summer salad Archives - Jackie Newgent

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.

herbed orzo salad with charry red pepper and corn

by Jackie Newgent | April 30, 2022 | 0 Comments

This herbed orzo salad with charry red pepper and corn is one of my go-to summer sides that’s perfect for picnics or cookouts … or anytime. I love it just as is. But it’s a flexible salad in which you can toss in some extras, like leftover grilled veggies or cashew cheese.

tahini caesar-style salad with roasted carrot chips

by Jackie Newgent | August 23, 2021 | 6 Comments

This tahini caesar-style salad with roasted carrot chips is so enjoyable, it has become my go-to plant-based salad when I want something special (and when I just want salad!). What makes it special? It skips the egg yolks, anchovies, and parmesan cheese of traditional Caesar and swaps it with loads of plant-based flavor from tahini, tamari, lemon zest, and more. And then it gets topped with roasted carrot chips for a pop of color. You can sprinkle on extras, like toasted pine nuts and carrot tops, for extra crunch, flavor, or overall intrigue, too.

cool peanut soba noodles with grilled sweet peppers

by Jackie Newgent | August 3, 2021 | 1 Comment

This sassy recipe for cool peanut soba noodles with grilled sweet peppers is my newest nutty noodle obsession. (I know, I know … I do A LOT of noodle recipes.) But this cool version features a few Jackie-style cuisine tricks to make it extra special.

plant-based baby bella, poblano, and corn tacos

by Jackie Newgent | July 5, 2021 | 4 Comments

Meet my plant-based baby bella, poblano, and corn tacos. They’re my favorite way to indulge in tacos any day of the week! The sautéed baby bella mushrooms in the filling create meatiness … no meat required. And the remaining ingredients are soooo flavorful. Hello warm spices and caramelized poblano peppers and corn.