SALADS

During the summer, it makes a pleasant change to eat something light and simple. Ingredients for salads (tomatoes, cucumber, radishes, lettuce etc.) are abundant and generally inexpensive. In addition, a mixed salad can often be produced from a variety of 'leftovers', which makes it very economical.

It isn't necessary to present dozens of different items to produce an interesting and tasty salad; sometimes a simple plate with just two or three different items can taste just perfect. Much of the fun and enjoyment of a salad is the presentation. A variety of colours, nicely positioned on a plate or contrasting in a mixed salad will actually improve the flavour since the taste buds are activated by sight before food is eaten. Take a little time to find colourful ingredients.

* SALADS *

ALL SALADS RECIPES

Avocado and Tomato Salad

Avocado and Tomato Salad goes well with pasta and Mexican food. It's very easy to prepare and it has the benefit of both looking good and tasting good

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: NIL
Avocado Cucumber and Grapefruit Salad

This avocado cucumber grapefruit salad is delicate, refreshing, and crunchy with roast almonds and a honey vinaigrette. Perfect lunch!

Preparation: 20 Minutes
Cooking: 5 Minutes
Avocado Salad

Avocado Salad is ideal for all occasions especially on a bright summer's day when the world feels good! It's very easy to prepare and tastes amazing.

Preparation: 15 Minutes
Cooking: 10 Minutes
Bacon and Roast Onion Salad

Bacon and Roast Onion Salads - a smart and stylish springtime starter that is super healthy too.

Preparation: 5 Minutes
Cooking: 25 Minutes
Blushing Eggs

It's summer, the sun is shining and the family is screaming to eat outside.Blushing Eggs are just the thing, to put a smile on their faces and yours.

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 10 Minutes
Caesar Salad

Caesar Salad was created in 1924 by Italian chef Caesar Cardini at his restaurant in Tijuana, Mexico and was prepared and served at the table

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 10 Minutes
Carpaccio Style Prawns

Carpaccio is a dish of raw meat or fish, thinly sliced and generally served as an appetizer. These delicious Carpaccio Style Prawns will delight you.

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: NIL
Ceviche

Ceviche, is a great starter for when you are entertaining. It looks like you've spent hours preparing it, but it can be on the plate in minutes.

Preparation: 15 Minutes
Cooking: NIL
Chicken Caesar Salad

One of my favourite salads and one that I often request when dining out is Caesar Salad

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 10 Minutes
Chinese Chicken Salad

Chinese Chicken Salad is a truly delicious light meal or, using just half the amount of chicken, starter course.

Preparation: 20 Minutes
Cooking: 40 Minutes
Fresh Sesame Salad with Prawns and Palm Hearts

The incredibly fresh taste of this salad makes it perfect for a main course or a starter. And it's ready in minutes.

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: NIL
Fresh Tomato Salad

Probably most of us are accustomed to including tomatoes with our salads. A normal tomato, though, can be made much more appealing with this recipe.

Preparation: 7 Minutes
Cooking: NIL
Julie's Salmon & Prawn with Lime

Julie's Salmon & Prawn with Lime is dedicated to Terry and Julie, our neighbours on The Isle of Man, who served us the most stunning starter ever.

Preparation: 15 Minutes
Cooking: NIL
Lamb Kleftiko with Greek Salad

If I suggested that you seal a leg of lamb in a parcel then roast it long and slow with garlic, lemon and herbs, and potatoes, what would you think?

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 5 Hours 20 Minutes
Luxury Lobster and Potato Salad

I admit that Luxury Lobster and Potato Salad is somewhat decadent and exotic but lobster and truffles are a match made in heaven.

Preparation: 15 Minutes
Cooking: 20 Minutes
Mackerel and Bacon Salad

Warm Mackerel and Bacon Salad is a humble salad that combines creamy, soft smoked mackerel with crisp, streaky bacon. Once tried, never forgotten!

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 20 Minutes
Marinated Carrot Salad

Marinated Carrot Salad takes a few minutes to prepare and is perfect if you want something a bit different to add to your salads.

Preparation: 15 Minutes
Cooking: 15 Minutes
Mixed Tuna Salad

Mixed Tuna Salad provides a tasty and colourful mixed salad that is perfectly suited for entertaining. The blend of flavours is the key to its success

Preparation: 15 Minutes
Cooking: NIL
Panzanella

Panzanella is a dish with its origins in the Tuscany region of Italy. Some of the best dishes in the world have their origins in peasant cooking.

Preparation: 15 Minutes
Cooking: NIL
Potato and Egg Salad

This simple Potato and Egg Salad mixture provides both substance and colour to your salads. Once prepared it will keep for a further two days.

Preparation: 5 Minutes
Cooking: 20 Minutes
Raw Carrot Salad

Carrots are an all-round healthy food. They're low in calories, and provide fibre & vitamins. The best way to snack on carrots is to eat carrot sticks

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: NIL
Salad Horseradish

While many people are aware of horseradish sauce (much favoured on beef), less people are aware that you can eat horseradish as part of a salad meal.

Preparation: 5 Minutes
Cooking: NIL
Salade des Gourmets

A gourmet is an individual with a highly refined discerning palate who revels in the enjoyment of good food. This salad was created for such a person!

Preparation: 15 Minutes
Cooking: 5 Minutes
Salade Niçoise

The original version of Salade Niçoise always included raw red peppers, shallots, and artichoke hearts - but never any cooked vegetables

Preparation: 12 Minutes
Cooking: 8 Minutes
Sausage and Potato Salad

Sausage and Potato Salad is is one of those real summer comfort foods. You can use any sausage, but try and get Kielbasa if you can.

Preparation: 15 Minutes
Cooking: 35 Minutes
Tangy Goat's Cheese & Dill Potato Salad

Tangy Goat's Cheese & Dill Potato Salad is perfect for a summer day either with a salad or at a barbeque. With just a touch of sharpness.

Preparation: 5 Minutes
Cooking: 20 Minutes
Tasty Pasta Salad

Tasty Pasta Salad is a low-fat, zesty salad, perfect for a summer lunch (or lunchbox). You can vary this basic recipe by adding other ingredients.

Preparation: 5 Minutes
Cooking: 10 Minutes
Tomato and Mozzarella Salad

The mix of tomato and Mozzarella makes a delicious salad accompaniment or can be served on its own as a fresh summer starter course.

Preparation: 7 Minutes
Cooking: NIL
Warm Asparagus Salad

Warm Asparagus Salad is a delightful, fresh salad suitable for a light meal in summer or winter. And it doesn't matter if the eggs are still warm.

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 20 Minutes
Warm Potato Salad

If it seems unusual to suggest serving a mixture of potatoes and salad dressing while they are still warm, I can only suggest that you give it a try.

Preparation: 5 Minutes
Cooking: 20 Minutes
Warm Red Potato Salad

Warm Red Potato Salad is one of my favourites. The herbs, peppers and egg blend together well and the red skins of the potatoes add a splash of colour

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 20 Minutes