Now that Summer is officially in full swing, it's time we turned our attention to salad. Although I eat salad all year long, I have twice as many during the warmer months. They require no cooking and are a great way to use the season's best produce. To inspire you, I've rounded up our most scrumptious salad recipes. Read more

In California, we've been getting some awesomely delicious avocados lately. Chalk it up to avocado season, which runs from Spring to Fall. Even if you don't live in the Golden State, chances are, that green fruit you're savoring is from here anyway. 90 percent of the nation's crop comes out of California. From sandwiches and salads to salsas and other tropical-tinged flavor combinations, avocado Read more

This week, SavvySugar challenged you to bring your lunch to work, and now I'm chiming in. It's 2011, why not bring your lunch to work, at least a couple days per week? Not only is it a wonderful way to save money, but it's also great for eating a more healthy diet. Since I always bring my lunch to work, I thought I'd inspire you with some of my favorite lunch recipes. Read more

Salads are a mainstay of my workweek lunch, and now that I'm trying to bring lunch from home more often, I'm always on the lookout for tasty and new combinations. And what's better than salads that showcase the offerings at Winter farmers markets? Check out five amazing salad combos that make in-season fruits and vegetables the stars! Source: Flickr User citymama Read more

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Looking to sit down for a few more picnics before Summer slips away? Then slip some healthy foods into your picnic basket. From healthy dips to drinks and desserts, I've rounded up 10 tasty treats that will treat you better in the long run. So ditch the old picnic standbys like potato salad, fried chicken, and potato chips and dig into these healthy alternatives. Source: Thinkstock Read more

A recent chat with Food Network star and healthy eating expert Ellie Krieger didn't just get me excited for healthy grilling; it also inspired me to think outside the box when it comes to Summer salads. Ellie offered tons of great suggestions on expanding my salad repertoire, and I threw in a few of my own ideas for good measure. Tired of the same old leaves and greens? Rev up your romance with Read more

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