We found these delicious looking salad recipes on Martha Stewart and we can't decide which one looks more delicious. As much as we love simple and healthy salads, we love having lots of ingredients that give flavor, nutrition and crunch! These were our favorite four, but you can try all six recipes on her site here.
Steak Salad With Bacon, Crispy Potatoes, and Blue Cheese Dressing
Serves 4| Hands-On Time: 30m| Total Time: 30m
Ingredients
-4 ounces sliced bacon, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
-8 ounces Yukon gold or fingerling potatoes, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
-kosher salt and black pepper
-2 teaspoons canola oil
-1 1/2 pounds sirloin steak (1 inch thick)
-3 ounces blue cheese (such as Stilton or Roquefort), crumbled (3/4 cup)
-1/4 cup sour cream
-1/4 cup buttermilk
-1 teaspoon red wine vinegar
-1 scallion, chopped
-1 head romaine lettuce, torn into bite-size pieces (about 8 cups)
Directions
1. In a large skillet, cook the bacon over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until crisp, 5 to 7 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.
2. Add the potatoes to the bacon drippings, season with ¼ teaspoon each salt and pepper, and increase heat to medium-high. Cook, tossing occasionally, until browned and tender, 12 to 15 minutes. Transfer to the paper towel-lined plate.
3. Meanwhile, heat the oil in a second large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the steak with ¼ teaspoon each salt and pepper and cook 5 to 7 minutes per side for medium-rare.
4. Let rest at least 5 minutes before slicing.
5. In a small bowl, mix together the blue cheese, sour cream, buttermilk, vinegar, scallion, and ¼ teaspoon each salt and pepper. Divide the lettuce among plates, top with the steak, bacon, and potatoes, and drizzle with the dressing.
Grilled Shrimp Panzanella With Basil
Serves 4| Hands-On Time: 15m| Total Time: 25m
Ingredients
-1 1/2 pounds peeled and deveined large shrimp
-1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest, plus 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
-4 tablespoons olive oil
-kosher salt and black pepper
-1 small baguette (about 8 ounces), split lengthwise
-2 1/2 pounds heirloom or beefsteak tomatoes, cut into wedges
-2 cups fresh basil leaves
Directions
1. Heat grill to medium-high. In a large bowl, toss the shrimp with the lemon zest, 1 tablespoon of the oil, and ¼ teaspoon each salt and pepper. Brush the baguette with 1 tablespoon of the remaining oil.
2. Grill the baguette and shrimp, uncovered, until the baguette is golden and crisp, about 1 minute per side, and the shrimp are opaque throughout, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Cut the baguette into bite-size pieces.
3. In a second large bowl, toss the shrimp, baguette, tomatoes, and basil with the lemon juice, the remaining 2 tablespoons of oil, ½ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon pepper.
Chopped Greek Salad With Pita Chips
Serves 4| Hands-On Time: 15m| Total Time: 15m
Ingredients
-2 pitas, split horizontally
-4 tablespoons olive oil
-2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
-1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
-kosher salt and black pepper
-1 small head iceberg lettuce, chopped (about 8 cups)
-1 pint grape tomatoes, halved
-1 green bell pepper, cut into bite-size pieces
-1/2 English cucumber, sliced
-1/2 red onion, chopped
-1 15.5-ounce can chickpeas, rinsed and coarsely chopped
-4 ounces Feta, crumbled (1 cup)
-8 pepperoncini (optional)
-1/4 cup pitted kalamata olives (optional)
Directions
1. Heat oven to 350° F. Place the pita halves cut-side up on a baking sheet, brush with 1 tablespoon of the oil, and bake until golden and crisp, 4 to 6 minutes. Let cool, then break into pieces.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the vinegar, oregano, the remaining 3 tablespoons of oil, ½ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon black pepper. Add the lettuce, tomatoes, bell pepper, cucumber, onion, chickpeas, Feta, pita chips, and pepperoncini and olives, if using, and toss to combine.
Grilled Chicken and Corn Salad With Avocado and Parmesan
Serves 4| Hands-On Time: 30m| Total Time: 30m
Ingredients
-1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
-2 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary
-4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
-4 tablespoons olive oil
-kosher salt and black pepper
-2 6-ounce boneless, skinless chicken breasts
-3 ears corn, shucked
-5 ounces baby spinach (about 5 cups)
-1 avocado, cut into bite-size pieces
-2 ounces Parmesan, shaved
Directions
1. Heat grill to medium-high. In a medium bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, rosemary, garlic, 3 tablespoons of the olive oil, ½ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon pepper. Transfer half the dressing to a small bowl; set aside. Add the chicken to the remaining dressing and turn to coat.
2. Rub the corn with the remaining tablespoon of oil and season with ¼ teaspoon each salt and pepper. Grill the corn and chicken, covered, turning occasionally, until the corn is tender and lightly charred, 4 to 6 minutes, and the chicken is cooked through, 8 to 10 minutes. Cut the kernels off the cobs and slice the chicken.
3. Toss the spinach, chicken, corn, and avocado with the reserved dressing and sprinkle with the Parmesan.
Which one do you want to try first?
xo,
Ruche
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I made this last night for dinner and it was delicious! I live in a high rise and don't have the ability to grill so I cooked the chicken on the stove and the corn in the oven. Everything turned out great! Thank you for sharing this recipe.
Posted on August 16, 2012