Salads - Hostess At Heart

Fresh Avocado Salsa with Corn and Black Beans

Julie Menghini — Sat, 07 Mar 2026 23:33:12 +0000

Prep Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 20 minutes | Servings: 8 This Fresh Avocado Salsa with Corn and Black Beans is one of those recipes that does it all. Serve it as an appetizer with tortilla chips, spoon it over tacos or burritos, pile it into a burrito bowl, or just grab a fork...

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Three Bean Salad – Easy, No-Cook Side Dish Everyone Loves

Julie Menghini — Thu, 05 Mar 2026 18:10:38 +0000

When it comes to easy side dishes that feed a crowd, this three bean salad is at the top of my list. No cooking, no fuss — just a big, hearty bowl that everyone reaches for first. This classic 3 bean salad has been a staple at summer cookouts and holiday tables for generations, and...

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Cashew Asian Cabbage Salad Recipe

Julie Menghini — Fri, 20 Feb 2026 19:04:54 +0000

If you’re looking for a cabbage salad recipe that’s as pretty as it is delicious, you’ve found it! This Cashew Asian Cabbage Salad is packed with crunchy raw veggies and topped with a homemade ginger dressing that is so good, you’ll want to put it on everything. The best part? There’s zero cooking involved. This...

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Mardi Gras Salad – Boozy Fresh Fruit Salad Recipe

Julie Menghini — Mon, 26 Jan 2026 15:14:52 +0000

My famous Mardi Gras salad recipe is a boozy tropical fruit salad that tastes just like a New Orleans Hurricane cocktail! This colorful party dish combines fresh pineapple, strawberries, oranges, and berries with a rum-spiked honey-lime dressing that’s absolutely irresistible. The best part? It only takes about 20 minutes to prepare, then just 30 minutes...

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Easy Tortellini Pasta Salad Recipe

Julie Menghini — Tue, 13 May 2025 16:20:50 +0000

Looking for a simple but tasty dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights or summer picnics? This tortellini pasta salad is just what you need! It’s packed with yummy veggies, cheese-filled pasta, and a tangy dressing that brings everything together. The best part? You can make it ahead of time and it tastes even better the...

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Mediterranean Cucumber Tomato Salad Recipe

Julie Menghini — Mon, 14 Apr 2025 15:34:19 +0000

Our Mediterranean Cucumber Tomato Salad is bright, fresh, and full of flavor. It mixes crunchy veggies with tangy feta cheese. All of this is tossed in a zesty lemon vinaigrette. It’s the perfect summer dish that’s super healthy and takes just minutes to make. Great with grilled food or on its own! You cannot go...

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Italian Tomato Mozzarella Salad Recipe (Classic Caprese)

Julie Menghini — Fri, 13 Sep 2024 14:56:38 +0000

Nothing tastes fresher than homegrown tomatoes ripening on the vine and finding their way into dinner. I have some beautiful tomatoes ripening right now, and we are enjoying all the different ways they can be used — from burgers to salsa to eating them right off the vine, I’m in tomato heaven! It’s the perfect...

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Easy Caramel Apple Salad Recipe (4 Ingredients)

Julie Menghini — Thu, 05 Sep 2024 19:19:55 +0000

This Caramel Apple Salad recipe is creamy and delicious. With only four ingredients, it’s quick, easy, and perfect for gatherings or potlucks. Just like our Fruit Cocktail Salad and Cherry Fluff recipes, our quick and easy Caramel Apple Salad recipe makes a large batch with simple ingredients. We’ll show you how to make this timeless...

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Quinoa Black Bean Salad Recipe (with Lemon Dressing)

Julie Menghini — Wed, 03 Jul 2024 15:23:40 +0000

Have you ever paid an astronomical price for a salad at the local market only to discover it is amazing and addicting? That’s what happened to me with this salad! This simple, clean-tasting Quinoa Black Bean Salad with lemon dressing is so delicious you will want to make it every single week. The bright citrus...

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Easy Homemade Chicken Gyro Recipe (Healthy Options)

Julie Menghini — Tue, 11 Jun 2024 14:09:30 +0000

One of my favorite Greek restaurant meals is shaved and seasoned meat called Gyro used to make sandwiches on pita bread. Imagine my delight when I learned that you can make chicken with the same flavors at home. Quick and delicious, our homemade Easy Chicken Gyro Recipe comes together in minutes. While slow-cooked Greek gyro...

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