Orange Chipotle Vinaigrette by Bob Vincent

This recipe is adapted from one by Julie Campoy in her book Julienne. I made some changes to it. I added garlic, used more honey and reduced 50% more orange juice. I also added Mexican oregano and cut back on the cumin a bit. This produces a thin vinaigrette. If you want it thicker whisk in a couple of tablespoons of mayonnaise.…

Warm Brussles Sprouts Salad with Almonds and Parmesan by Nancy Miyasaki

I adapted this from a Oprah recipe. She makes the salad with raw brussel sprouts. I couldn't quite trust that, so I blanched them lightly before slicing. This produced a delcious and slightly warm salad. I should have tried some raw and some cooked to see which method is best. Maybe one of you can do that and let us know?

Mustard seed cucumbers by Doris Samson

This is a novel way of making pickled cucumbers. The recipe originates in Germany where it is called Senfgurken.

Curried Onion salad by Peter Brown

A must with any BBQ (BRAAIVLEIS) a Cape Malayinfluenced recipe . a good side dish with any cold meat dish

Tangy Tomato Dressing from the Outback Steakhouse by David St. John

Tabbouleh by Kiwi Louise

This is a Gordon Ramsey recipe, slightly adapted. It has such a fresh summery taste and people are always asking me for the recipe. It's a great alternative to a rice salad.