Elevate Taco Night With Sweet-Smoky Shrimp Tacos! We love seafood tacos in this house (my flaky baked salmon tacos with sweet and spicy pineapple salsa are a well-loved favorite!), and these flavor-packed shrimp tacos with fruit salsa are no exception. Raw shrimp are marinated in a smoky chipotle-lime sauce that’s puréed until smooth, giving them an irresistible depth of flavor. When seared or grilled over high heat, they become tender and slightly charred with crispy edges and a subtle heat — a perfect match for the naturally sweet, refreshing mango…
Continue ReadingVinegar-Based French Potato Salad with Cornichons
No Mayo, No Problem! 🙌🏻 Think of this French potato salad as the chic Parisian cousin to the classic American picnic variety: no mayo in sight, just warm, tender potatoes that soak up a punchy Dijon-red-wine-vinaigrette, plenty of briny cornichons, and lots of fresh herbs. No eggs or mayonnaise means this Parisian potato salad is sturdy enough for outdoor gatherings. And it gets even better after an hour (or overnight) as the potatoes absorb the vinaigrette. Plus, it’s delicious served warm, room-temp, or straight-from-the-fridge the next day. Do you still…
Continue ReadingNiçoise Salad with Pan-Seared Salmon & Basil Vinaigrette
The Classic French Summer Salad, But With Salmon! When golden evening light hits a table scattered with vibrant produce, you know summer has officially arrived. This Provençal Niçoise salad keeps everything you love about the Côte d’Azur classic—jammy eggs, briny olives, tender potatoes—then swaps in lightly‑crisp seared salmon for jarred tuna. Finished with a bright basil vinaigrette, it’s a light and fresh taste of the French Riviera from wherever you live. If you happen to try my French potato salad with vinegar, the leftovers would be sublime in this salad. Not Your Average…
Continue ReadingCedar Plank Salmon with Maple-Mustard Glaze
Smoky, Flavorful Grilled Salmon On A Cedar Plank Lightly smoky, deeply flavorful, and beautifully caramelized, this cedar plank salmon is one of the easiest—and most impressive—ways to prepare salmon at home. Whether you’re hosting friends or just craving a restaurant-quality dinner off the grill, this recipe delivers every time. Plus, no smoker required! 🙌🏻 The cedar perfumes and infuses the salmon with flavor, while a glossy maple-mustard glaze caramelizes on top (a similar kind of crust, like when you broil salmon with a sweet glaze), creating fork-tender fish with subtle…
Continue ReadingStreet Corn Pasta Salad with Creamy Dressing
Mexican-Inspired Street Corn Pasta with Fresh Corn Street Corn Pasta Salad is the perfect combination of creamy comfort and zesty, bright flavors that will light up your summer table. With sweet, blistered corn, a tangy lime dressing (it’s made with sour cream and mayo, yum!), and the mild heat of jalapeño, it’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Plus, it can be enjoyed warm or straight out of the fridge, making for easy entertaining! 🙌🏻 If you’re not already familiar with cotija cheese, it’s similar to feta cheese–salty, crumbly, and delicious. You can…
Continue ReadingPerfectly Crispy Pan-Seared Salmon Filets
Restaurant-Worthy Crispy Skinned Salmon At Home There’s something magical about biting into salmon and getting that satisfying crunch of crisp, golden skin followed by juicy, delicate flakes. The contrast between the crackling exterior and buttery flesh can elevate a simple weeknight meal to restaurant-worthy status. Once you master this basic pan-sear technique, you can pair your salmon with countless sauces and toppings—from garlicky aioli to a fresh pineapple salsa. My Best Tips For Crispy Skin & Perfectly Cooked Salmon I have dozens of recipes featuring tender, flaky salmon, but once…
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