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Honey Balsamic Chicken Quinoa Bowl

May 30, 2017 ·

This Honey Balsamic Chicken Quinoa Bowl recipe combines honey, balsamic vinegar, garlic and herbs with chicken, quinoa and assorted vegetables into a healthy protein bowl that takes less than 30 minutes to make. Thank you to Pompeian for sponsoring this post for what’s #TrendingintheKitchen.

One of the top food trends of 2017 are bowls, such as Buddha bowls, protein bowls, and grain bowls. These colorful, filling dishes are built in a large bowl and are composed of grains, veggies, proteins and a flavorful dressing. With this growing food trend in mind, I was inspired by one of my most popular recipes (Baked Balsamic Chicken) to add some veggies and quinoa and create this Honey Balsamic Chicken Quinoa Bowl recipe! …

Filed Under: gluten free, healthy, kid-friendly, main dishes, Recipes, salad Tagged With: #TrendingintheKitchen, balsamic, balsamic vinegar, bowl, chicken, dinner, easy, entertaining, quick, quinoa, salad, vegetable

The Best Red Wine Vinagrette Recipe | alidaskitchen.com

The Best Red Wine Vinaigrette

October 27, 2016 ·

This is my easy recipe for the best Red Wine Vinaigrette made from scratch using five simple ingredients. Thank you to Pompeian for sponsoring this post.

I have come to discover that the simplest recipes often become my most requested recipes. Who would guess that after spending hours in the kitchen cooking an elaborate something or other, everybody ends up raving about the simple dressing on the garden salad that was whipped together in seconds. This Red Wine Vinaigrette recipe transforms any basic garden salad into a company worthy salad that always has people asking for the recipe! …

Filed Under: gluten free, healthy, Recipes, salad, vegan, vegetarian Tagged With: easy, entertaining, olive oil, pompeian, quick, red wine vinegar, salad dressing, vegetable, vinaigrette

Poblano Chicken Tostada Salad

April 26, 2016 ·

Poblano Chicken Tostada Salad is a healthy entree salad made with chicken, poblano peppers, onion and spices, served over a bed of salad greens on top of a cheesy, crisp corn tortilla. This is easy to make, great for a weeknight!

This Poblano Chicken Tostada Salad is inspired by the Chopped At Home challenge with Sargento® Cheese.

For this challenge, at-home cooks are asked to get creative in the kitchen with your best dish, that must include the following ingredients:

Sargento® 4 Cheese Mexican Blend
Corn tortillas
Poblano peppers
Chicken thighs

The dish may contain other ingredients, but the above must be the focus. Needless to say, I was very excited to see the contents of this virtual chopped basket. Creating a Mexican-inspired dish using some of my favorite ingredients would be a fun challenge!…

Filed Under: gluten free, healthy, kid-friendly, main dishes, Recipes, salad Tagged With: cheese, dinner, easy, Mexican, pepper, poblano, quick, vegetable

Balsamic Blueberry Salad | alidaskitchen.com #SundaySupper

Balsamic Blueberry Salad #SundaySupper

June 14, 2015 ·

Balsamic Blueberry Salad combines peppery arugula, tangy feta cheese, sweet blueberries and other fresh vegetables, tossed with a light balsamic vinaigrette. Perfect for a simple summer meal, potlucks or any time!

We picked up 10 pounds of blueberries during our most recent visit to the farmer’s market and have been enjoying delicious blueberries by the fistful. While I have been busy making pancakes, baking cakes and other goodies, we have also been enjoying this Balsamic Blueberry Salad recipe. It is a fresh, flavorful summertime favorite that everyone loves….

Filed Under: gluten free, healthy, Recipes, salad, vegetarian Tagged With: arugula, balsamic, blueberries, cheese, easy, entertaining, feta cheese, spinach, sundaysupper, vegetable

Taco Pasta Salad #SundaySupper

May 17, 2015 ·

Taco Pasta Salad is a protein-packed salad filled with lean ground beef and lots of vegetables.

This Taco Pasta Salad has become one of our favorite lunches. It can easily be prepared ahead of time to be enjoyed throughout the week. The tender, flavorful beef is combined with all the vegetables and a little pasta (topped with cheese, if desired). The result is a healthy, protein-packed meal that is easy to make!…

Filed Under: healthy, kid-friendly, main dishes, Recipes, salad Tagged With: beef, easy, lunch, make ahead, pasta, quick, sundaysupper, taco

Grilled Teriyaki Chicken Salad

May 11, 2015 ·

An easy recipe for Grilled Teriyaki Chicken Salad made in minutes using lean boneless, skinless chicken breast and your favorite vegetables! Perfect for a weeknight, or any time you want a delicious, flavorful meal made simple!

During the week, dinnertime is a busy time. Once Adam gets home from school, we all want to play outside on the playground, go to a park, do Legos, in other words, pretty much do anything except stand in the kitchen to make a elaborate dinner. There will be plenty of time for elaborate dinners in later years… I want to spend time with my kids now! So when it comes to quick and easy meal ideas that require very little preparation, I am all over it! This Grilled Teriyaki Chicken Salad recipe can be made in about 15 minutes (or less) using ingredients I have on hand at all times. No muss, no fuss, no running to the store. Just a simple, delicious dinner is served!

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Filed Under: giveaway, healthy, kid-friendly, main dishes, Recipes, salad Tagged With: chicken, dinner, easy, grilled, spinach, teriyaki, vegetable

Black Bean Corn Edamame Salad

November 24, 2014 ·

Black Bean Corn Edamame Salad is a little spicy, packed with vegetables and protein, and tastes delicious! Thank you to Pompeian for sponsoring this post as part of the Pantry Insiders program.

With the holiday season quickly approaching, I like to have healthy, easy recipes on hand for easy lunches and quick weeknight dinners. This Black Bean Corn Edamame Salad is made with simple, wholesome ingredients that are naturally flavorful. This salad is delicious for a light meal yet can be made heartier with the addition of cooked quinoa (I use 2 cups cooked for this recipe) or shredded rotisserie chicken. This salad recipe is very flexible and the ingredients can be adjusted to taste….

Filed Under: gluten free, healthy, kid-friendly, main dishes, Recipes, salad, vegan, vegetarian Tagged With: #pantryinsiders, black beans, corn, easy, edamame, quick, red wine vinegar, spicy, tomatoes, vegan, vinaigrette

Caprese Pasta Salad | tomatoes, basil and mozzarella mixed with pasta, tossed in a light balsamic vinaigrette with a protein boost from chickpeas #WeekdaySupper #ChooseDreams

Caprese Pasta Salad #WeekdaySupper #ChooseDreams

June 20, 2014 ·

Enjoy the taste of summer with this light, refreshing Caprese Pasta Salad. Made with garden fresh tomatoes and basil, mozzarella cheese and a bonus protein boost from chickpeas, it is quick, simple, delicious – and perfect for a weekday supper!

Over the past month, our herb garden has grown and flourished. I usually have to plant two basil plants, but this year our basil is towering above the rest. Never at a loss for recipes using fresh basil, this Caprese Pasta Salad recipe is one of our favorite summertime weeknight dinners!

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Filed Under: healthy, kid-friendly, main dishes, Recipes, salad, vegetarian Tagged With: #weekdaysupper, basil, caprese, dinner, easy, pasta, quick, tomatoes, vegetable

Kale and Apple Potato Salad

May 23, 2014 ·

Kick off the unofficial start to summer with a fun twist on a classic summer staple with this Kale and Apple Potato Salad! Thank you to MIRACLE WHIP (through the Mom It Forward Blogger Network) for sponsoring this post.

With the school year coming to an end and Memorial Day just around the corner, let the unofficial start of summer begin! I used to think of summer as a time to relax, but our summer schedule is packed with camps, classes and potluck parties. I always like to bring something special to potlucks (in addition to a dessert of course!) but often don’t have a ton of time to spend on it. That’s where this Kale and Apple Potato Salad comes to the rescue!…

Filed Under: Recipes, salad, sides Tagged With: #proudofit, easy, kale, MIRACLE WHIP, picnic, potato salad, potatoes, quick

Broccoli Tortellini Salad with Arugula Pesto | alidaskitchen.com

Broccoli Tortellini Salad with Arugula Pesto #WeekdaySupper

May 8, 2014 ·

Broccoli Tortellini Salad with Arugula Pesto is a fresh pasta salad made with a nut-free arugula pesto. This recipe can be easily doubled (or tripled), which makes it perfect for potluck season!

This Broccoli Tortellini Salad with Arugula Pesto is a unique and tasty pasta salad that is quick and easy for a weeknight or to make in advance for a potluck. It’s a little different than what you might normally expect to find at a party, but tastes fresh, delicious and healthy! I really love pesto-inspired recipes, but often have to avoid them due to my tree nut allergy. However when I realized how quick it is to whip up an easy recipe for pesto at home, well that was a game changer….