Blackberry Salmon Salad Recipe

Blackberry Salmon Salad Recipe

Blackberry Champagne Salmon, round two!

I love leftovers and extending meals throughout the week. Everyone likes to save money, and using leftovers in a new way makes "cents." :)

Our children, on the other hand, are not a fan of leftovers. Maybe it is the word "leftover" that turns them off. It's funny to watch as they stare at the open refrigerator pondering whether new food will magically appear, until I mention, "Hey, there's leftover salmon in the frig." They wrinkle their noses. Little do they know that many of our weekly meals are reconstituted leftovers in some form;)

When I saw the leftover Blackberry Champagne Salmon from the night before, I immediately thought of this lovely light salad with mixed greens, crisp cucumbers, sweet strawberries and blackberries, and fresh tomatoes, all adorned with a tangy Blackberry Poppyseed Dressing, just perfect for Mom. (Our children and my husband are not fans of salads either, but don't worry, they found something else to eat:) Leftovers, check!

If you are looking for a tasty meal for double duty the next day, consider making this delicious Blackberry Champagne Salmon (featuring Cherchies® Champagne Mustard, Cherchies® Blackberry Preserves, and Cherchies® Garlic Seasoning Blend) on day one, then use the leftovers in this flavorful salad the next day. You will not be disappointed.

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Ingredients

• 1 small package of mixed greens

• 1/2 medium seedless cucumber, chopped

• 1/4 small red onion, finely chopped

• 1/2 pint of strawberries, sliced

• 1/2-pint grape tomatoes

• 1/2-pint blackberries

• leftover Blackberry Champagne Salmon

• Blackberry Poppyseed Vinaigrette (below)

Vinaigrette

• Zest of one lemon

• Juice from 1 lemon

• 1 Tablespoon (Tbsp) Cherchies® Seedless Blackberry Preserves

• 1 Tablespoon (Tbsp) Cherchies® Champagne Mustard

• 1 Tablespoon Canola Oil

•  1/4 cup sugar

• 2 teaspoons (tsp) poppy seeds

• 2 Tablespoons (Tbsp) white vinegar

Preparation

In a large bowl, combine salad ingredients. Mix all ingredients for the vinaigrette in a small bowl (this recipe makes about a cup of vinaigrette, so you'll have more for later). Right before serving, add salmon and drizzle a couple of Tablespoons of vinaigrette (according to preference) over the salad. Enjoy!

Blackberry Poppyseed Vinaigrette Recipe

Blackberry Poppyseed Vinaigrette Recipe

This vinaigrette is light and refreshing, and the combination of blackberries and lemon makes this the perfect summer salad dressing.

Ingredients 

• Zest of one lemon
• Juice from 1 lemon
• 1 Tablespoon (Tbsp) Cherchies® Seedless Blackberry Preserves
• 1 Tablespoon (Tbsp) Cherchies® Champagne Mustard
• 1 Tablespoon Canola Oil
•  1/4 cup sugar
• 2 teaspoons (tsp) poppy seeds
• 2 Tablespoons (Tbsp) white vinegar

Preparation

In a large bowl, zest lemon.  Slice lemon in half and squeeze juice into the bowl. Add the remaining ingredients and whisk together, until well blended.

Serve with your favorite salad.

Enjoy!

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Egg Salad Stuffed Shells Recipe

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Egg Salad Stuffed Shells Recipe

A perfect luncheon treat, hors d'oeuvre, or salad.

Ingredients

• 16-20 jumbo pasta shells
• 1/3 cup sour cream
• 2 Tablespoons (Tbsp.)  Cherchies Champagne Mustard (for a spicier version, try our Cherchies Hot Banana Pepper Mustard)
• 2 Tablespoons (Tbsp.) Cherchies Pretty Peppers, well drained
• 2 Tablespoons (Tbsp.) capers, drained
• 3/4 cup chopped celery
• 3 Tablespoons (Tbsp.) chopped green onions
• 6 hard boiled eggs, peeled and chopped
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Cherchies Lime 'n Pepper Seasoning
• Bibb Lettuce Washed and separated

Preparation

Cook pasta shells per package directions.  Remove pasta shells individually to avoid tearing.  Immerse shells in cold water until completely cooled, drain well, and pat dry.  

In a medium bowl, combine sour cream with Cherchies Champagne Mustard.

Add the Pretty Peppers, capers, celery, onions, chopped hard boiled eggs, salt and pepper, and Cherchies Pepper 'n Lime Seasoning.  Stir until completely blended.

Fill each shell with egg mixture.   Arrange 1 or 2 lettuce leaves on individual plates.  Set 3 or 4 shells (or more if you're hungry...I'd opt for more, but that's just me) on each plate.   Enjoy!

Strawberry Spinach Salad Recipe

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Strawberry Spinach Salad Recipe

Originally posted in 2015. Updated pictures and content.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Difficulty: Easy

Serves: 8

Impress your guests with this lovely luncheon salad featuring spinach, Bibb lettuce, juicy ripe strawberries, eggs, onions, bacon, nuts, and a delightfully tangy Champagne Vinaigrette.

Add cooked chicken for a hearty meal.

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Ingredients

• 1/2 head of Bibb Lettuce

• 3 bunches of fresh spinach

• 6 strawberries, sliced

• 1/4 cup chopped walnuts (can substitute pecans or almonds)

• 2 hard-boiled eggs, sliced

• 6 bacon slices, cooked and crumbled

• 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced

• Cherchies Champagne Vinaigrette Salad Dressing Recipe

Champagne Vinaigrette Ingredients

• 4 oz.  Cherchies Champagne Mustard (could substitute Cherchies Cranberry Mustard)

• 2 oz.  Cherchies® Cranberry Preserve with Champagne (Could substitute Cherchies® Cherry Butter Spread or Cherchies® Strawberry Butter Spread)

• 2 oz. Balsamic vinegar

• 2 oz. Extra virgin olive oil

• 2 oz. Cranberry juice

Preparations
Mix ingredients for the vinaigrette in a small bowl. Set aside.

Wash and tear lettuce and spinach into bite-sized pieces.  Toss together all ingredients except bacon and vinaigrette.  Chill.  Before serving, toss salad with vinaigrette and sprinkle bacon on top.

Enjoy!