Cucumber, Tomato, and Onion Salad
When it is so hot outside, I am always looking for something to fix that is quick, easy, and refreshing. It is even better if it is a no-cook recipe like this one. Any food that does not turn on the stove to heat up the house is on the top of list this time of year.
Egg Drop Soup
Chinese food is very popular at our house. It is so good and it is very economical. You do not have to go out for Chinese food; you can make some fabulous Chinese food at home.
Quick Cucumber Pickles
These pickles make a super fast side dish or condiment to all sorts of dishes, but go particularly well with Asian foods. I like to flavor these with a little fresh ginger and a couple of drops of toasted sesame oil, but they are just as good plain. Toss a handful across some noodles or fried rice or have a pile alongside your next sandwich. No matter what you choose to use these for, they’ll add a refreshingly tangy crunch to your meal.
Baked Kale Chips
his method of cooking kale is my new favorite. Kale chips made by baking the leaves with a little olive oil and salt results in an almost potato-chip like treat that is genuinely good for you. You can season them with whatever spices you like or keep them simple and plain. There is no easier way to eat green leafy vegetables, or at least no way more genuinely enjoyable (and that’s coming from a true salad lover). Make a batch of these today and you’ll probably make three more before the end of the weekend. Even my dog begs for these chips, and I’m pretty sure I could convince my dad to try one too. These more than make up for the minimal effort involved in making them.
Simple Spinach Salad
This spinach salad is perfect for entertaining or as a light meal. The mushrooms marinate in the dressing to create wonderful flavor and texture. Most of the ingredients to this salad are in the dressing, which can be easily made ahead of time and keeps for several days, making this salad a real time saver.
Blueberry Date Salad
This filling salad includes a variety of fruits and vegetables to create a well rounded meal or a tasty appetizer. Including cauliflower in this salad adds some great nutrition and always tricks me into thinking I added more cheese than I actually did so it is a great way to cut down on the fat.
