Summer = Salads

Who doesn't love eating salads in the summer? They are so refreshing cool. Although it hasn't been super hot around here lately, I have been busy in the kitchen trying out some new salads. Not just your typical green veggie salads I am speaking of, but potato salad & pasta salads. I was inspired by our friend's Liz potato salad made with a vinaigrette as opposed to the traditional mayo. The red wine vinaigrette was delicious. I found a  similar recipe keeper online from Rachel Ray - Grilled Corn-and-Red Potato Salad. I also just made a tortellini salad. I never thought to use tortellini, what an excellent idea. They cook in minutes and are so tasty. This salad calls for a balsamic dressing, so good! Both of these are best the next day when all the flavors have had a chance to blend together.


Happy Salad making!