Purple beans turn green when blanched. If you have very tender young beans, you can leave them raw as we did, if desired. Recipe courtesy of Erin French, chef and owner of Lost Kitchen in Freedom, ME.
Make the slaw a bit early and let it sit at room temperature while you prepare the rest of your meal; the slaw tastes better the longer the flavors are allowed to develop.
This colorful dish is dressed with olive oil, lemon, Parmesan, and salt. Use young squash for this recipe -- larger squash have too many seeds and are more fibrous.
Chewy farro-an Italian whole grain-is tossed with mixed greens in this colorful salad. It's flavored by two kinds of grapes that have been baked in a low oven to concentrate their sweetness and release...
Chopped fresh herbs take this crisp cucumber salad to the next level. Sliced kumquats and sumac provide a vibrant counterpoint to both the cucumbers, and any main you pair the salad with.
Asian pears are more similar to apples than to other pears. Their crisp, juicy flesh makes a sweet and surprising addition to any salad, but pairs especially well with celery and arugula.
This spicy chickpea salad is a classic Indian dish. Garam masala, a blend of dry-roasted spices, can be found in the international section of most large supermarkets.
This year, instead of traditional green-bean casserole, try our vibrant salad of crisp-tender green beans and crunchy fried shallots in a lemony dressing.
The bitter leaves in this Frisee Salad with Hard-Cooked Eggs pair well with the shallot-mustard vinaigrette. It's a delicious breakfast or brunch recipe to add to your menu.
Try this savory fennel salad from chef Alain Allegretti of Allegretti restaurant for a healthy and delicious side dish. Serve with Trouchia, a classic French egg dish, for an unforgettable meal.
Jewel-toned beetsare marinated in a sherry-orange vinaigrette to tempertheir sweetness. With mache,a delicate field green, andcrackers with goat cheese,the salad makes a lively first course.
You can swap any fall veggie -- brussels sprouts, turnips, or cabbage -- into this warm salad. Don't skip the celery leaves: they may seem delicate, but they pack a lot of flavor.
This salad is one of the best vegetarian dishes I've ever served. The combination of goats' cheese and roasted vegetables on a cool bed of couscous mixed with salad leaves and a spicy dressing is positively...
Citrusy and cilantro-packed, this Pasta Salad with Peas and Summer Beans dish pairs well with grilled chicken or tuna. It would be equally delicious with mint, parsley or a combination of fine herbs.
This colorful salad, inspired by chef Wolfgang Puck's signature recipe, is made with seasonal fruits and vegetables and Stilton, a sharp English cheese. Hachiya persimmons are large, sweet, and acorn shaped;...