Showing posts with label salad. Show all posts
Showing posts with label salad. Show all posts

Saturday, January 18, 2014

Sweet Pickled Onion and Watermelon Radish Salad

from http://winterridgefoods.com/whats-a-watermelon-radish/
Makes 4 cups

1 large Watermelon radish, sliced into thin rounds
1 small white onion, sliced into thin rounds
1/3 cup orange juice
2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1/2 tsp sea salt
1/2 tsp pepper
2 Tbsp apple cider vinegar
splash of rice wine vinegar (optional – adds an extra layer of tart-sweetness)
Directions:
1. Place radish and onion slices in a large mixing bowl.
2. Add the remaining ingredients and toss well.
3. Refrigerate overnight to chill and meld flavors before serving.

Sunday, June 9, 2013

Mom's Shrimp and Avocado Salad + Dressing

DRESSING:

Stir together 1/4 cup Olive Oil or salad oil, 1/4 cup white wine vinegar, 2 tbs lemon juice,1/2 tsp garlic salt,1/8 tsp seasoned pepper, and 1/2 cup minced green onion.

SALAD:

2 lbs medium sized shrimp
1 large avocado
1 large head of iceberg lettuce, shredded

Saturday, August 6, 2011

Shrimp Salad with Arugula and Mint


Douse shelled shrimp with olive oil, some salt and pepper, a small pinch of cayenne, paprika, chopped garlic, and stir.

Heat pan for a few minutes till very hot.

Fry shrimp in one layer. Brown the shrimp (will be quick—30 seconds!). Total cooking time is 2 minutes.

Mix arugula (6 cups) with a bunch of mint, roughly torn. Could also mix with cilantro, basil ... Add shrimp and pan juices. Then add the juice of 1-2 lemon. Add olive oil if necessary.

Monday, April 19, 2010

Fava Bean and Radish Salad / Side Dish

from Epicurious!

In 2-quart pot of boiling water, blanch fresh fava beans 1 minute. Drain, then immediately transfer to medium bowl of ice water to stop cooking. Drain. Slip outer skin off each bean and discard skin; place beans in medium bowl. Add radishes, arugula, mint, parsley, celery leaves, and cheese (pecorino), and toss to combine. Stir in lemon juice and remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil.

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