Category Archives: Salads

Moroccan Orange & Date Salad

By Rita's Kitchen | Published: January 26, 2012

Moroccan Orange & Date Salad Serves 6 to 8 1/2       cup Nakano seasoned rice vinegar * 2          Tbsp. olive oil 2          Tbsp. finely chopped red onion 1          Tbsp. chopped mint 1/8       tsp. ground cumin             Butter lettuce 4          large navel oranges, peeled and sliced 1/3       cup chopped dates 1/3       cup coarsely-chopped pistachios For the dressing, combine rice [...]

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Beets, Basil and Feta Salad

By Rosie's Kitchen | Published: November 4, 2011

BEET BASIL AND FETA CHEESE SALAD           Peel beets if desired. Halve or quarter and place in a steamer basket.           Add water up to the bottom of the basket. Cover and simmer until beets are tender-crisp, 20-30 minutes depending on the size of the beets. Test with a toothpick or tip of a knife until it inserts with [...]

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Waldorf Salad revisited

By Rita's Kitchen | Published: September 20, 2011
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Light n’ Lively Waldorf Salad Makes 4 servings 2        tablespoons seasoned rice vinegar            Grated zest of 1 orange            Dash ground nutmeg 2         red-skinned sweet apples, about 1 lb. (gala, fuji, red delicious) 1         large stalk celery, sliced 1/3    cup chopped toasted walnuts            Lettuce leaves In a medium bowl stir together seasoned [...]

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Peaches ‘n Cheese Salad

By Rosie's Kitchen | Published: July 19, 2011

Feta, Peach and Spinach Salad Makes 4 servings 1 package (6 oz.) baby spinach 1 large ripe peach, pitted, sliced 1/2 cup dried cherries or cranberries 3-4 tablespoons Maple Balsamic dressing 3 ounces crumbed feta or soft goat cheese 1/2 cup Spiced Candied Nuts   PLACE spinach, peach slices and dried cherries in a large bowl.  [...]

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Asian Persuasion Summer Salads

By Rosie's Kitchen | Published: May 30, 2011

Thai Rice Salad with Three Herbs    Makes 8 servings. 1/2  cup seasoned rice        vinegar 2     tablespoons peanut oil 1     tablespoon soy sauce 1     tablespoon packed        brown sugar 1/2 teaspoon hot chili oil,        optional 4     cups cooked short        grain brown rice* 1/2 cup shredded carrots 1     medium cucumber,        seeded and sliced 2    green onions, sliced 1/3 cup each [...]

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Chicken Lettuce Bundles with Sesame-Herb Dressing

By Rita's Kitchen | Published: May 17, 2011

Chicken Lettuce Bundles with Sesame-Herb Dressing Makes 6 servings   Sesame Herb Dressing 2/3 cup mayonnaise 1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon Nakano Seasoned Rice Vinegar, divided   Original or Roasted Garlic 1/3 cup chopped fresh mint 1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro or basil 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil* 2 green onions, finely chopped 1 tablespoon [...]

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Homemade Pizza – Supper in a Snap

By Rita's Kitchen | Published: February 22, 2011

Pizza Insalata Makes 6 individual pizzas       Prep time about 15 minutes   Tangy Salad Topping 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil 1/4 cup HOLLAND HOUSE Red Wine Vinegar (5% acidity) 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1 teaspoon sugar 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 small clove garlic, crushed 12 cups mixed leafy greens (approx 14-16 oz) 20 cherry [...]

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Wild Rice Cranberry-Apple Salad

By Rita's Kitchen | Published: December 8, 2010

Wild Rice Cranberry-Apple Salad Makes 6-8 servings      Prep time 1 hr 5 minutes (rice included) 1 cup (6 oz) wild rice 2 cups water 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 cup Holland House white wine vinegar 1/4 cup safflower or canola oil 1 tablespoon packed brown sugar 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 large green [...]

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Sesame Chicken Caesar Salad

By Rosie's Kitchen | Published: June 1, 2010

Sesame Chicken Caesar Salad Prep time: 25 minutes    Makes 2 entrée or 4 side servings 10 ounces boneless, skinless chicken (about 2 breasts) 1/2 cup panko crumbs 2 tablespoons raw sesame seeds 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon olive or canola oil   Sesame Caesar Dressing 1/4 cup prepared Caesar salad dressing 3/4 teaspoon dark or [...]

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Szechaun Macaroni Salad with Ginger Dressing

By Rita's Kitchen | Published: May 26, 2010

Szechaun Macaroni Salad with Creamy Ginger Dressing Prep Time: 30 minutes      Makes 6-8 servings 8 ounces dry elbow macaroni 20 snow peas 1 medium cucumber, seeded and sliced 2 green onions, sliced 1/2 cup matchstick carrots 1/2 cup salted roasted peanuts   Creamy Ginger Dressing 1/3 cup mayonnaise 1/4 cup Nakano seasoned rice vinegar, [...]

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