Lunch

Grilled Chicken Chopped Kale Salad & Honey Dill Vinaigrette –

Grilled Chicken Chopped Kale Salad & Honey Dill Vinaigrette It’s officially salad season! The weekend farmer’s markets are overflowing with fresh produce, and the warm temperatures have me craving all the light, refreshing foods. This past weekend, we packed up the stroller and headed to our local farmers market before spending the day at the

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Grilled Romaine Caesar Salad – Budget Bytes

Caesar salads are one of my favorite meals. I love the crunchy lettuce and the tangy dressing with a big burst of umami. It’s light-yet-filling and truly addictive. When I want to put a fun twist on it, this Grilled Romaine Caesar Salad recipe always wows my dinner guests. The lettuce chars and adds a

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Dill Pickle Pasta Salad – Budget Bytes

If there are two things I’ll never say no to, it’s pickles and pasta salad. So naturally, combining the two was only a matter of time! This easy Dill Pickle Pasta Salad is tangy, creamy, and loaded with the crunchy, salty goodness pickle lovers dream of (plus crumbled bacon and sharp cheddar because I couldn’t

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Classic Tuna Salad Recipe – Budget Bytes

Tuna salad can be really delicious when it’s done right. My Classic Tuna Salad recipe has all the basics plus a few upgrades like walnuts and a hit of lemon, which makes this recipe a far cry from the gloopy mess I remember from childhood lunches. I’ve also included a few tips for making a

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Elote (Street Corn) Pasta Salad

There’s nothing like the bright, smoky flavors of summer in a dish, and this Elote-Style Street Corn Pasta Salad brings them all to the table. I’m talking sweet corn with a little char, zesty lime, smoky chipotle, and creamy queso fresco all cozied up with tender pasta. It’s fresh, colorful, and the kind of dish

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Green Bean Salad – Budget Bytes

I’ve had a soft spot for green beans ever since I was a kid. One of my childhood memories is sitting at the kitchen table with my mom, snapping beans over a newspaper. Back then, we’d stew them until they were super soft. These days, I still love green beans, but I enjoy their bright,

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Vegan

Marinated Tomato Salad | It Doesn’t Taste Like Chicken

Make the most of juicy summer tomatoes with this easy Marinated Tomato Salad. Whether they’re homegrown or straight from the farmers market, ripe tomatoes taste even better tossed in a garlicky red wine vinaigrette with fresh basil. It’s summer simplicity at its best. There’s not that can beat the flavor of sun-ripened tomatoes in summer,

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Grilled Peach Salad – Budget Bytes

I’ll never forget the time I stayed with my Great Aunt Mary Lou in NYC. As a thank-you, I did what I do best: I cooked for her! I made her a delicious salad with blueberries, goat cheese, and balsamic vinaigrette. She had never tried fruit in a salad before and was instantly hooked! Inspired

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Macaroni Salad (Classic Summer Comfort Food)

I think it’s safe to say Macaroni Salad is a summer potluck or BBQ staple. Like, if I turned up and didn’t see a big ol’ bowl of classic macaroni salad on the table, I’d honestly be a little concerned. It’s cold, creamy, carby, and totally nostalgic. The kind of side dish that just belongs

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Antipasto Pasta Salad – Budget Bytes

This Antipasto Pasta Salad takes all the classic flavors of Italian antipasto and turns them into a hearty lunch or easy side dish. Instead of arranging cured meats, cheeses, and marinated veggies on a platter as an appetizer, I toss everything together with tender pasta and a zesty Italian dressing. It’s fresh enough for summer

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