian Slaw

Posted in MEALS, Salads by Katherine

For a mouth-watering side or a topper to a sandwich or veggie burger, this Crunchy Asian Slaw is refreshing. It’s got just the right hint of sesame. We even like to eat it for a snack.

Ingredients:

1/2 cup carrots, shredded

1 1/4 cup red cabbage, shredded

1 1/4 cup green cabbage, shredded

1/4 vegan mayo

1 tsp. sesame oil

1/4 tsp. mustard powder

1/4 tsp.cracked pepper

2 tsp. black sesame seeds

Method of Prep:

In a mixing bowl, combine the vegan mayo, sesame oil, mustard powder, and cracked pepper. Whisk or mix until combined.

Add in the carrots, red cabbage and green cabbage. Toss in the dressing.

Sprinkle liberally with black sesame seeds.

Chill in the fridge for at least one hour before serving. Can be served as a side, or a topping on a veggie burger.

Serves 4.

Serve Cold, Enjoy!

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22Jan2014

Tangy Crudite Salad

Posted in MEALS, Salads by Katherine

Many people have New Years Resolutions, I am one of them, mine is the – standard – weight loss! So experimenting with salads is key for me. Salad ruts seem to hinder weight loss. Here is the latest salad experiment, so far so good! Enjoy!

Ingredients
1 cup of chopped broccoli
1 cup chopped cauliflower
1 cup of chopped carrots
1/2 cup cranberries
1/2 cup of diced dried apricots
1/2 cup of cashews

1/2 cup light mayonnaise
1 tablespoons white vinegar
1/8 cup sugar Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Directions

Cut the broccoli, cauliflower and carrots into bite-size pieces.
Place in a large bowl. Add the cranberries, apricots and cashews.
In a small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients, stirring well.
Add to crudite mixture and toss gently.

31Dec2013

Apple Salad with Dill Pickles

Posted in MEALS, Salads by Katherine

Ingredients:
2 apples – washed, cored and cubed
1/2 cup sunflower seeds
1 head romaine lettuce – rinsed, dried, and chopped
2 dill pickles, diced
2 tomatoes, diced
1/2 cup ranch-style salad dressing

Directions:

1. In a large bowl, mix together the apples, sunflower seeds, lettuce, pickles and tomato. Pour dressing on top, toss and enjoy!

13Dec2013

Christmas Salad

Posted in MEALS, Salads by Katherine

Ingredients:

1/3 cup white sugar
1/3 cup lemon juice
2 teaspoons diced onion
1 teaspoon Dijon-style prepared mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup vegetable oil
1 tablespoon poppy seeds

1 head romaine lettuce, torn into bite-size pieces
4 ounces shredded Swiss cheese
1 cup cashews
1/4 cup chopped dried apricots
1/4 cup dried cranberries
1 red apple -diced
1 pear – diced

Directions:

1. In a shakeable jar, combine sugar, lemon juice, onion, mustard and salt. Shake until well blended. Add oil into mixture. Add poppy seeds and shake
2. In a large serving bowl combine the romaine lettuce, shredded Swiss cheese, cashews, dried cranberries, chopped apricots, cubed apple and cubed pear. Toss to mix then pour dressing over salad just before serving and toss to coat.

18Sep2013

Sweet Cranberry Pecan Quinoa Salad

Posted in MEALS, Salads by Katherine

Prepare 2 cups of quinoa as instructed – let cool

Add:
1 cup of pecans
1 cup of cranberries
1/2 cup of crumbled goat cheese

Dressing:
1/3 cup of maple syrup
1/3 cup of balsamic vinegar
1/3 cup olive oil

Shake dressing pour over salad and blend

17Jul2013

Watermelon, Tomato, and Feta Salad

Posted in MEALS, Salads by Katherine

What a great summer salad! I am making it this weekend.

11Jul2013

Lisa’s Pasta Salad

Posted in MEALS, Salads by Katherine

We were just at a Canada Day BBQ – The most popular salad was Lisa’s Pasta Salad. There was not even one piece of pasta left in the bowl.
So here it is:

2 cups dry Scoobi doo pasta – this is a must!- cook pasta as directed, let cool
3-5 strips of your favourite cooked bacon
2-3 celery stalks chopped up
Generous amount of miracle whip (1/3-1/2 cup)
Sprinkle with paprika

This recipe can easily be doubled and probably will be!
so easy, so good!