Ingredients 6 cups cabbage, thinly sliced ¾ cup carrots, coarsely shredded ¾ cup raw beets, coarsely shredded ¼ cup red onions, finely chopped 1 large apple, shredded 6 tbsp mayonnaise ¼ cup plain organic yogurt 3 tbsp apple cider vinegar 1 ½ tbsp honey salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste Directions In a large [...]

For the Salad 1 ½ pounds small baby potatoes; washed well and halved or quartered ½ pound new carrots, washed well and halved or quartered ½ pound parsnips, washed well and halved 6 shallots, medium, peeled ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil ¼ tsp sea salt 2 bunches green onions, halved lengthwise For the Dressing [...]

Nothing says immune health like carrots! Beta carotene is excellent for boosting the immune system and preventing cancers. This salad is super easy if you have a food processor – I have inherited my mom’s 25 year old Cuisinart and it runs like a charm! Salad Ingredients 12 medium carrots, peeled and grated 1 cup [...]

Late summer/early fall is a great time for beets and onions, which are some of the earlier root vegetables. This is a great example that salads can consist of something other than head lettuce and tomatoes!

Here’s a potluck show-stopper that can be prepared ahead of time. No one will know how healthy it is until you tell them!

For the Salad 1 fresh beet, shredded 6 cups baby spinach or mixed greens ½ avocado, ripe and cubed ½ cup dried cranberries ¼ cup fresh basil, chopped For the Candied Walnuts ½ cup walnuts 1 tbsp olive oil 1 tbsp honey (can substitute almonds and maple syrup) For the Dressing 1/5 cup balsamic vinegar [...]

Salad 12oz medium shell whole grain or brown rice pasta 1 ½ cups sweet red or green peppers, diced ¾ cup dried unsulfured apricots, diced ¾ cup dried dates or prunes, diced ½ cup green onions, chopped Dressing 3 tbsp balsamic vinegar 3 tbsp frozen 100% orange juice concentrate, thawed 3 tbsp olive oil 2 [...]

Ingredients ¾ cup quinoa ½ cup raw almonds or cashews 2 tbsp fresh basil 2 stalks celery 1 cup grapes, halved ½ cup goat’s feta, if dairy is tolerated 2 tbsp olive oil juice of 2 limes Directions Rinse quinoa under running water for a few minutes. Cook quinoa (like rice) in 1 cup of [...]

Switch up your traditional iceberg lettuce-with-tomato-and-cucumber salad with something a bit more exotic! This salad includes many types of fresh produce that is locally available. Salad Ingredients 1/3 cup walnuts 1 tbsp sesame seeds 6 cups mixed greens or baby spinach 1 tart green apple, diced 2 green onions, thinly sliced ¼ cup raisins Dressing [...]