The Joy Of Eating Blog by Rachel Hartley, Registered Dietitian & Nutritionist — Registered Dietitian Columbia SC

Black Rice Salad with Crispy Kale and Caramelized Coconut Recipe

This black rice salad with crispy kale and caramelized coconut is the perfect side dish for simply roasted salmon. It’s tossed with an easy soy-sesame dressing.

Zucchini Chickpea Balls with Chopped Greek Salad

main, saladRachael HartleyJuly 22, 2015chickpeas, cucumber, grain free, Greek, peppers, Summer, tomatoes, zucchini Comments

Vegan Taco Salad with Tempeh Meat and Creamy Salsa Dressing Recipe

This vegan taco salad is made with tempeh, creamy salsa dressing and topped with crispy tortilla chips. It takes no time to prepare and is great for meal prep. The whole family will love this flavor-packed, plant based meal!

main, saladRachael HartleyJuly 20, 2015cashew, grain free, Mexican, olives, radish, tempeh Comments

Kale Tortilla Salad with Jalapeno-Lime Dressing

This cravable kale tortilla salad with jalapeno-lime dressing is the perfect lunch salad - hearty, satisfying and easy to make in advance.

main, saladRachael HartleyMay 19, 2015avocado, beans, cheddar, gluten free, kale, quick, tomatoes, tortillas Comments

Tropical Tofu Salad with Mango Macadamia Dressing

Tropical Tofu Salad is a vegan salad that is packed full of flavors and nutrients! You get omega-3’s and omega-6’s from the mango macadamia dressing, protein from the tofu, and a variety of vitamins and minerals from the jicama, avocado, and bell pepper. This nutrient dense salad will not only satisfy your body but also your taste buds!

main, salad, RecipeRachael HartleyApril 22, 2015avocado, grain free, jicama, lettuce, macadamia nuts, mango, peppers, Summer, tofu, vegan Comments

Collard Green Salad with Cornbread Croutons, Beets & Buttermilk Dressing

main, saladRachael HartleyFebruary 16, 2015baking, beans, beets, buttermilk, collards, fermented food, Southern, whole grain Comments

Chipotle Roasted Kabocha Squash and Kale Salad

Sweet and spicy chipotle roasted kabocha squash is pretty perfect on it's own, but tossed with kale, feta and toasted almonds, then drizzled with a lime dressing, it's new level delicious!

main, saladRachael HartleyOctober 6, 2014almonds, feta, grain free, kabocha squash, kale, winter squash Comments

Mason Jar Peach and Arugula Salad + A Giveaway!

Mason jar peach and arugula salad is the perfect way to use your bounty of perfect (preferably South Carolina) peaches! Pack it in a mason jar for a grab and go lunch!

main, salad, sides, Appetizers&SnacksRachael HartleySeptember 16, 2014arugula, goat cheese, grain free, peaches, Summer Comments

Tempeh BLT Salad with Kalamata Vinaigrette

This vegetarian tempeh BLT salad is all about the toppings! Smoky tempeh bacon, gorgonzola cheese, juicy tomatoes, crisp cucumbers and hard boiled eggs! It’s a super satisfying salad!

main, salad, RecipeRachael HartleyJune 30, 2014basil, blue cheese, eggs, olives, tempeh, tomatoes, Recipe Comments

Vegan Egg Salad Recipe

This vegan egg salad recipe is so easy to make and is packed with flavor from fresh dill, parsley, crisp carrots and tofu. Tofu has the texture and flavor of hard boiled egg whites so it makes the perfect substitute for this recipe. Serve this vegan egg salad stuffed into a sandwich, on top of a bed or greens, or as a snack with crackers.

main, salad, Appetizers&SnacksRachael HartleySeptember 5, 2013grain free, quick, tofu Comments

Fig and Prosciutto Salad Recipe

Celebrate seasonal figs with this simple fig and prosciutto salad recipe with goat cheese and an easy sherry vinaigrette! My mom has a couple big fig trees in her front year, which is good motivation to visit in the summer when they're free for the picking. You'll love the combination of sweet, jammy figs and salty prosciutto in this salad.

main, salad, Appetizers&SnacksRachael HartleyAugust 13, 2013fig, goat cheese, grain free, greens, Summer, gluten free, Recipe Comments

Middle Eastern Eggplant and Wheat Berry Salad Recipe

This Middle Eastern eggplant and wheat berry salad is a quick and easy meal that is ideal for a grab and go lunch or a sit down dinner with friends. This salad is packed with flavor by using a za’atar spice blend, cilantro, parsley and cumin that pairs perfectly with the crumbled feta topping.

main, saladRachael HartleyJuly 31, 2013chickpeas, eggplant, feta, Middle Eastern, Summer, tomatoes, whole grain Comment

Cornbread Salad with Buttermilk Lime Dressing

main, salad, Appetizers&SnacksRachael HartleyJuly 26, 2013buttermilk, fermented food, Southern, Summer, tomatoes, whole grain Comments

Heirloom Chopped Caprese Salad

Make the most of summer's best tomatoes with this heirloom chopped caprese salad. Feel free to use this recipe as a template. Add toasted bread cubes to make a panzanella salad. Add white beans or tofu cubes to increase the protein content. Serve over arugula or mixed greens or chopped cucumber to add more veggies. It's a perfect make ahead for picnics!

main, saladRachael HartleyJuly 12, 2013grain free, mozzarella, olives, pesto, tomatoes, Summer, gluten free, summerComment

The Best Chopped Side Salad

The BEST chopped side salad recipe! It’s not your ordinary boring old side salad with just tomatoes and cucumbers. This simple chopped side salad is made with chopped greens tossed with crunchy radish and cucumber, sharp cheddar, creamy avocado, and nutty toasted walnut with a mustard vinaigrette. Bring this chopped side salad to your next cookout!

main, salad, sidesRachael HartleyMay 23, 2013avocado, cheddar, cucumber, olives, quick, walnutsComment

My Two Favorite Salads with Seasonal Asparagus

Celebrate asparagus season with my two favorite salads featuring fresh from the farmer's market asparagus! First up, mixed greens topped with roasted asparagus, prosciutto and goat cheese. Next, a tapas inspired salad with grilled asparagus and chickpeas in a smoky paprika dressing with oil-packed tuna.

main, salad, Appetizers&SnacksRachael HartleyMay 16, 2013arugula, asparagus, chickpeas, goat cheese, Italian, proscuitto, Spanish, Spring, tunaComment

Simple Chicken Salad with Fennel and Yogurt Dressing Recipe

Brighten up the flavors of a simple chicken salad with a tangy yogurt dressing and crunchy, fresh fennel. This chicken salad recipe is simple and easy to prepare, making it a great addition to your weekly meal prep! You can eat it with crackers, as a sandwich, on top of a salad, or just by itself with a fork.

Crunchy Lentil and Brown Rice Salad with Honey-Citrus Tahini Dressing

This crunchy lentil and brown rice salad features my absolute favorite salad dressing! The honey-citrus tahini dressing is slightly sweet with a tart lemon kick and creamy texture! Make this salad with any of your favorite crunchy vegetables. This recipe features radish, celery, and red onion.

main, saladRachael HartleyMarch 18, 2013brown rice, feta, lentils, radish, tahini Comments

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