I became interested in Moroccan cooking after reading Paula Wolfert’s recipes and writings on Moroccan food. This colorful salad has a refreshing soupy consistency and is redolent of cumin and lemon. SERVES 6 3 medium green bell peppers 5 medium ripeВ…
Here is a delicious grated raw vegetable salad made primarily with cabbage and winter squash (I prefer butternut). This salad has a crunchy texture, sweet flavor, and brilliant color, and I think it is far superior to traditional cole slaw. 3 cups grated butternut (or…
Let your imagination and what’s in the market (or garden) determine what will be put into this salad. Try the less-known greens, such as Belgian endive, watercress, arugula, radicchio, and alfalfa sprouts. 8 cups mixed salad greens (such as red and green leaf…
Mango and avocado complement each other nicely in this delectable salad. The avocado is blanketed with the vinaigrette while the mango adds a sweet contrast. If you aren’t familiar with mangoes, this is a good way to become acquainted. When ripe, they will be…
This dressing, reminiscent of satay sauce, is sure to become one of your favorites. It has that intriguing balance of spicy, sweet, and tangy flavors that characterizes so much of Southeast Asian cooking. SERVES 4 TO 6 2 small cucumbers, peeled and sliced Вј inch…
This salad has an intriguing array of flavors and textures. Roasting the peppers until the skin is charred provides a nice smokiness, contrasting with the sweetness of the mozzarella and the saltiness of the olives. SERVES 4 1 large red bell pepper 1 large green bell…
The texture of tofu changes dramatically when it is pured in the blender and makes an unusually smooth and flavorful salad dressing, dip, or sandwich spread. MAKES 1ВЅ CUPS ВЅ pound firm or soft tofu, patted dry 2 tablespoons lemon juice (about ВЅ lemon) Вј cup olive…
In produce stands now fresh dill is nearly as commonplace as fresh parsley. This is fortunate because dill loses much of its flavor when dried. I love to use it in salads, breads, dips, marinades, and spreads, so I try to always have some on hand. The most convenient…
Hereвs an all-purpose vinaigrette that has a perfect balance of flavors. 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard 2 cloves garlic, minced Вѕ cup olive oil Salt to taste Freshly ground pepper to taste Put all of the ingredients into a jar with a screw…
The combined flavors of the perfectly ripe avocado and thin slices of toasted French bread in this garlicky vinaigrette are incomparable. Black pebbly skinned Hass avocados are the best variety because they are the creamiest. SERVES 4 ВЅ cup Classic Vinaigrette 2…
I have tried all methods of preparing asparagus to ensure even cooking dicing the stalks, tying them together with a string and cooking them upright, cutting a cross in the stalks to encourage quicker cooking, etc., and none of them has ever been satisfactory to me;…
The incomparable flavor of arugula can easily be overpowered by a strong salad dressing. The best way to accentuate its wonderful flavor is to use only a light dressing of lemon juice and olive oil with a sprinkling of Parmesan cheese. SERVES 4 1 head Boston lettuce,…