Summer salad season has commenced, and warm weather cooking is focused on easy fare with minimal heat and prep. My body always craves crunchy and fresh foods when the temperature rise, and I certainly try and avoid lengthy time in the kitchen. A classic wedge salad typically features iceberg lettuce, blue cheese dressing, and bacon - tasty but not very nutritious. For a more virtuous spin on the classic wedge, consider this salad which features yogurt ranch dressing and crunchy romaine lettuce along with other vegetables -all topped with smokey almonds.
Read moresweet potato wedges with cilantro lime yogurt
Roasted sweet potatoes are in heavy rotation in our household. They are simple to make, loaded with Vitamins A and C, and are usually a favorite of Jack’s - albeit that is a moving target these days. To amp up the nutritional mileage and add some protein into the mix, I made a cool and zippy yogurt sauce that compliments the sweetness of the potatoes and creates a more balanced side dish or snack.
Read morepotato party! crispy smashed potatoes with garlic herb yogurt and shiitake bacon
I am a huge potato gal, especially when they are simply roasted until crispy. For an elevated spin, crispy smashed potatoes get a delicious addition of garlicky herb yogurt, shiitake bacon, and lots of fresh parsley for a colorful and tasty side dish, snack, or super bowl centerpiece.
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