Avocado, Corn & Black Bean Salad
This Avocado, Corn & Black Bean Salad is kind of a dip and kind of a salad. We mainly eat it with blue corn tortilla chips as a side to grilled burgers or barbecued chicken. But we also love to grab a fork and eat …
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Salads
Sesame Lime Shrimp Salad
Sesame Lime Shrimp Salad is a super flavorful spring and summertime salad! A good many years ago I created this recipe — kind of accidentally– out of sheer necessity! I had some leftover boiled shrimp and needed to come up with a quick lunch to …
Easy Caesar Salad
This Easy Caesar Salad is a great addition to a solid collection of salad recipes! Super quick– just throw together the homemade dressing and then toss with chopped romaine lettuce and some croutons. I like to add roasted sunflower kernels and a squeeze of lemon …
Salad with Homemade Greek Dressing
This Salad with Homemade Greek Dressing is just a simple green salad that really showcases a homemade dressing that is delicious on a variety of different salads! This Greek dressing is amazing on a green salad with tomatoes, red or green onion, Kalamata olives, and …
Jalapeno Ranch Coleslaw
This Jalapeno Ranch Coleslaw is crispy, slightly spicy, and full of flavor! The homemade ranch is simply delicious and is easy to throw together with pantry staples that kept on hand. You will use this dressing on more than just coleslaw! I also love it …
Summer Corn Salad
Bursting with flavor, this Summer Corn Salad is a great side dish for barbecue, burgers, or grilled chicken. My family also enjoys it alongside pizza! Using fresh, frozen, or even canned white corn, I know you will love it as much as my family and …
Creole Potato Salad
A staple side dish at many Marino family cookouts and summer barbecues, this Creole Potato Salad is simply delectable. So move over, bland mayonnaise-y potato salad as this one packs a punch! An old Southern Living magazine recipe that I have been making for over …
Tuna Stuffed Shells
When you want a delicious, simple summer lunch, these Tuna Stuffed Shells are the ticket! Creamy avocado is added to a slightly spicy tuna salad then stuffed into jumbo pasta shells. Super easy and super special. Really an upgrade for a summer lunch or light …
Smoked Almond Chicken Salad
This Smoked Almond Chicken Salad is a dressed up version of the classic chicken salad. Such a versatile dish and so easy to whip up! Everyone’s favorite any time of year, especially in the warmer months. As always, use the best quality ingredients that you …
Tuna Pasta Salad
Tuna Pasta Salad is my family’s ultimate lake lunch. And one of my treasured family recipes. Also known as “TPS”, this dish is a delicious cold pasta salad that is the perfect summertime staple in the Marino house! Over the years my children and their …
Quick Pickled Red Onions
These Quick Pickled Red Onions are such a great addition to so many dishes. From tacos to sandwiches to salads, they add a flavorful bright crunch! A bit salty, a bit sweet, a bit spicy…and oh so easy! All you need is a red onion, …
Harvest Slaw with Balsamic Dressing
This Harvest Slaw with Balsamic Dressing is a fantastic addition to a fall menu. Full of honeycrisp apples, cranberries, spiced pecans and sunflower seeds and topped with feta, spiced nuts, and a tangy balsamic dressing. Healthy, easy and delicious! Although I shred two different kinds …