Inspired by Zupas “Nourish Bowl”, this salad will satisfy your craving for something healthy with lots of fresh flavor in a bowl! Our Zupas Nourish Bowl Copycat Recipe is easy to make, and can also be made as a meatless meal (see recipe notes). I recently had dinner at Zupas, a local Utah-grown chain restaurant that serves salads, soup, sandwiches, and now “bowls”. I visited Zupas to meet a friend for lunch, and since it was freezing and January, I decided to try an item from the newly unveiled bowl menu. The Nourish Bowl included ingredients I love, so I ordered and sat down, not sure exactl ..read more

Looking for a light, fresh, flavor filled pasta salad? This salad has been on the Foster family table for years at many holiday events from Easter to summer barbecues! Orzo Salad with Fresh Lemon and Chive Dressing is not your run-of-the-mill pasta salad. A side dish stand-out in a sea of traditional pasta salad recipes! Orzo is a small, rice shaped pasta, often served in place of rice or potatoes as a side dish. In this recipe, the pasta is so small, I often have guests ask if it’s rice! Because the pasta is so small, be careful to follow recipe and package directions to cook just until don ..read more

The humble Seven Layer Salad Recipe just got a refresh! For years I’ve thought about posting this recipe, but wanted to give it an upgrade first, and it finally happened. This is my 2023 version of this beloved salad, just in time for summer!  Seven layer salad, often served in a trifle dish, originated in the southern part of the US back in the 50’s. I wasn’t around in the 50’s, but I do remember this salad at many potlucks and church dinners in the 70’s and early 80’s. Romaine lettuce, grape tomatoes, English cucumbers, fresh green beans, bacon, more green onions, grated cheese The ori ..read more

“How do you come up with all of these recipes?” It’s a question I am asked at least weekly! My latest recipe for Pomegranate, Burrata and Avocado Salad came about when I was writing up menus for 4 holiday parties in one week just before Christmas. Out of convenience, I decided to make the same salad recipe for all of the dinners. I started with kale, which I thought would be the perfect accompaniment to rich holiday dishes, and a festive combination of pomegranates, pistachios and burrata. This base recipe is one I made three, maybe four? years ago for a baby shower but never posted. It is si ..read more

Salads and summer go hand-in-hand! Our 20 best easy summer salads are the perfect recipes for any barbecue, picnic or gathering this season. Fresh Corn and Tomato Salad I love summer dinners! We start with grilled meat, chicken, or fish; make a side or two and serve with some good crusty bread for dinner. Easy to make sides and salads are my choice when I’m planning a meal on a warm summer night. I’ve rounded up all of our very favorite salad recipes in this post… Our Fresh Corn and Tomato Salad (photo above) is my all-time favorite summer salad. It captures all of the goodness of the end of ..read more

Aunt Di’s Almost German Potato Salad is the best potato salad you’ll ever eat. Bold statement, right? But true. I’ve never eaten another potato salad that compares to this one! This recipe came from my Aunt Di’s mother, Alma Dorothea Franz. Grandma Franz was born in Hamburg Germany and immigrated to America where she was later married. My Aunt Di told me this salad was similar to German potato salad, because it was served warm, but her mother added mayonnaise, which made it more similar to American potato salads. I think the combination is positively heavenly! I lived with my aunt and uncle ..read more

Are you looking for a salad that doesn’t wilt easily? Caesar Pasta Salad is THE salad for entertaining. It’s easy to make, doesn’t wilt and absolutely everyone loves it! Made with pasta, Romaine lettuce, tomatoes (optional), Parmesan cheese, Caesar dressing and croutons. There is a reason this salad continues to be a favorite among ABK readers and we continue to make it year after year! This salad was made for serving to large groups. I first started to make this salad back when I regularly attended missionary farewell and homecomings for my kids’ friends. It can be served as a side dish, or ..read more

Our Quick and Easy Chicken and Black Bean Taco Salad is the perfect blend of crisp lettuce, chicken, black beans, cheese and an easy homemade dressing! We are a taco loving family. If you’ve been here a while, you’ve probably tried some of our favorites: Tacos al Pastor, Lone Star Taqueria Fish Tacos, Navajo Tacos, and South of the Border Taco Platter to name a few! Easy Navajo Tacos with Indian Fry Bread Tacos are one of my regular rotation dinners because they are quick, easy and who doesn’t love a good taco (or taco salad)?! Our Chicken and Black Bean Taco Salad is so good for meal prep as ..read more

Claudean’s Cherry Jello is legendary in our home, it is, in fact, The Best Cherry Jello ever. Sweet and creamy, it melts in your mouth and is as delicious on a hot summer day as it is on your Thanksgiving table! I know you’re thinking, really, JELLO? In our part of the country, Jello is usually present at most family dinners, church gatherings, funerals, parties, etc. You can’t hardly live in Utah without having at least one good Jello recipe under your belt. I remember visiting Utah when I was young and my Aunt making Jello dishes. I marveled at the variety of ingredients and the way the swe ..read more

Gorgonzola Pecan Crunch Salad with Hazelnut Vinaigrette is the perfect salad for any occasion. My favorite feature of this salad is the caramelized pecans, which are a tiny bit spicy from the light sprinkle of cayenne! I’ve been making this salad for years and it never fails me. Always the perfect side salad or even main dish salad! It is made with greens, grapes, pecans, bacon (optional) and a bit of gorgonzola cheese, so the ingredients are accessible any time of the year. The dressing is light and a bit sweet, so it appeals to most palates. I have yet to meet a person who doesn’t love this ..read more