Mixed Vegetable Salad with Lime Dressing

Suggested Piece: 3 Qt Saucepan with Inset, 3.5 Qt Insulated Bowl

Ingredients
About 2 cups of any or all of the following:
- beets (#3 cone)
- carrots (#3 cone)
- potatoes (#3 cone)
- green beans (fresh or frozen, thawed)
- peas (fresh or frozen, thawed)
- radishes (#4 cone)
- cucumber (#3 cone)
- grape tomatoes, halved

Dressing
3 tbsp. lime juice (#1 cone)
1/2 c. olive oil
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. pepper
1 1/2 tbsp. cilantro, chopped

Garnishes
1 hard boiled egg (#3 cone)
1/2 red onion (#4 cone)
2 tbsp. feta cheese

Directions
Place 3.5 Insulated Bowl in refrigerator to cool. Process beets, carrots, and potatoes on #3 cone in Inset. Place Inset in 3 Qt. Saucepan over 1/2 in. water. Cook over medium heat until Vapo-Valve clicks, reduce heat to low and continue cooking for approx. 7 minutes (vegetable should be al dente, not mushy). Add cooked vegetables to pre-cooled 3.5 Qt Bowl. Add green beans, peas, radish, cucumber, and/or tomatoes. Top with desired garnishes. Add all dressing ingredients to a glass jar with lid, shake to combine. Pour dressing over salad just before serving. Thank you Rick Bayless for inspiring this dish!

Strawberry, Cucumber & Avocado Salsa

Go to https://recipes.saladmaster.com/recipe/strawberry-cucumber-avocado-salsa to learn how to make this tasty appetizer!

Broccoli Apple Salad

Suggested Piece: 3.5 Qt Insulated Bowl

Ingredients
4 c broccoli (#2 & #3 cones, approx 2 heads)
2 small gala apples (#3 cone)
1 c walnuts (#2 cone)
1 c carrots (#2 cone, approx 1 carrot)
1/2 c golden raisins or dried cranberries
1/4 c red onion (#2 cone, 1/4 onion)

Dressing:
3/4 c plain Greek yogurt
1/3 c mayonnaise
1 1/2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
3 tbsp honey or agave
1/4 tsp salt (more to taste)

Directions
In small mixing bowl whisk together all the ingredients for the dressing. Chill until ready to use. In 3.5 Qt Insulated Bowl process walnuts, broccoli stalks, carrots, and onion on #2 cone. Change to #3 cone to process broccoli florets and apples; add golden raisins. Pour in dressing and toss until evenly coated.

Spaghetti Pasta Salad

Suggested Piece: 11" Large Skillet & 6.5 Qt. Insulated Bowl

Ingredients
1 lb. thin spaghetti
2 tbsp. salt
2 cucumber (#3 cone)
1 orange pepper, seeded (#3 cone)
1/2 red onion (#4 cone)
10 oz. cherry tomatoes, halved
8 oz. mini pepperoni
4 oz. sliced black olives, drained
1/2 c. Parmesan or Pecorino Romano (#1 cone)
Dressing
1/2 c. EVOO
1/2 c. red wine vinegar
2 tbsp. Italian seasoning
2 tsp. sugar
1 garlic clove (#1 cone)
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. pepper

Directions

Cook the spaghetti according to the pack age directions in boiling water seasoned with 2 tbsp. salt. Drain, rinse and cool. Add the spaghetti to 6.5 Qt. Insulated Bowl with the cucumbers, orange bell pepper, red onion, cherry tomatoes, mini pepperoni, black olives, and cheese. In a small bowl whisk together the EVOO, red wine vinegar, Italian seasoning, sugar, garlic, salt, and pepper. Pour over the spaghetti mixture and toss to coat. Add more cheese, salt, and pepper to taste. Chill for 30 minutes up to overnight.

Egg Roll in a Bowl

Suggested Piece: 11" Large Skillet

Ingredients
2 tbsp. sesame oil
6 green onions, sliced (green & white parts divided)
1/2 red onion (#2 cone)
5 cloves garlic (#1 cone)
1 lb. ground pork
1 tsp. fresh ginger (#1 cone)
2 - 3 tbsp. sriracha
1/2 head green cabbage (#4 cone)
1 carrot (#1 cone)
3 tbsp. coconut aminos
1 tbsp. rice wine vinegar
Salt and pepper to taste

Creamy Chili Sauce
1/4 c. Mayonnaise
Sriracha
Salt to taste

Garnish
Black sesame seeds 
Green parts of onion

Directions
Heat sesame oil in skillet over medium heat. Add white parts of onions, diced red onion, and garlic; saute until soft. Add ground pork (degreased), grated ginger, 1 tbsp. sriracha, and heat through. Add green cabbage, carrot, coconut aminos, rice wine vinegar, salt and pepper; cook stirring regularly until cabbage is tender. Meanwhile, in a small bowl whisk together 1/4 c. mayonnaise and 1 - 2 tbsp. sriracha. Add a pinch of salt to taste. Plate cabbage and pork, drizzle with sauce, and garnish with sesame seeds and green parts of onion.

Herb Cucumber & Tomato Salad

Suggested Piece: 3.5 Qt. Insulated Bowl

Ingredients
3 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
2 tbsp. red wine vinegar
1 tsp. fresh oregano, chopped
3 English cucumbers (#3 cone)
1 c. grape tomatoes, halved
1/2 c. red onion, (#4 cone)
2 tbsp. fresh mint, chopped
2 tbsp. fresh parsley, chopped
2 tbsp. fresh dill, chopped
1/2 c. feta cheese
Salt & pepper to taste

Directions
Whisk together olive oil, vinegar, and oregano in bowl. Toss together with cucumbers, tomatoes, onion, mint, parsley, and dill. Season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle with feta.

Grape & Broccoli Salad

Suggested Pieces: 3.5 Qt. Insulated Bowl

Ingredients
3 lbs. fresh broccoli florets, chopped
2 c. red seedless grapes, halved
1 1/2 c. celery (#2 cone)
1 red onion (#2 cone)
1 lb. bacon, cooked and chopped
1/4 c. sunflower seeds
1/2 c. chopped pecans (#3 cone)
Dressing
1 c. mayonnaise
1/2 c. sugar (or honey)
2 tbsp. apple cider vinegar
Black pepper to taste

Directions
In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sugar, vinegar, and pepper until smooth. In a 3.5 Qt. Insulated Bowl, combine broccoli, grapes, celery, onion, and bacon. Pour dressing over salad mixture; toss until evenly coated. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate, about 2 hours. Just before serving, add sunflower seeds and nuts. Mix well. Serve chilled.

Asian Cucumber Sesame Salad

Suggested Piece: 3.5 Qt. Insulated Bowl

Ingredients
2 Cumbers (#3 cone)
1 Medium Jicama (#3 cone)
1/2 Red Onion (#3 cone)
1 c. Mini Bell Peppers, diced
Dressing
2 tbsp. Rice Vinegar
1 tbsp. Lime Juice (about 1/2 a lime)
1 tbsp. Soy Sauce, low sodium or Liquid Aminos
1 tsp. Fresh Ginger (#1 cone)
1 tbsp. Sesame Oil
2 tbsp. Sesame Seeds
2 tbsp. Agave
Pinch of Red Pepper Flakes, or to taste

Directions
Process cucumbers, jicama, and red onion on #3 cone into 3.5 Qt. Insulated Bowl. Toss with diced mini bell peppers. In a small separate bowl whisk together all the ingredients for the dressing. Pour dressing over salad and toss to coat. Enjoy immediately!!!

Cucumber Caprese Salad

Suggested Piece: 3.5 Qt. Cold Bowl

Ingredients

2 tbsp. Olive Oil

1 tbsp. Balsamic Vinegar

1 tbsp. Dried Oregano

1 tbsp. Dried Basil

Dash Salt

Dash Pepper

1 Cucumber (#3 cone)

1½ c. Cherry Tomatoes, quartered

8 oz. Mozzarella (#3 cone)

½ Large Red Onion (#2 or #4 cone)

Directions

In a small bowl mix together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, dried oregano, dried basil and a dash of salt and pepper; set aside. Process cucumber and mozzarella on #3 cone into Medium Cold Bowl. Quarter washed cherry tomatoes. Add to the bowl with the cucumbers. Process red onion into bowl with cucumbers and tomatoes (of you do not like onion, feel free to omit from the recipe.) Pour marinade over vegetables and cheese; mix well. Allow to sit for 10 minutes before serving.

Sirloin Steak with Portobello Mushrooms

Suggested Piece: 11" Large Skillet

Ingredients

1 lb. Sirloin steak, boneless & cut into 1-inch cubes

1 tsp. Thyme, dried

1/2 tsp. pepper

8 oz. Portobello mushrooms, cut into 1-inch cubes

1 large Red onion

1/2 c. Beef broth, fat-free & no salt added

1 Tbsp. Dijon mustard

1 Tbsp. Worcestershire sauce

Directions

Discard all visible fat from the steak. Cut into 4 pieces. Sprinkle both sides with the thyme and pepper. Heat 9 Qt. Braiser over medium-high heat. Cook the steak for 4-6 minutes on each side, or to the desired doneness. Transfer to a platter and cover to keep warm. In the same skillet, cook the mushrooms and onion over medium heat for 1-2 minutes, or until the onion is tender-crisp, stirring occasionally. Stir in the remaining ingredients. Cook for 5-6 minutes, or until the mushrooms are tender and the liquid is reduce by half, stirring occasionally. Spoon over the steak. 

Chickpea Salad with Tomatoes and Cucumber

Suggested Piece: Medium Cold Bowl

Ingredient
15.5 oz. canned Chickpeas, drained & rinsed
1 c. Tomatoes, chopped (any type)
1 Cucumber (#3 cone)
2 stalks Celery (#2 cone)
1/4 small Red or yellow onion (#4 cone)
1/2 c. Cilantro, chopped & fresh
1 Tbsp. Extra virgin olive oil
1/2 Tbsp. Balsamic vinegar or lemon juice
1/2 tsp. Ground cumin
1/4 tsp. Sweet paprika

Direction
Add all the ingredients into a large bowl. Stir to combine and serve.

Cooking Tip: Cilantro stems and celery leaves have a ton of flavor! So go ahead and chop them up for the salad.

Tip: Cherry or grape tomatoes are usually more expensive than other tomatoes. However, sometimes they go on sale, so always check.

Pork Tenderloin with Cranberry Salsa

Suggested Piece: 5 Qt Roaster or 11" Large Skillet and Medium Cold Bowl

Ingredients
Pork
1 lb. Pork tenderloin (all visible fat discarded)
1/4 tsp. Paprika
1/4 tsp. Salt
1/4 tsp. Pepper
1/8 tsp. Garlic powder
Salsa
1 c. canned Pineapple chunks (or fresh if you have it!)
1/2 c. Dried cranberries
1/4 c. Red onion (#2 cone)
1 medium Poblano pepper, seeded, finely chopped
1 tsp. Ginger (#1 cone)
1/2 tsp. Ground cinnamon

Directions
Place pork in bottom of piece being used. In a small mixing bowl combine paprika, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Rub mixture over pork and let stand while making salsa. Combine all ingredients for salsa in Medium Cold Bowl. Spoon salsa over pork. Cover and cook until Vapo-Valve clicks, reduce heat to low for approx. 30 minutes.

Cooking Tip: For a milder dish or if poblanos are not available, use a mediumm green bell pepper instead. If you'd still like a little heat, add 1/8 tsp. dried red pepper flakes to the salsa.

Mediterranean Salad

Suggested Piece: Large Cold Bowl

Ingredients
1 head Lettuce (green/red leaf or romaine), cut into thin strips
1 Cucumber (#3 cone)
1/2 c. Tomatoes, chopped
1 - 15.5 oz. can Chickpeas, drained & rinsed
1/2 Red onion (#4 cone)
1/2 c. Feta crumbles or Parmesan cheese (#1 cone)
1/2 tsp. black pepper
1/2 tsp. garlic powder
2 Tbsp. Extra virgin olive oil
2 Tbsp. Red wine or cider vinegar

Directions
In a Large Cold Bowl toss lettuce, cucumber, tomatoes, chickpeas, cheese, and onion. In a small mixing bowl whisk olive oil, vinegar, garlic powder, and pepper. Pour dressing over salad mixture, toss.

Black Bean Salad

Suggested Piece: Medium Cold Bowl

Ingredients
1 - 15.5 oz can Black Beans, low sodium
3/4 c. Frozen corn
1 medium Bell pepper, diced
1/2 c. Red onion (#2 cone)
1 tsp. garlic (#1 cone)
2 Tbsp. Cilantro, chopped
2 Tbsp. Cider vinegar
3 Tbsp. Extra virgin olive oil
1 Lime (#1 cone)

Directions
Toss all together, chill at least one hour.

Quick Tip: Serve this as a side salad to a meal or warm in 11" Large Skillet and use as a filling for tacos!

German Potato Salad

Suggested Piece: 10 Qt. Roaster with 6 Qt. Culinary Basket, Large Cold Bowl, 12" Chef Gourmet Skillet

Ingredients
3 pounds potatoes (cut into 1-inch chunks or #3 cone)
1/2 pound bacon, diced
1 large red onion (#2 cone)
3/4 cup cider vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/4 cup canola oil or olive oil
Salt and freshly ground pepper
8 green onions, thinly sliced
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley leaves

Directions
Cut potatoes into 6 Qt. Culinary Basket and place on top 10 Qt. Roaster with 1/2-inch of water in bottom. Cook using medium-click-low method until tender. Place potatoes in Large Cold Bowl and cover with place wrap to keep warm. Preheat 12" Chef Gourmet Skillet on medium heat. Add the bacon and cook until crisp. Remove the bacon with slotted spoon and drain on a paper towel-lined plate. Add the red onion (#2 cone) to the rendered bacon fat and cook until soft, about 3 to 4 minutes. Carefully add the vinegar and mustard and cook for 2 more minutes. Whisk in the oil and season, to taste, with salt and pepper. Add the hot dressing to the potatoes and toss gently to coat. Fold in the green onions and parsley. Season again with salt and pepper, to taste.

Recipe adapted from Food Network

Pasta Salad with Chicken & Bacon

Suggested Pieces: 12" Electric Skillet, 4 Qt. Roaster, & Smokeless Broiler

Ingredients
2 chicken breasts (#3 cone)
4 slices of bacon
8 oz. mini penne pasta or macaroni
1/2 c. red onion (#2 cone)
2 stalks celery (#2 cone)
2 tomatoes, diced
2 tbsp. chopped fresh parsley
1/2 tsp. garlic powder
1/2 to 3/4 c. mayonnaise
1/2 lemon, juiced (#1 cone)
Salt and pepper to taste

Directions
Add chicken to 12" Electric Skillet. Cover and cook at 450F until VapoValve clicks. Reduce heat to low (185F), continue cooking for 20 minutes, and allow to cool. In the meantime, grill bacon on Smokeless Broiler until crispy. Cook pasta according to package directions in 4 Qt. Roaster; drain & rinse under cold water. Using the Saladmaster Food Processor finely chop red onion and celery on #2 cone and shred cooked chicken on #3 cone into pasta. Add diced tomatoes and chopped parsley to pasta as well. In a separate bowl whisk together mayonnaise, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt & pepper to make dressing. Pour over pasta mixture and toss to coat. Serve chilled.

Creamy Green Pea Salad

Suggested Piece: 11" Large Skillet

Ingredients
4 c. fresh or frozen green peas
1 small carrot, shredded (#1 cone)
1/2 red bell pepper, finely chopped
1 c. red onion (#2 cone)
1/2 cup celery (#2 cone)
1/2 cup light or regular ranch-style dressing
1/3 c. mayonnaise
1/4 tsp. dried leaf oregano
1/8 tsp. pepper
1/4 tsp. salt, or to taste

Directions
Cook green peas just until tender and rinsed under cold water. Shred carrot, red onion, and celery on Saladmaster Food Processor and combine with green peas. Add in chopped bell pepper. In small bowl whisk together dressing, mayonnaise, oregano, salt & pepper. Fold into vegetable mixture and serve chilled.

Cucumber Tomato Avocado Salad

Suggested Piece: Saladmaster Machine & Insulated Bowl

Ingredients
1 lb Roma tomatoes, chopped
1 English cucumber (#3 cone)
1/2 medium red onion (#4 cone)
2 avocados, diced
2 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil or sunflower oil
Juice of 1 medium lemon (about 2 tbsp.)
1/4 c. (1/2 bunch) cilantro, chopped
1 tsp. sea salt or 3/4 tsp table salt
1/8 tsp. black pepper

Directions
Place tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, avocado, and cilantro into a large salad bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice. Toss gently to combine. Just before serving toss with sea salt and black pepper.

*Note: if you aren’t keen on cilantro, fresh dill is a good substitute.

Unfried Rice

Suggested Piece: 5 Quart Roaster

Ingredients

1/2 small head green cabbage (#4 cone)

1 red onion (#2 cone)

1 pkg. mushroom (#4 cone)

2-3 carrots, (#2 cone)
2 tbsp. fresh ginger (#1 cone)
2 cloves garlic (#1 cone)
4 c. cooked rice
2-4 tbsp. soy sauce
1-2 tsp. sugar
Salt & Pepper to taste

Directions

In bottom of 5 Quart Roaster saute green cabbage, red onion, mushroom, carrots, fresh ginger, and garlic over medium heat. Stir in cooked rice. Whisk together soy sauce, sugar, salt and pepper. Drizzle over rice and mix.