Warm toasted walnuts, Craisins, feta cheese, and red onion on a bed of crisp mixed greens give this salad a festive feeling of fall. Tossed in a balsamic vinaigrette dressing, this dish is satisfying for a light lunch or perfect as the starter for your holiday meal. …

With Labor day just a week away, suddenly it feels like fall is approaching. School has begun, cooler temperatures have finally arrived, swimming pools are closing, and the locusts have started singing. Before long the grills will be put away, and “oven season” will be upon us. …

Mild goat cheese melts together perfectly with the tender sweet flavor of roasted beets, while arugula offers a hint of tang, making this sandwich come alive with flavor. This twist on the classic grilled cheese is sure to please the veggie lover in your home.

A traditional Indian favorite, pakora is a delicious snack food made of vegetables coated in a pancake like batter and deep-fried to a golden color. Known as bhajji or bajji in the southern regions of India, this dish is also widely popular in Afghanistan and Pakistan. Pakistani …

Offering an amazing combination of flavors, this Asian inspired cool crunchy cucumber and toasted sesame seed salad is also very easy to make.

Hot or cold, for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, this spinach and cremini mushroom quiche is the answer for a light summer treat. Served with a side salad or fresh fruit, this “egg pie” makes a complete meal.