Showing posts with label Salad. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Salad. Show all posts

Monday, January 20, 2014

Quinoa Salad - Healthy, Amazing, Perfect Every Time!


Cooking Directions: 

bring one package to boil
lower too low heat
and simmer for 15 minutes
after 15 minutes
remove from heat fluff with fork and let rest for 5 minutes
mix in  tomatoes green onions, feta cheese and olive oil
lemon juice and olive and mix well
add salt and pepper to taste






Tuesday, August 14, 2012

Caprese Salad: Bocconcini Cheese, Tomato, and Basil make the perfect salad



Insalata Caprese Salad:

This salad originates from the Italian region of Campania and is usually served as an antipasto rather than at the end of dinner. It combines buffalo mozzarella, fresh tomatoes, and basil. It tastes very fresh, with the mild cheese, sweet basil and tangy tomatoes. A beautiful starter for any party.



Ingredients:

2 fresh ripe tomatoes
1 large bocconcini cheese ball
1 tbs olive oil
1 tsp baslamic vinegar
1 basil plant

Cooking Instructions:

1) Slice up some tomato, bocchini cheese and pluck some fresh basil.

2) Place the tomato, cheese and basil in a layer.

3) Stack them with two pieces of tomato, two pieces of cheese and two layers of basil.

4) Drizzle some olive oil and balsamic vinegar.

5) Enjoy!!!!





Friday, January 27, 2012

Bocchini, Spinach, and Tomato Salad

Bocchini is a beautiful cheese that has a light flavour and soft texture. It is excellent in salads, sandwiches, and just on its own.

Ingredients:

200g of Bocchini Cheese
2 Tablespoons of olive oil
1 Tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1/2 teaspoon of oregano
1/2 teaspoon of basil
1/2 teaspoon of parsley
some fresh ground pepper
200g of cherry tomatoes
2 cups of spinach

Instructions: 

1. Before you add the Bocchini cheese, make sure you drain it. (The best place to purchase Bocchini cheese is at your local deli. It is cheaper and always fresh.)

2. Create the vinaigrette by adding the basil, oregano, parsley, olive oil, and vinegar and mixing well.

3. Place some baby spinach on a plate. Make sure it is washed and dry. 

3. Add the tomatoes

4. Add some olives and bocchini cheese.

 5. Drizzle your vinegarette on top and add fresh ground pepper. Enjoy!





Saturday, January 21, 2012

Spinach Salad: Ready to Eat in Under 3 Minuites

This spinach salad is beautiful, easy to make, and delicious! (It's also good for you too)

Ingredients:

1 box cherry tomatoes
1 box of ready to eat baby spinach
1 small cube of feta cheese
1 tablespoon of balsamic vinegar
3 tablespoons of olive oil
1/2 teaspoon dry parsley
1/2 teaspoon dry basil
1/2 teaspoon dry oregano
1/2 cup of mixed olives

Cooking Instructions:


 1. Wash the tomatoes and make sure both the tomatoes and spinach are dry. 


 2. Combine the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, parsley, basil, and oregano together in a small dish.


3. Plate the spinach, tomatoes, feta, and olives. 


4. Drizzle the dressing over your salad. Done in under 3 min!