Caprese Stuffed Avocados

Caprese Stuffed Avocados

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Ingredients

  • 2 avocados pitted
  • 1/2 c. cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1/2 c. chopped fresh mozzarella
  • Italian seasoning
  • balsamic vinegar
  • extra-virgin olive oil
  • kosher salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • Basil for garnish

Instructions

  • Scoop out avocados, leaving a small border.
  • Dice avocado and set aside.
  • In a large bowl, toss diced avocado with tomatoes, mozzarella, Italian seasoning, balsamic, and olive oil.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • Divide salad among 4 avocado halves and garnish with basil.
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Course; Salad

Steak Taco Salad

Steak Taco Salad

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Ingredients

  • 1/4 c. plus 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil divided
  • 3/4 lb. steak such as flank
  • 1 tbsp. Taco Seasoning
  • Juice of 2 small limes
  • 1 tsp. ground cumin
  • 1 tsp. dried oregano
  • Sea salt
  • 1 head romaine chopped
  • 1 c. corn kernels
  • 1 c. black beans rinsed and drained
  • 1 c. cherry tomatoes halved
  • 2 green onions sliced

Instructions

  • In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat 1 tablespoon oil.
  • Rub steak with taco seasoning and sear until desired doneness, flipping once.
  • Transfer to a cutting board and let rest 5, then slice against the grain.
  • Meanwhile, make dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together remaining oil, lime juice, cumin, and oregano, and season with salt.
  • In a salad bowl, add romaine, seared steak, corn, black beans, tomatoes, and green onions.
  • Season with flaky salt, if desired.
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Course; Beef / Salad

Italian Angel Hair Salad

Italian Angel Hair Salad

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Ingredients

  • 1 lb. angel hair
  • 1/2 lb. salami chopped
  • 1/2 c. sliced black olives
  • 1/2 c. roasted red peppers chopped
  • 1/2 c. green pepper chopped
  • 1/2 c. marinated mini mozzarella balls halved
  • 1/4 c. extra-virgin olive oil
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 1 tsp. kosher salt
  • 1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes

Instructions

  • In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook angel hair according to package directions until al dente.
  • Drain, then transfer to a large serving bowl.
  • Add salami, olives, roasted red pepper, green pepper and mozzarella to bowl.
  • In a glass jar, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt and red pepper flakes.
  • Toss with pasta salad and serve.
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Course; Pasta / Salad
Cuisine; European / Italian

Pimento Pasta Salad

Pimento Pasta Salad

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Ingredients

  • 1 lb. elbow macaroni
  • 3 jars pimento peppers drained
  • 2 c. shredded Cheddar
  • 3/4 c. mayonnaise
  • 1 tsp. cayenne pepper
  • kosher salt
  • 1/4 c. Chopped chives

Instructions

  • In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook macaroni according to package directions until al dente.
  • Drain and set aside.
  • In a large bowl, combine macaroni, peppers, cheddar, mayonnaise and cayenne pepper.
  • Mix well.
  • Season with salt to taste.
  • Garnish with chives and serve.
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Course; Pasta / Salad

Caprese Zoodles

Caprese Zoodles

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Ingredients

  • 4 large zucchini
  • 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
  • kosher salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 c. cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 c. mozzarella balls quartered if large
  • 1/4 c. fresh basil leaves
  • 2 tbsp. balsamic vinegar

Instructions

  • Using a spiralizer, create zoodles out of zucchini.
  • Add zoodles to a large bowl, toss with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
  • Let marinate 15.
  • Add tomatoes, mozzarella and basil to zoodles and toss until combined.
  • Drizzle with balsamic and serve.
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Course; Salad

Mexican Corn Salad

Mexican Corn Salad

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Ingredients

  • 6 ears corn kernels stripped
  • 1/2 c. mayonnaise
  • 1/4 c. cotija cheese or feta plus more for garnish
  • Juice of 2 limes
  • 2 tbsp. chopped fresh cilantro plus more for garnish
  • 1 tbsp. chili powder plus more for garnish
  • kosher salt

Instructions

  • In a serving bowl, toss corn with mayo, cotija, lime juice, cilantro and chili powder.
  • Season generously with salt.
  • Top with more cotija, cilantro, and a sprinkle of chili powder.
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Course; Salad
Cuisine; Mexican

Tuscan Tortellini Salad

Tuscan Tortellini Salad

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Ingredients

  • 1 lb. fresh cheese tortellini
  • 1/4 c. extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 tbsp. balsamic vinegar
  • 1/2 tbsp. honey
  • kosher salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 3/4 c. chopped salami or prosciutto
  • 1/2 c. baby spinach
  • 1/2 c. oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes chopped
  • 1/4 c. freshly grated Parmesan

Instructions

  • In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook tortellini according to package directions.
  • Drain and transfer to large serving bowl.
  • Make dressing: Whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar and honey and season with salt and pepper.
  • To bowl, add prosciutto, spinach, sun-dried tomatoes and dressing and toss until well combined.
  • Garnish with Parmesan.
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Course; Pasta / Salad

Bacon-Ranch Potato Salad

Bacon-Ranch Potato Salad

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Ingredients

  • 2 lb. baby red potatoes halved (or quartered if large)
  • 6 slices bacon
  • 16 oz. tub sour cream
  • Juice of 2 lemons
  • 1/2 package ranch seasoning
  • kosher salt
  • 1 c. shredded Cheddar
  • 1/2 c. freshly chopped chives

Instructions

  • In a large pot of boiling water, cook potatoes until fork tender, about 15.
  • Drain and rinse under cold water, then transfer to a large bowl.
  • Meanwhile, in a large skillet over medium heat, cook bacon until crispy.
  • Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain, then crumble.
  • In a small bowl, stir together sour cream, lemon juice and ranch seasoning.
  • Adjust seasoning if necessary.
  • Add sour cream mixture to potatoes and toss until combined.
  • Add cheddar, chives and bacon and toss until combined.
  • Refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving.
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Course; Pork / Salad

Summer panzanella

Summer panzanella

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Ingredients

  • 2 large baguettes cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1/2 c. extra-virgin olive oil divided
  • 3 tbsp. red wine vinegar
  • 1 tsp. honey
  • kosher salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 large seedless cucumber, roughly chopped
  • 2 pt. cherry tomatoes preferably multi-colored, halved
  • 1 red onion chopped
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 bunch basil torn

Instructions

  • Pre-heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Meanwhile, in a large bowl, toss bread with 1/4 cup olive oil.
  • Add bread to skillet and toast until golden and crisp, about 10.
  • Drain and set aside to cool.
  • Make dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together red wine vinegar, remaining 1/4 cup olive oil and honey.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • To large bowl, add crispy bread, cucumber, tomatoes, onion and garlic.
  • Toss with dressing until evenly coated and season with more salt and pepper.
  • Garnish with basil and serve.
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Course; Salad