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- Farro and Kale Salad with Lemon Poppy Seed Dressing
  
  Posted at 12:12 pm by Good Dinner Mrs Mellen
  
  Sep 7th
  4 cups of water
  
  2 cups farro, rinse under cold water*
  
  1 (14 oz.) package shredded vegetables, such as kale, Brussel sprouts, broccoli, and cabbage
  
  1 bunch scallions, sliced thin
  
  1/4 cup dried cranberries
  
  2 tablespoons roasted pumpkin seeds
  
  Add water to a saucepan and bring to boil. Add faro. Cover with a lid, and let simmer on low-medium heat for 20-25 minutes or until all of the water is absorbed. Transfer to large bowel. Add kale, scallions, cranberries, pumpkin seeds, toss. Pour dressing over the salad and toss again. Serve at room temperature.
  
  Lemon Poppy Seed Dressing
  
  2 teaspoons stevia
  
  1/2 cup lemon juice
  
  2 teaspoons diced onion
  
  1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  
  1/2 teaspoon salt
  
  2/3 cup canola oil
  
  1 tablespoon poppy seeds
  
  Blend stevia, lemon juice, onion, Dijon mustard, and salt in a blender until smooth. Stream canola oil in a thin stream into the mixture while the blender is running. Add poppy seeds and pulse blender a few times, just to mix seeds into the dressing.
  
  Enjoy!
  
  *I used Nature’s Earthy Choice Farro
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- Macaroni and Cheese Salad
  
  Posted at 5:30 pm by Good Dinner Mrs Mellen
  
  Aug 27th
  Warning, this is not a low-calorie salad. With that being said every once in a while you have to eat something sinfully rich, high in calories and just plain yummy! Embrace the moment without guilt or fear. I just plain savory the dish and move on. Oh, don’t forget it is about portion control too, I just eat a little. I serve my Mac and Cheese Salad in the summer with other salads that are more healthy, lower in fat and calories giving my guest the option. I must again warn that this salad is addictive. When I mentioned to my daughter another yogi and runner that I was going to blog this salad she said oh I remember that salad very well!
  
  1 box of elbow macaroni
  
  2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  
  5 ounces crumbled goat cheese
  
  1 cup mayonnaise
  
  1 tablespoon dry mustard
  
  1 bunch scallions, chopped, just the white part(optional)*
  
  1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  
  1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  
  Cook macaroni according to package instructions. Drain macaroni and place immediately in a large bowl. Toss with goat cheese until melted. Add cheddar cheese one, continue to stir until cheeses are melted and mixed. Add remaining ingredients and stir until evenly mixed.
  
  Chill until ready to serve. This is great to make a day head with the flavors intensifying as the salad chills.
  
  * If you want a little more crunch at 1 cup finely chopped celery.
  
  Enjoy!
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  Posted in mac & cheese, Salad | Tagged barbecue, cheddar cheese, family dinners, goat cheese, lLabor Day, Mac and Cheese Salad, picnic
- Nicoise Salad
  
  Posted at 4:58 pm by Good Dinner Mrs Mellen
  
  Aug 6th
  Nicoise Salad
  
  I love salads for a leisurely, cool summer lunch, or dinner. Nicoise Salad is a favorite in our family. I used tricolor potatoes to add beautiful color, red, purple, and white. Add a lemon mustard dressing with a touch of honey for sweetness for irresistible fresh flavor.
  
  ¾ cup extra-virgin olive oil
  
  ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
  
  2 Tbsp. Dijon mustard
  
  1 tsp. honey
  
  1 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
  
  1 tsp. kosher salt, plus more
  
  6 large eggs
  
  1 lb. green beans, trimmed
  
  12 oz Tricolor Baby Melody potatoes
  
  4 cups seedless cucumbers
  
  3 cups oil-packed tuna*
  
  Olives, capers, pepperoncini, pickles, or other pickled-briny ingredients (for serving)
  
  Flaky sea salt
  
  *I like Italian tuna.
  
  Whisk oil, lemon juice, mustard, honey, pepper, and 1 tsp. kosher salt in a medium bowl; set dressing aside.
  
  Place eggs in a medium pot cover with salted water and bring to a boil. Lower to simmer and cook for 7 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer eggs to a bowl of ice water; chill until cold, about 5 minutes. Peel; set aside.
  
  Meanwhile, add green beans and potatoes to the same pot of boiling water and cook until just tender, 2–4 minutes for green beans, 8-10 minutes for potatoes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer to a bowl of ice water; let sit until cold, about 3 minutes. Transfer to paper towels; pat dry.
  
  To serve, slice eggs in half and arrange on a platter with cooked and raw vegetables and tuna. Top with pickled-briny ingredient(s), sprinkle with sea salt and drizzle some reserved dressing over. Serve with remaining dressing alongside.
  
  Do Ahead: Dressing can be made 5 days ahead; cover and chill. Eggs can be boiled, and vegetables blanched 2 days ahead; cover and chill separately.
  
  Enjoy!
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  Posted in eggs, Food, Salad, Vegetables, Vegetarian | Tagged Easy recipe, Nicoise Salad, summer dinner
- Sweet and Sour Oriental Coleslaw
  
  Posted at 10:00 am by Good Dinner Mrs Mellen
  
  Jul 21st
  An easy and delicious summer salad that is just a little different take on a classic Coleslaw. I just keep adding and adding more tasty ingredients to make this dish even better.
  
  Sweet and Sour Oriental Coleslaw
  
  1 package(14 oz) Dole Classic Coleslaw
  
  8 oz bean sprouts
  
  1 bunch scallions, sliced thin
  
  1 cup slivered almonds, toasted
  
  2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted
  
  1 can pineapple chunks in pineapple juice, drained reserve juice
  
  1/2 cup olive oil
  
  1/4 cup rice vinegar
  
  1 package of Ramen Noodles Oriental Flavor
  
  Combine Coleslaw, sprouts, scallions, almonds, sesame seeds, and pineapple in a large bowl.
  
  Mix oil, vinegar, reserved pineapple juice and Ramen Noodle flavoring package in a small bowl.
  
  Pour over Coleslaw, tossing until coated. Crush ramen noodles until in small pieces; add to salad and toss again.
  
  Enjoy!
  
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- Mediterranean Orzo Salad with Chickpeas, Goat Cheese and Olives
  
  Posted at 6:47 am by Good Dinner Mrs Mellen
  
  Jul 1st
  Warm weather and refreshingly different salads two of my favorite things. I find salads not only fun to make trying different combinations of ingredients but easy to make. Almost any salad you can think of is do ahead and easy to transport to family and friends’ homes or on a picnic. Being of Italian heritage I love the flavors of the Mediterranean areas with wonderfully flavorful seasonings. What I like most about this salad is the interesting combination of orzo, a rice-shaped pasta, with chickpeas, goat cheese, and olives. Just add some lemon, garlic, oil and fresh oregano to bring out the other ingredients. I almost forgot I have been adding Sesame Tahini to many of my salads for a more intense taste. I think you’ll really enjoy this salad!
  
  Mediterranean Orzo Salad with Chickpeas, Goat Cheese and Olives
  
  1 1/2 cups orzo, cooked according to package instructions
  
  1/4 cup olive oil
  
  juice of one lemon
  
  1 clove of garlic, minced
  
  1 teaspoon Sesame Tahini
  
  15-oz can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  
  2 tablespoon chopped oregano
  
  1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
  
  5 ounces goat cheese, crumbled
  
  1/2 cup kalamata olives chopped
  
  In a large bowl, whisk together oil, lemon juice, and sesame tahini. Add the chickpeas, orzo, oregano, and pepper. Gently stir in goat cheese then olives. Serve over a bed of lettuce. Chill until ready to serve.
  
  Enjoy!
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  Posted in Easy recipes, Food, Salad, Vegetarian | Tagged barbacue, Chickpeas, Easy recipe, goat cheese, July 4th, Orzo salad
- Watermelon, Tomato and Feta Salad
  
  Posted at 4:27 pm by Good Dinner Mrs Mellen
  
  Jun 15th
  Watermelon is synonymous with hot summer days, infused with sun-kissed flavor. I remember growing up waiting – not patiently- for my mother to cut the biggest watermelon for us to enjoy when we returned home from a day spent at the pool baking in the sun. (we didn’t know about sun protection then) Instantly cooling and so refreshing!
  
  I still slice up watermelon to serve for family and friends on hot summer days. Perfect after a barbecue or here in New England, we’re fond of clam bakes. For parties or picnic, I love to splurge making a watermelon salad adding tomatoes, red onion and feta cheese with a sweet and salty dressing. Fresh mint and a pinch of Himalayan pink salt just the perfect finishing touch.
  
  1 small watermelon (about 3 – 5 lb.)
  
  1/2 c. fresh mint, finely chopped
  
  1/4 c. red onion, thinly sliced
  
  12 oz. cherry, halved
  
  2 tbsp. olive oil
  
  2 tbsp. fresh lime juice
  
  1 tsp. pure honey
  
  Kosher salt and black pepper
  
  1/4 cup Crumbled feta
  
  pinch of Pink Himalayan salt
  
  Remove the rind from watermelon and cut the flesh into 1/2 inch-thick cubes; arrange on a platter. Top with fresh mint, red onion, cherry tomatoes. Combine olive oil, fresh lime juice, pure honey, and kosher salt and black pepper in a bowl. Spoon over watermelon; top with crumbled feta. Sprinkle with a pinch of Pink Himalayan salt.
  
  If you are taking on a picnic or to a party assemble salad at your location.
  
  Enjoy!
  
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  Posted in entertaining, Good Dinner Mrs Mellen, Salad, summertime recipes, Vegetarian | Tagged Easy recipe, Feta Cheese, summer salad, watermelon salad
- Broccoli Slaw and Udon Noodles With Lemon Honey Dressing
  
  Posted at 4:24 pm by Good Dinner Mrs Mellen
  
  Jun 2nd
  Broccoli Slaw and Udon Noodles with Lemon Honey Dressing
  
  ½ cup slivered almonds toasted, plus two tablespoons
  
  12 ounces shredded broccoli slaw
  
  1 package Organic Udon Noodles, I used Koyo
  
  Lemon Honey Dressing
  
  ½ cup olive oil
  
  3 tablespoons lemon juice
  
  1 tablespoon honey
  
  2 teaspoons dried mustard
  
  2 medium cloves garlic, pressed
  
  ½ teaspoon of sea salt
  
  Freshly ground pepper, to taste
  
  Red pepper flakes, optional
  
  Pink Himalayan sea salt
  
  Small head of Romain lettuce, separated and washed
  
  Cook Udon noodles according to package instructions. Set it aside to cool.
  
  Combine all of the dressing ingredients up to red pepper flakes in a liquid measuring cup and whisk until emulsified.
  
  In a large bowel combine the shredded broccoli slaw, toasted alimony, and noodles. Pour the dressing over the mixture and toss until well mixed. Let the slaw rest for about 20 minutes to let the flavors meld. Line a large place with lettuce. Place slaw and Udon noodles on top. Sprinkle two tablespoon toasted almonds and sprinkle with pink Himalayan salt. Serve at room temperature or chill overnight.
  
  Enjoy!
  
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- Brussels Sprouts Apple Salad with Pistachios and Shaved Parmesan Cheese
  
  Posted at 6:19 pm by Good Dinner Mrs Mellen
  
  Nov 8th
  Brussels Sprouts that neglected and shy little bulbs have become trendy – the darling of the vegetable world. Healthy, tasty, versatile, a chameleon, changing depending on the pairing – never boring or the same. Steamed, baked, roasted, raw in a salad your choices of preparation are endless. For a deliciously healthy autumn salad, I love fresh raw Brussels Sprouts combined with apples, pistachios and shaved parmesan cheese- dressed with a light lemon vinaigrette.
  
  Brussels Sprouts Apple Salad with Pistachios and Shaved Parmesan Cheese
  
  4 cups thinly sliced Brussels Sprouts
  
  2 Granny Smith Apples, chopped
  
  1/2 cup chopped unsalted pistachios
  
  1/4 cup shaved Parmesan Cheese
  
  Lemon Vinaigrette
  
  3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  
  1/4 cup white balsamic vinegar
  
  2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  
  1 teaspoon dried oregano
  
  1 clove garlic, minced
  
  1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  
  1/4 teaspoon fresh grounded black pepper
  
  1/2 cup olive oil
  
  Combine Brussels Sprouts, apples, pistachios and cheese in a bowl. Toss with lemon vinaigrette. (If you prefer you can serve vinaigrette on the side.) I like my salad lightly dressed. Refrigerate remanding vinaigrette for up to two weeks.
  
  Lemon Vinaigrette: Combine all the ingredients in a bowl and whisk to combine.
  
  Enjoy!
  
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- Easy Caprese Salad
  
  Posted at 9:58 am by Good Dinner Mrs Mellen
  
  Aug 19th
  Nothing says summer more than a beautiful Caprese Salad. I love using farm-fresh Heirloom tomatoes in alternating colors. You can use any type of tomatoes as long as they are freshly kissed by the sun not a water down hothouse variety. Here in New England we anxiously wait through our long, cold, snowy winters for the local summer produce to appear in farmers’ markets in all the charming towns indicative to our area. In the town that I live in Wednesday is farmer’s market day or if I am on Martha’s Vineyard you’ll find me Saturday mornings at the West Tisbury Farm market. Being of Italian heritage tomatoes are part of our fabric and growing up I benefited from my grandparents large garden with filled with all different tomatoes varieties; some like plum tomatoes my grandmother canned to use during the winter; others like Bonnie Original, Big Beef, Red Beefsteak heirloom, Better Boy and Cherokee Purple, we sliced for salad and sandwiches. My grandparents used all-natural organic gardening methods passed down from their ancestors. Being raised on the best tomatoes I am very discriminating and ecstatic over the resurgence in fresh farm organic produce locally grown. Mozzarella like tomatoes comes in many varieties, I love cheese so I use different types depending on what is fresh at the market.
  
  3 vine-ripe heirloom tomatoes, 1/4-inch thick slices
  
  1 pound fresh mozzarella, 1/4-inch thick slices
  
  1 bunch fresh basil
  
  2 teaspoon capers
  
  Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling
  
  balsamic vinegar, for drizzling
  
  Layer alternating slices of tomatoes and mozzarella on a large, shallow platter. Tuck fresh basil between slices. Drizzle the salad with extra-virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, sprinkle with capers and season with salt and pepper, to taste.
  
  Enjoy!
  
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- Air Fryer Beets
  
  Posted at 5:39 am by Good Dinner Mrs Mellen
  
  Jul 25th
  I am not much of a kitchen gadget person; basic kitchen tools are my go-to for cooking. So when my son purchased an air fryer which he said was perfect for achieving juicy food, crisp on the outside without frying or using oil and suggested I purchase one I didn’t give it too much thought until he gave me a gift card for Williams Sonoma for Christmas to cover the purchase.
  
  After a little research, I purchased the Philips Air Fryer with Tubo Star Avance from Williams Sonoma. At first, I tried the basics, chicken wings, ribs, hot dogs and more. Then I turned to vegetables which I just find fabulous in the air fryer especially beets. Fresh beets are so good for you and in my air fryer, I found a no-mess quick method of cooking. After cooking the beets I just store in the refrigerator to use on salads for added flavor and color.
  
  Air Fryer Beets
  
  3-4 fresh beets, peeled
  
  sea salt
  
  Sprinkle beets with sea salt and place in the air fryer. ‘Fry’ at 400F for 25 minutes. The resulting beets are perfectly cooked without losing flavor or nutritional value.
  
  I used the cooked beets in my recipe below!
  
  Fresh Beets with Goat Cheese Egg Salad
  
  I was in the mood for egg salad one day but not an ordinary egg salad so I just started mixing some of my favorite ingredients. If I do say so this turned out delicious. I will caution that this egg salad is very rich so just eat a smaller portion with a wonderful salad of fresh vegetables. My philosophy has always been that you can eat well-staying thin and fit if you use portion control of rich foods. I like to balance my meals with more greens and fresh vegetables, less high caloric foods. If I make and eat a rich dish I watch my portion. Also, exercise is essential for staying fit and healthy. Find a physical activity that you enjoy to incorporate into the fabric of your day then you will always have time for exercise! Back to food I do believe that presentation is so important even if you are eating alone, make it look good! I made a colorful salad placing a small amount of egg salad in the center, drizzled some balsamic vinegar for a beautiful and wonderfully tasting dish. Did I mention so easy too!
  
  Goat Cheese Egg Salad with Red Beets
  
  4 eggs, hard-boiled, peeled and chopped
  
  1/4 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise with olive oil
  
  1/4 cup goat cheese, crumbled
  
  1 tablespoon scallions, minced, just the white part
  
  1/4 cup celery, finely chopped
  
  1/4 cup red beets, chopped
  
  1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  
  romaine lettuce
  
  cherry tomatoes, sliced
  
  baby carrots
  
  1 cooked beet, sliced
  
  In a medium bowl, mix eggs and mayonnaise. Add goat cheese mixture until combined. Add scallions, celery, chopped beets, and black pepper. Line plate with lettuce leaves. Top with egg salad. Decorate with cherry tomatoes, baby carrots, and sliced beets. Makes 4 small servings
  
  Enjoy!
  
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