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Zesty Cold Chicken Pasta Salad

Zesty Cold Chicken Pasta Salad

4.0

Prep
10 min
Cook
15 min
Total
25 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; cook rotini at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water.
  2. 2 Mix mayonnaise, lemon pepper seasoning, and dried mustard together in a large bowl. Mix in cherry tomatoes, peas, and chicken. Fold in rotini. Sprinkle paprika over salad before serving.

By Krysie

Grilled Chicken Bacon Ranch Salad

Grilled Chicken Bacon Ranch Salad

Prep
15 min
Cook
Total
15 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Remove core from each mini artisan lettuce. Place each lettuce head on a large cutting board and cut each lettuce head into bite-sized pieces, using a sharp knife. Place lettuce in a very large bowl.
  2. 2 Add chicken, tomatoes, and peppers to salad greens and sprinkle with chopped bacon. Pour in ranch dressing and toss to combine.
  3. 3 Sprinkle cubed avocado and tortilla strips over the the salad and season with pollo asado seasoning, if desired.

By thedailygourmet

Fresh Corn Salad

Fresh Corn Salad

4.8

Prep
10 min
Cook
15 min
Total
25 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add corn and cook in boiling water for 10 minutes. Drain and cool under running water until cool enough to handle.
  2. 2 Cut corn kernels off cobs into a large bowl. Add tomatoes, green onions, cilantro, olive oil, vinegar, salt, and pepper; mix well. Add feta cheese just before serving.

By HP_imagines

Awesome Pasta Salad

Awesome Pasta Salad

4.6

Prep
30 min
Cook
15 min
Total
45 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather all ingredients.
  2. 2 Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook fusilli pasta in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 12 minutes. Drain.
  3. 3 Combine pasta with tomatoes, cheese, salami, pepperoni, green pepper, olives, and pimentos in a large bowl. Pour in salad dressing; toss to coat.
  4. 4 Enjoy!

By Irlandes

Cherry Tomato Salad

Cherry Tomato Salad

4.8

Prep
15 min
Cook
5 min
Total
20 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine cherry tomatoes, green olives, back olives, and green onions in a salad bowl.
  2. 2 Toast pine nuts in a dry skillet over medium heat until golden brown, turning frequently. Stir into tomato mixture.
  3. 3 Whisk olive oil, red wine vinegar, sugar, and oregano together in a small bowl; season to taste with salt and pepper.
  4. 4 Pour dressing over salad, and gently stir to coat tomatoes.

By Keren

Red Quinoa and Avocado Salad

Red Quinoa and Avocado Salad

4.6

Prep
5 min
Cook
15 min
Total
50 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Bring water and quinoa to a boil in a saucepan over high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until quinoa is tender and water is absorbed, 15 to 20 minutes. Spread into a medium bowl and refrigerate until cold, about 30 minutes.
  2. 2 Stir tomatoes, cucumber, and onion into cooled quinoa in the bowl. Season with lime juice, cumin, salt, and pepper; stir to combine.
  3. 3 Divide spinach leaves onto 2 plates and top with quinoa salad. Garnish with avocado to serve.

By Gitano

Chickpea Salad

Chickpea Salad

4.8

Prep
10 min
Cook
5 min
Total
75 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Toss chickpeas, tomatoes, feta cheese, and basil together in a large bowl. Set aside.
  2. 2 Place honey in a small microwave-safe bowl; microwave until warm about 30 seconds. Stir in garlic, red wine vinegar, cider vinegar, oil, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and salt.
  3. 3 Pour vinaigrette over chickpea mixture; toss to coat. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap; refrigerate before serving, 1 hour .

By Giardino

Spinach Salad with Chicken, Avocado, and Goat Cheese

Spinach Salad with Chicken, Avocado, and Goat Cheese

4.9

Prep
20 min
Cook
Total
20 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat a small skillet over medium-high heat. Toast pine nuts in hot skillet until lightly browned and fragrant, 3 to 5 minutes.
  2. 2 Put spinach into a large salad bowl; top with pine nuts, tomatoes, chicken, avocado, corn kernels, and goat cheese.
  3. 3 Beat white wine vinegar, olive oil, and Dijon mustard together in a small bowl until smooth; season with salt and pepper. Drizzle dressing over the salad and toss lightly to coat.

By Bethshan

Bow Tie Pasta Salad

Bow Tie Pasta Salad

4.8

Prep
10 min
Cook
15 min
Total
25 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather the ingredients.
  2. 2 Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a rolling boil. Cook bow tie pasta at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 12 minutes; drain. Quickly rinse the cooked pasta in cold water to stop it from continuing to cook; drain.
  3. 3 Mix cooled pasta, broccoli, tomatoes, sliced green onions, celery, red bell pepper, and green bell pepper in a large bowl.
  4. 4 Gently stir salad dressing and Parmesan cheese together in a bowl until evenly mixed; season to taste with sugar, basil, and salt.
  5. 5 Pour salad dressing mixture over pasta mixture; gently toss to coat evenly.
  6. 6 For best results, chill salad in refrigerator before serving to allow flavors to blend.

By Alley

Easy Quinoa Salad

Easy Quinoa Salad

4.8

Prep
15 min
Cook
15 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Bring water and quinoa to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until quinoa is tender and water has been absorbed, 10 to 15 minutes. Set aside to cool.
  2. 2 Meanwhile, whisk olive oil, lime juice, cumin, salt, and red pepper flakes together in a small bowl.
  3. 3 Combine quinoa, tomatoes, black beans, and green onions in a large bowl. Pour dressing over quinoa mixture; toss to coat. Stir in cilantro; season with salt and black pepper.
  4. 4 Serve immediately or chill salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for about five days.

By scrumdiddly

My Big Fat Greek Salad

My Big Fat Greek Salad

4.9

Prep
20 min
Cook
Total
70 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Peel off a few strips of cucumber skin using a channel knife, creating a striped pattern. Cut cucumbers in half crosswise. Cut each half into quarters before cutting into 1/4- to 1/2-inch slices. Place into a colander; toss with some kosher salt and let sit for 10 to 15 minutes.
  2. 2 Meanwhile, cut cherry tomatoes in half. Rinse cucumbers; drain thoroughly for 10 to 15 minutes more.
  3. 3 While cucumbers are draining, slice onion thinly. Cut bell pepper into strips. Turn knife diagonally and cut strips into diamond-shaped pieces. Slice Kalamata and green olives.
  4. 4 Combine cucumbers, tomatoes, onion, bell pepper, olives, and 2 tablespoons oregano in a bowl. Season with salt, black pepper, and cayenne. Sprinkle in vinegar and toss thoroughly. Drizzle in olive oil. Add about 2/3 of the feta cheese and toss again. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 to 60 minutes.
  5. 5 Give the salad another mix. Taste and season as desired. Scatter remaining feta cheese on top and garnish with remaining oregano.

By John Mitzewich

A Great Greek Pasta Salad

A Great Greek Pasta Salad

4.6

Prep
15 min
Cook
10 min
Total
145 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather all ingredients.
  2. 2 Whisk olive oil, vinegar, garlic powder, basil, oregano, black pepper, and sugar together in a large bowl.
  3. 3 Add cooked pasta, mushrooms, tomatoes, red peppers, feta cheese, green onions, olives, and pepperoni. Toss until evenly coated.
  4. 4 Cover, and chill 2 hours or overnight.
  5. 5 Serve and enjoy!

By Behr

Greek Pasta Salad

Greek Pasta Salad

4.7

Prep
20 min
Cook
10 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather the ingredients.
  2. 2 Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil. Stir in penne and return to a boil. Cook pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 10 minutes; rinse with cold water and drain well.
  3. 3 Whisk olive oil, vinegar, garlic, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper together in a bowl; set aside.
  4. 4 Combine pasta, tomatoes, green and red peppers, onion, cucumber, olives, and feta cheese in a large bowl. Pour vinaigrette over pasta mixture and mix well.
  5. 5 For best flavor, cover salad and chill in the refrigerator before serving to allow flavors to blend. Enjoy!

By Danielle Laroche

Quick Taco Salad

Quick Taco Salad

4.5

Prep
35 min
Cook
20 min
Total
55 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Brown ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat until crumbly and no longer pink, about 10 minutes; drain excess grease. Mix in taco seasoning mix and water. Bring the beef mixture to a boil and cook until thickened, about 10 more minutes. Transfer beef to a serving bowl.
  2. 2 Place chopped onion, lettuce, cherry tomatoes, Cheddar cheese, black olives, salsa, jalapeno peppers, sour cream, and corn chips in individual serving bowls. Allow diners to assemble their own salads from the ingredients.

By Amy Tapscott Harvel

Easy Keto Taco Salad Bowl for 2

Easy Keto Taco Salad Bowl for 2

5.0

Prep
15 min
Cook
10 min
Total
25 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef; cook and stir until browned and crumbly, about 7 minutes. Stir in taco seasoning and cook for another 2 minutes.
  2. 2 Divide lettuce, avocado, tomatoes, and green onions between 2 bowls; place ground beef on top. Top taco bowls with salsa, sour cream, and cilantro.

By Fioa

Cinco de Mayo Salsa Cruda

Cinco de Mayo Salsa Cruda

4.5

Prep
20 min
Cook
Total
35 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place tomatoes in a strainer; drain for 15 minutes.
  2. 2 Combine tomatoes, onion, jalapeño, garlic, and serrano in a large bowl; pour lime juice over top. Stir in cilantro, mint, 1 teaspoon salt, oregano, cayenne pepper, and sugar.
  3. 3 Refrigerate for 1 hour. Season with salt before serving.

By John Mitzewich

Fire-Roasted Cherry Tomato Salsa

Fire-Roasted Cherry Tomato Salsa

4.8

Prep
15 min
Cook
10 min
Total
145 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Set oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and brush with olive oil.
  2. 2 Spread tomatoes, onion, garlic, and jalapeño peppers onto prepared baking sheet.
  3. 3 Cook under the preheated broiler for 5 minutes. Turn the baking sheet and continue broiling until vegetables are charred, about 5 minutes more. Cool slightly.
  4. 4 Remove garlic from skins; discard skins.
  5. 5 Blend tomatoes, onion, peeled garlic, jalapeños, any accumulated juices from the baking sheet, cilantro leaves, lime juice, cumin, cayenne pepper, and oregano in a blender until salsa is smooth. Transfer to a bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate until flavors blend, at least 2 hours. Season with salt and black pepper.

By John Mitzewich

Chicken Kabobs Mexicana

Chicken Kabobs Mexicana

4.4

Prep
30 min
Cook
10 min
Total
100 min

Instructions

  1. 1 In a shallow dish, mix together olive oil, cumin, chopped cilantro, and lime juice. Season with salt and pepper. Add chicken, and mix well. Cover, and refrigerate for at least one hour.
  2. 2 Preheat grill for high heat.
  3. 3 Thread chicken, zucchini, onion, red bell pepper, and tomatoes onto skewers.
  4. 4 Brush grill with oil, and arrange skewers on hot grate. Cook for approximately 10 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through, turning to cook evenly.

By CJ hu

Mexican Mango Salad

Mexican Mango Salad

4.6

Prep
35 min
Cook
Total
35 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine avocados, tomatoes, mango, mixed greens, romaine lettuce, red onion, and green onions in a large serving bowl. Toss until salad is evenly mixed.
  2. 2 Make dressing: Whisk together lime juice, olive oil, sugar, red pepper, cumin, salt, and black pepper in a medium bowl until blended.
  3. 3 Pour dressing over salad; toss briefly and serve.

By SherriRD

Chicken Escalopes with Cherry Tomatoes, Ricotta, and Mozzarella

Chicken Escalopes with Cherry Tomatoes, Ricotta, and Mozzarella

3.5

Prep
15 min
Cook
30 min
Total
45 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a baking tray.
  2. 2 Place flour in one bowl, beaten egg in another bowl, and mix panko and Parmesan together in a third bowl.
  3. 3 Butterfly chicken breasts and season with salt and pepper. Dredge chicken in flour, then in beaten egg, and finally in panko mix to coat.
  4. 4 Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Add chicken to the hot pan and cook until browned and crispy but not fully cooked, about 3 minutes per side. Remove chicken and place on the prepared baking tray.
  5. 5 Add more oil to the pan if needed. Add shallots and tomatoes and saute until soft, 3 to 4 minutes. Season with salt and pepper and add taco seasoning. Remove from the heat.
  6. 6 Pour tomato mixture over the chicken, then dollop with ricotta and sprinkle with mozzarella. Season with salt and pepper and drizzle with olive oil.
  7. 7 Bake in the preheated oven until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 20 to 25 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

By jonjonmarante

Manda's Seven Layer Taco Dip

Manda's Seven Layer Taco Dip

4.7

Prep
30 min
Cook
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 With a handheld or standing mixer, beat together cream cheese, sour cream, and taco seasoning in bowl until light and fluffy; set aside.
  2. 2 In a separate bowl, stir together the cherry tomatoes, avocados, red onion, lime juice, salt, and black pepper; set aside.
  3. 3 Spread the refried black beans out into the bottom of a 9x13-inch glass baking dish in an even layer. Spread the cream cheese mixture over the black beans; top with layers of salsa, Mexican cheese blend, lettuce, cherry tomato mixture, and jalapeno slices.
  4. 4 Cover the dish tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate until serving time. Serve cold or at room temperature.

By Manda

Shrimp and Jalapeno Nachos

Shrimp and Jalapeno Nachos

4.5

Prep
20 min
Cook
5 min
Total
25 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine sour cream, avocado, and lemon juice in a blender or food processor; blend until smooth and creamy. Transfer into a plastic decorating bottle with a long tip. Refrigerate avocado-cream sauce until needed.
  2. 2 Place shrimp into a bowl; combine with vegetable oil, ground chipotle pepper, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
  3. 3 Place a large nonstick pan over high heat. Cook shrimp in the hot pan in a single layer until barely cooked through and pink, about 1 minute per side. Transfer to a plate and let shrimp cool.
  4. 4 Preheat the oven's broiler. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and lightly grease the foil.
  5. 5 Lay tortilla chips onto the prepared baking sheet in a single layer. Place 1 shrimp onto each chip. Add 1 slice jalapeno and 1 large pinch pepperjack cheese on top of each shrimp.
  6. 6 Broil under preheated broiler until cheese is melted and chips are lightly toasted, about 1 minute. Watch carefully; chips will burn quickly.
  7. 7 Remove nachos from baking sheet and arrange onto a serving platter; drizzle with avocado-cream sauce and sprinkle with cherry tomatoes and cilantro before serving.

By John Mitzewich

Veracruz-Style Red Snapper

Veracruz-Style Red Snapper

4.9

Prep
20 min
Cook
25 min
Total
45 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather the ingredients.
  2. 2 Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  3. 3 Make the sauce: Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir until translucent, 6 to 7 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  4. 4 Stir in capers and caper juice. Add tomatoes, olives, and jalapeño; cook and stir until tomatoes begin to collapse and jalapeño softens, about 3 minutes.
  5. 5 Remove from the heat and stir in oregano.
  6. 6 Make the snapper: Brush 1 teaspoon oil over the bottom of two small baking dishes. In each dish, add 1 tablespoon sauce, followed by a snapper fillet.
  7. 7 Season with cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Cover with more sauce, then drizzle lime juice over top.
  8. 8 Bake in the preheated oven until fish flakes easily with a fork, 15 to 20 minutes.

By John Mitzewich

Kiki's Mexican Chicken Salad

Kiki's Mexican Chicken Salad

4.3

Prep
15 min
Cook
Total
75 min

Instructions

  1. 1 In a large bowl, gently mix chicken, carrots, red bell pepper, jicama, red onion, corn, cherry tomatoes, avocados, and cilantro.
  2. 2 In a separate bowl, mix sour cream, mayonnaise, lemon juice, cumin, salt, pepper, taco seasoning, and hot pepper sauce. Pour over salad and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving.

By KIKI810

Enchiladas Suizas

Enchiladas Suizas

4.7

Prep
45 min
Cook
45 min
Total
90 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Make the salsa verde: Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add onion and sauté until soft, about 5 minutes. Add flour and stir until fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes. Pour in broth, then add green chiles, garlic, salt, and cumin. Simmer until flavors have blended, about 15 minutes. Remove from the heat.
  2. 2 Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C.)
  3. 3 Make the enchiladas: Mix Monterey Jack and Cheddar together in a bowl.
  4. 4 Heat 1/4 inch oil in a heavy skillet over medium heat. Fry tortillas, one at a time, until blistering but still soft enough to roll, 10 to 20 seconds per side. Drain on paper towels.
  5. 5 Dip both sides of each tortilla in salsa verde, then place onto a work surface. Place 2 heaping tablespoons chicken and about 2 tablespoons cheese mixture down the center and roll tortilla around fillings. Place, seam-side down, into a shallow baking dish. Repeat to fill and roll remaining tortillas.
  6. 6 Spoon some salsa verde over enchiladas and pour in heavy cream. Sprinkle remaining cheese mixture over top and garnish with green onions.
  7. 7 Bake, uncovered, in the preheated oven until sauce is bubbly and cheese is melted, about 20 minutes. Remove from the oven and garnish with olives and cherry tomatoes. Serve immediately with remaining salsa verde on the side.

By Lisa Civitillo Blok

Roasted Mexican Corn Salad with Black Beans

Roasted Mexican Corn Salad with Black Beans

4.5

Prep
20 min
Cook
15 min
Total
35 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  2. 2 Brush corn with vegetable oil.
  3. 3 Cook on the preheated grill until some kernels are lightly charred on all sides, about 12 minutes, flipping corn with tongs, every 3 to 4 minutes. Cool.
  4. 4 Cut kernels off cobs into a large bowl; add black beans, bell pepper, red onion, and jalapeño.
  5. 5 Combine mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, taco seasoning, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper in a small bowl: pour over salad and toss to combine. Sprinkle salad with green onions, cotija crumbles, and cilantro; garnish with cherry tomatoes. Serve chilled, or at room temperature.

By Bibi

Tex-Mex Beef Bowl with Avocado Cilantro Dressing

Tex-Mex Beef Bowl with Avocado Cilantro Dressing

4.7

Prep
30 min
Cook
8 min
Total
48 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat until just barely smoking.
  2. 2 Combine garlic powder, chili powder, kosher salt, paprika, and cumin in a bowl; rub over all sides of flank steak.
  3. 3 Grill flank steak in the preheated grill pan, flipping halfway through, until browned and cooked to desired doneness, about 8 minutes. Let steak rest on a work surface for 10 minutes. Thinly slice steak against the grain.
  4. 4 Divide rice, tomatoes, romaine lettuce, tortilla chips, black beans, jalapeno peppers, and lime wedges between 2 serving bowls; top with steak, cotija cheese, and 1 tablespoon cilantro.
  5. 5 Combine avocados, water, 1/2 cup cilantro, sour cream, lime juice, garlic, and salt in a blender; blend until dressing is smooth. Pour dressing over each bowl.

By Amanda Frederickson

Carne Asada Sandwich

Carne Asada Sandwich

5.0

Prep
40 min
Cook
20 min
Total
360 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine mayonnaise, sour cream, 1/2 cup cilantro, green onions, 1 1/2 tablespoon ground chipotle peppers, 1 tablespoon lime juice, garlic basil spread, 1 teaspoon cumin, salt, and black pepper in a bowl. Stir until combined. Cover and refrigerate chipotle mayonnaise for at least 1 hour.
  2. 2 Combine beef tri-tip, Anaheim chile peppers, onion, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, juice of 1 lime, olive oil, garlic, red pepper flakes, 1 teaspoon cumin, 1 teaspoon ground chipotle pepper, smoked paprika, and Mexican oregano in a large bowl; season with salt and black pepper and toss to combine. Cover and refrigerate beef mixture for at least 4 hours.
  3. 3 Preheat oven to 500 degrees F (260 degrees C).
  4. 4 Heat a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add beef mixture and cook, stirring constantly, until onions soften and become golden and beef browns, 15 to 20 minutes. Stir in 1 cup chopped cilantro and jalapeno peppers.
  5. 5 Spread each hoagie bun with 2 tablespoons chipotle mayonnaise. Spoon beef mixture into buns and top each sandwich with 2 ounces Asiago cheese.
  6. 6 Place sandwiches on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven until cheese is melted and bread is toasted and warm, about 5 minutes. Divide fresh avocado, cherry tomatoes, and 1/2 cup cilantro over the 4 sandwiches.

By Allrecipes

Bloody Mary Bites

Bloody Mary Bites

3.9

Prep
3 min
Cook
720 min
Total
723 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Remove the stems from the tomatoes, and place them in a shallow bowl. Pour vodka over them so that they are covered. Stir in the hot pepper sauce. Cover, and refrigerate overnight.
  2. 2 To serve, mix together the lemon pepper and celery salt in a small dish. Serve tomatoes floating in vodka. Provide toothpicks so that your guests may pick up the tomatoes and dip them in the seasoning before eating.

By JEREMYC