The cashews in this quick Sri Lanka-style curry become very tender, and the sauce is delicate enough not to overpower their subtle flavor. Raw cashews are the ones to use for this dish. SERVES 4 2 tablespoons oil 1 medium onion, diced ВЅ fresh redВ chileВ pepperimage,...
Wild Rice and Artichoke Salad
Wild rice, though very tasty, is also very expensive, so I save it for special occasions and stretch it a bit by cooking it with brown rice. Although this salad does not take a lot of time to prepare, you should cook the rice in the morning or the night before so it...
Summer Fruit Salad
A luscious fruit salad that develops a beautiful rosy color as it sits. You can improvise, but I have found this to be the best combination of fruits. It is great for dessert, breakfast, or a light lunch. SAUCE 2 cups plain yogurt 3 tablespoons honey Вѕ teaspoon...
Spicy Cucumber Salad
Hereвs another cucumber salad; this one goes particularly well with Asian meals. This is a very simple salad with a delicious, piquant sauce. You could improvise by substituting for one of the cucumbers a red bell pepper or some crisp snow peas, if you'd like. SERVES...
New Potato and Dill Salad
New potatoes are not a variety of potato but are any tiny, waxy potatoes that have been freshly dug. I prefer red-skinned for this salad because of their decorative color, although you could substitute any round white boiling potato with successful results. SERVES 6 3...
Moroccan Tomato and Roasted Pepper Salad
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 tomatoesimage,...
Mixed Vegetable Slaw
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...
Mixed Green Salad
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 Salad with Raspberry Vinaigrette
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 tender...
Indonesian Salad with Spicy Peanut Dressing
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...