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Recipe: Pink Fruit Salad
SUMMER RECIPE SERIES

Perfect end to summer's meal on a hot night. Sweet and refreshing a sure delight at any dinner party.

Ingredients:

watermelon, cubed
strawberries, hulled and quartered
raspberries
2 tablespoons mint chiffonade
1 tablespoon sugar

Preparation:

1) Add ingredients in a bowl and toss lightly until thoroughly coated.

( Image: Lily Stockman )

Related: Summer Squash Salad

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08.02.13 1:00PM BRIGID

Categories: easy, lunch, quick, salad, summer, snacks, uncooked

Recipe: Summer Squash Salad
SUMMER RECIPE SERIES

This refreshing side will add color and flavor to your favorite summer meals. The flavor from the dressing on this salad only gets better with time.

Ingredients:

2 cups julienned zucchini
2 cups julienned yellow summer squash
1 cup sliced radish
1/2 cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons & 2 teaspoons cider vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon parsley flakes
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dill weed
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 thin slices prosciutto (1 ounce), chopped
1/4 cup feta cheese

Preparation:

1) Heat a small nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add prosciutto; saute for 2 minutes or until crisp. Set aside.

2) In a large bowl, toss the zucchini, squash, and radishes.

3) In a small bowl or jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine remaining ingredients (except prosciutto and feta cheese); shake well. Pour over vegetables. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Before serving, sprinkle cooked prosciutto and feta cheese over to your liking.

( Image: Anna Williams )

Related: Fresh Tomato Salad

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08.02.13 12:00PM BRIGID

Categories: easy, lunch, quick, salad, summer, snacks, uncooked

Recipe: Fresh Tomato Salad
SUMMER RECIPE SERIES

One taste of these fresh, juicy tomatoes with tangy cheese and fresh herbs, and you will never want summer to end.

Ingredients:

1 1/2 pounds assorted tomatoes
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 Tablespoons fresh basil
1/2 tablespoons red-wine vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Parmesan cheese

Preparation:

1) Slice tomatoes in thick meaty slices, about 3/4 inch thick.

2) Arrange the tomatoes on a large serving plate. In a small bowl whisk together the oil, basil, vinegar, mustard, and salt & pepper. Pour olive oil mixture over the tomato slices.

3) According to your preference, grate parmesan cheese over the slices and serve.

( Image: Jennifer Davick )

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08.02.13 11:00AM BRIGID

Categories: easy, lunch, quick, salad, summer, snacks, uncooked

Recipe: Roasted Potato Salad
FOURTH OF JULY SPECIAL

A fresh twist on an old picnic or cook out staple. You can pack this salad in a cooler to serve cold at a picnic or transfer it to a slow cooker to serve warm for a potluck.

Ingredients:

1/2 lb green beans, steamed
1 whole garlic
2 pounds red potatoes, quartered
2 medium sweet red peppers, cut into chunks
2 green onions, sliced
1/4 cup chicken broth
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1/2 teaspoon salt

Preparation:

1) Remove papery outer skin from garlic (do not peel or seperate cloves). Cut top of garlic bulb. Place cut side up in a greased baking pan.

2) Add potatoes, red peppers, onions, and beans; pour chicken broth over top. Bake, uncovered, at 400 degrees for 30 to 40 minutes or until garlic is softened. Remove garlic; set aside. Bake vegetable for another 30 to 35 minutes or until tender. Let cool for 10 to 15 minutes.

3) Squeeze softened garlic into a bowl. Stir in the vinegar, oil, rosemary, and salt. Add vegetables; toss to coat. Serve as warm or cold.

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Related: Summer Salad with a Citrus Vinaigrette

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06.28.13 11:00AM BRIGID

Categories: Fourth of July, lunch, make ahead, roasting, salad, side dish, supper, summer

Recipe: Summer Salad with a Citrus Vinaigrette
SUMMER RECIPE SERIES

Start off summer with a refreshing salad with a light, homemade citrus vinaigrette. Bring a little summer in with you to work or share it with friends at a backyard cook out.

Ingredients:

Salad
2 small heads romaine lettuce, cut into bite size portions
1/2 to 1 lb bacon, cooked and crumbled
1 1/2 to 2 cups chopped tomatoes
3/4 cup sunflower seeds
1 cup Swiss cheese, grated
1/3 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
croutons

Citrus Vinaigrette
1/4 cup orange juice
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 teaspoons honey
1 1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon olive oil

Preparation:

1) In small bowl, whisk together all the Citrus Vinaigrette ingredients. Set aside or store in refrigerator.

When whisking vinegar and oil dressings combine all ingredients except oil in a small bowl. Slowly add the oil while mixing vigorously with a whisk.

2) Combine all salad ingredients except croutons in a large bowl.

3) When ready to serve, pour dressing over salad and toss. Sprinkle croutons over top.

( Image: KalynKitchen )

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06.21.13 12:00PM BRIGID

Categories: easy, lunch, main dish, quick, salad, side dish, supper, summer

Recipe: Fruit Salad
MOTHER'S DAY SPECIAL

Ingredients:

1 whole fresh pineapple
1 can mandarin oranges, drained
1-1/2 cup sliced fresh strawberries
1-1/2 cup marachino cherries, halved
1-1/4 cups vanilla yogurt
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Preparation:

1) In a bowl, combine the pineapple chunks, oranges, strawberries, and cherries. Combine the yogurt and vanilla extract; spoon over fruit and stir gently. Serve.

Related: Homemade Breakfast Patties

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05.10.13 12:30PM BRIGID

Categories: side dish, easy, breakfast, quick, uncooked, salad,