Tag Archives: salad

Grapefruit Arugula Salad with Sesame Pistachios

A few years ago when I was just starting to cook, I discovered Naturally Ella‘s blog. I fell in love with her recipes, partly because they’re so accessible and partly because they include ingredients that I like to use. Most … Continue reading

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Spring Soba Noodle Salad

This salad has spring written all over it. When I was tossing all the ingredients together before serving, I took a breath and it smelled the way it feels to be outside when everything starts to bloom. If that makes … Continue reading

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Kale Salad with Spiced Chickpeas and Mango

In this chapter of mangoes were on sale at Whole Foods, I bring you kale salad with spicy roasted chickpeas and mango. There are few things I love more than roasted chickpeas…pain au chocolat, San Francisco, France and avocados are … Continue reading

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Blood Orange and Bean Salad

I’ve been looking high and low for blood oranges, and the other day, I finally found them. I think I said “YES” out loud in the citrus section of the grocery store. I must have, because I got some weird … Continue reading

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Kale Broccoli Bowl with Roasted Chickpeas

Everyone, meet kale broccoli bowl. Kale broccoli bowl, meet everyone. I’m going to introduce you to coconut curry hot chocolate later this week. But I thought I’d get this introduction out of the way, first. Sunday nights are a time … Continue reading

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Moroccan Carrot Salad with Almonds and Pomegranate Seeds

Okay…So let me tell you about this Nutella Banana Toast. But first I’m going to tell you about Moroccan Carrot Salad. Just like dessert at the end of the meal, I have to save the best for last. I made … Continue reading

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Two Healthy Autumn Salads

We’ve reached the final countdown to Thanksgiving, and food is on everyone’s mind. Every time I check my email, I’m bombarded with recipes for things like “whipped sweet potatoes with candied ginger” or “challah stuffing with sage and garlic.” Ambitious … Continue reading

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Chicago Restaurant Week: Naha

Every once in awhile, you have a meal you know you’ll never forget. Today was one of those days. It’s Chicago Restaurant Week, a dream for foodies and anyone with a self-professed obsession for trying high-quality food at half (or … Continue reading

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French Toast at M. Henry and a Salad Chez Moi

You know when you haven’t seen someone in a while, and all of a sudden you run into them (somewhat awkwardly) in a public place? Maybe you’re excited to see them (or, maybe not…), but ultimately the question that crosses … Continue reading

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PuraVegan: A Venture into Raw Food

Two years ago before I left for France, I needed a three-month summer job.  I had just graduated from college, and didn’t want to work in an office all summer.  So, my options were pretty much limited to retail and … Continue reading

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