Leafy Greens
Stir-Fried Spinach with Ginger and Garlic
Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.
Radicchio, Fontina, and Goat Cheese Pizza
Fresh fennel adds crunch and goat cheese lends tang to this meatless pizza.
Herbed Hamburgers with Arugula
Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.
Warm Teriyaki Beef Salad
Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.
Red Cabbage Coleslaw
Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less but requires additional unattended time.
Arugula Pesto Potato Salad
Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.
Grilled-Onion Salad with Mixed Greens and Goat Cheese
Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.
Cauliflower and Spinach Vinaigrette
Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.
Makes use of the microwave oven.
Lettuce and Pea Soup
Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.
Spinach, Prosciutto and Red Bell Pepper Crostini
The crostini can be assembled two hours ahead of time. Cover and refrigerate until ready to broil and serve.
Romaine with Oranges and Black Olives
Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.
Spinach, Pear and Pancetta Salad
A lovely first-course salad. Pears contribute sweetness to the dish; the Italian bacon called pancetta adds a nice salty crunch.
Parmesan Walnut Salad in Endive Leaves
Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.
Spinach-Bacon Roll-Ups
A perfect accompaniment for cocktails. Most of the prep work here can be done ahead.
Grilled Chicken Salad with Greens and Balsamic Dressing
Variations on the grilled chicken salad were everywhere in recent years. Likewise, balsamic vinegar dressings and marinades often turned up on menus, olivada (olive paste) became a pantry staple, packaged salad greens were popular convenience items, and fennel and radicchio became regulars in the produce bins.