European dinner party salad recipes

Tomato and watermelon soup by Ferrán Adriá

Do you know Ferrán Adriá? Yes, the world famous Spanish chef. Here's one of his simplest recipes. It is perfect…

Mesclun Mix with Goat Cheese, Apricots, Prosciutto and Vino Cotto (Vincotto)

This delicious salad is easy to prepare and makes a great presentation…

Grilled Tuna Steaks over Arugula Salad

I adapted this recipe from one in Cook's Illustrated and served it during a trip to San Luis Obispo with…

Shaved Brussels Sprout and Farro Salad

This recipe is adapted from one by Susan Spungen. I thought it was phenomenal. If you can't find Farro, you…

Greek Bread Salad

This recipe I found in Cook's County magazine and decided to try for dinner party. This salad has unique Mediterranean taste. I added toasted pita…

Salmorejo

A less known cousin of gazpacho, thicker but also refreshing.

Russian Salad "Oliv'e"

A russian version of a potato salad, very creamy and delicious!

Italian Shrimp Salad

Greek Artichoke Salad

A greek inspired zesty, tasty and quick to make salad for a picnic or a potluck.

Heirloom Tomato Caprese Salad

Heirloom tomato's are coming into season (as I'm writing this) - this is a wonderful dish for summertime picnics or a light weekend lunch. Also a…

Italian Penne Pasta Salad

I thought I’d try a new type of posts – since I read so many food blogs myself, I always end up bookmarking tons of recipes I want to try. You can…

Grandma Lipschitz's Chopped Herring Salad

My grandmother taught my wife how to make this old fashioned eastern European classic. Serve it as a salad on a…

Crab salpicón

A light and refreshing crab salad typical from Northwestern Spain, breeze from the Atlantic sea on your plate!

DRUNKEN ROASTED PEARS WITH BLUE CHEESE, CRANBERRIES AND HONEY

Adapted from Ina Garten My DRUNKEN ROASTED PEARS WITH BLUE CHEESE, CRANBERRIES AND HONEY creation is a…

Ceasar Salad