The Perfect Organic Salad by Kimberly

Love this summer/fall salad! All organic veggies from the farms of the North Fork, Long Island - NY.

Chicken and Spring Mix Salad with Spicy Pineapple Dressing by jason kim

We have been meaning to do something light and healthy for a while now after our consecutive (more like week long) meat-eating spree, so we wanted to do some sort of salad that could be filling as well as healthy for you. Lucky for us, we found a great recipe in this month's issue of Cooking Light that not only provided something…

Fresh Garden Salad with Balsamic Marinade by Salad Foodie

A summertime side with plenty of garden vegetables in a pleasant balsamic marinade. Add grilled meat or fish and dessert and dinner is a cinch. Allow 30-60 minutes marinating time before serving (though it can be made ahead and refrigerated up to 24 hours if preferred.)

Four C Coleslaw by Salad Foodie

This is my version of a coleslaw I tasted many years ago at a catered event. It's close but not precisely the same. However it's a refreshing change from those familiar too-creamy coleslaws. The salad base is made up of 4 vegetables that start with the letter C, hence the recipe name. Cabbage, corn, cucumber, and cilantro team up…

Salmon Chopped Salad by Carolinaheartstrings

I decided that we would start the New Year on a healthier note for ourselves and our Carolina HeartStrings “fans” and in an effort to do that I decided to make my first recipe a chopped salad. On a visit to the Big Apple this summer one of my favorite places was called Chop’t Creative Salad Company. OH MY! So much to chose from and…

Pico De Gallo by Carolinaheartstrings

I am a Mexican food fiend and nothing makes me happier than a big bowl of pico de gallo and chips. This is such an easy recipe and you can make it mild, medium or spicy depending on what you prefer. I like spicy, so jalapeno peppers are for me, but you could add habanero peppers if you like a lot of heat!

Reduced Fat Pumpkin Cookies by Brittany Hoverman

Shallot Herb Grilled Corn by Carolinaheartstrings

My immersion blender came with a small bowl and attachment that allows it to work like a food processor. I love it. It is great for small quantities such as this margarine rub for corn. I had a smidgeon of the mixture left over and used it on a grilled cheese sandwich. Yum!

Zucchini And Cilantro Dip by Robyn Savoie

Zucchini, non-fat cottage cheese and cilantro combine for a fresh-tasting dip that's equally delicious with vegetables and low-fat chips. Try vegetables such as jicama, celery, zucchini sticks and pea pods.

Eggplant-Mushroom Sandwiches by RecipeKing

Eggplant-Mushroom Sandwiches-is a delicious, easy and quick (25) minute outdoor grilling recipe. Main ingredients: Portobello mushrooms, eggplant, arugula and tomato on whole wheat bread. A low calories, low fat, low cholesterol, low sugars, low carbohydrates, vegetarian, diabetic and Weight Watchers (6) PointsPlus recipe.

Lemon~Minced Garlic Sauteed Brussels Sprouts by "Cheffie Cooks"

Flavorful side dish to any main entrée.

Broccoli & Cheddar Gratin by "Cheffie Cooks"

Wonderful side dish with any main entrée.

Homemade Lemon~Vinegar Pickles by "Cheffie Cooks"

Easy recipe for homemade pickles, great with sandwiches.

Grilled Corn Wheels-Peppers by "Cheffie Cooks"

Another great, easy side dish, delicious at any function! My family loves these.

Lemony Asparagus with Almonds by Kyle Dalakas

Lemony Asparagus with almonds is an easy, healthy and delicious veggie side dish. Try this with your dinner tonight!