Salads Archives - Jackie Newgent

hot madras curried tofu salad

by Jackie Newgent | May 11, 2026 | 1 Comment

I used to regularly make this Hot Madras Curried Tofu Salad eons ago…then for some reason I forgot about it. Luckily, I rediscovered and fell back in love with it as it brings together bold spice, creamy texture, and vibrant freshness in one colorful plant-filled dish. You’ll definitely want to try this recipe soon!

two-in-a-bowl black and white bean salad

by Jackie Newgent | April 3, 2026 | 1 Comment

I’m on a bean kick lately…especially cool beans! So, here’s my newest bean salad creation! It’s a vibrant, two-in-one salad where each side holds its own—creamy white beans and earthy black beans—tied together with fresh herbs, velvety avocado, charry orange bell pepper and a bright lemon-lime vinaigrette that makes the whole bowl sing. It’s a visually striking, flavor-layered dish that feels both abundant and refreshing.

tuscan-inspired harvest pasta salad bowl

by Jackie Newgent | August 31, 2025 | 1 Comment

This Tuscan-Inspired Harvest Pasta Salad Bowl with a creamy rosemary pumpkin dressing is packed with fall flavors, roasted veggies, and wholesome crunch—perfect for cozy gatherings or meal prep.

pan-asian veggie potsticker salad

by Jackie Newgent | June 25, 2025 | 1 Comment

Say goodbye to dull salads—this Pan-Asian Veggie Potsticker Salad is a flavorful, filling meal that checks the boxes: fresh and crisp, and full of flavor and meal appeal. It’s a delicious combination of warm potstickers (also known as gyoza or dumplings), fresh salad greens, multi-colored vegetables, creamy edamame, and fragrant herbs like mint and cilantro.

pan-charred corn, orzo and arugula salad

by Jackie Newgent | June 28, 2024 | 6 Comments

pan-charred corn, orzo & greens salad in white bowl with fork

When I start seeing fresh local corn at the farmers market, this pan-charred corn, orzo and arugula salad is the very first thing I make! It’s refreshing, satisfying, and has that sweet-savory craveability. The sweet is from the corn, which becomes sweeter from sautéing it until caramelized (browned). The savory is from everything else. The pepperiness from the greens and the citrus zing from the combination of lemon and lime juices make this extra mmm…emorable.