Nectarine Arugula Salad
Found on Taste of Home, here’s a summer salad that brightens any supper. The homemade dressing with a hint of berries is perfect with arugula, nectarines and blue cheese. Serves 8. (more…)
Tagged: lettuce
Grilled Veggies
In this sweltering heat, if the thought of standing over your stove sautéing, steaming or baking any of your veggies makes you want to head to the nearest fast food or take-out counter, consider grilling at least some of your vegetables. In the time it takes to grill some hot dogs or a steak, you can have wonderful, tasty treats. (more…)
Fennel, Grape, and Gorgonzola Salad
Here is a great salad idea, from Mariquita Farms and epicurious.com using fennel, radicchio, and romaine lettuce. If you don’t have romaine, use any green or red leaf lettuce. If you can’t find black grapes, use red grapes. Serves 4. (more…)
BALT (Basil, Avocado, Lettuce, Tomato) Sandwich
From epicurious.com, here’s a take on a sandwich from a great little eatery in San Francisco called The Sentinel. It’s a BALT (basil, avocado, lettuce, and tomato) sandwich, with goat cheese slathered on it for some extra flavor. A delicious, healthy lunch! (more…)
Pasta with Peas, Prosciutto, and Lettuce
This recipe appeared in the New York Times by one of our favorite chefs, Mark Bittman. The recipe comes together in less than 30 minutes; be mindful not to overcook the lettuce so that it retains its sweetness. Try using Swiss chard (leaves only) and a leek in lieu of the shallot and lettuce. Vegetarians can omit the prosciutto. The recipe serves 4. (more…)
Stir-Fried Garlic Lettuce
Here’s an easy recipe that’s great if you have a head of lettuce that you have to use right away. Even if you don’t, it’s still a delicious side dish to any Asian meal. Simple to make, with common ingredients, it’s a keeper for sure. Try different lettuce varieties. Serves 4-6 as a side dish. (more…)
Peanut Stuffed Lettuce Wraps
A simple and delicious recipe from www.food.com and a different use for all the lettuce we’ve been getting! The original recipe calls for 2 cups of cabbage mix, but shredding your own cabbage and carrots will work just fine. (more…)
Peach, Orange, and Lettuce Smoothie
Next time you have extra greens that you aren’t sure what to do with, try blending them into fruit smoothies like this recipe found at www.thewistfulchef.com. Smoothies are a refreshing treat for the summer that kids will enjoy. And, feel free to substitute any summer green or fruit. Serves 4 cups. (more…)
Chinese Meatballs in Lettuce Leaves
Ingredients:
1 lb ground chicken or turkey
½ yellow onion, minced
½ poblano or cubanelle pepper, minced
1 teaspoon Chinese 5-spice powder (more…)