I challenge myself to...:

Greek Cucumber Salad

You will need: Cucumbers, red onion, feta cheese, red wine vinaigrette.

Panzanella Salad

This bread salad is popular in Europe.  Cube half a loaf of day-old, locally baked crusty bread and lightly toast it in the oven, like large croutons (in 1-inch squares).  Rough chop 3 ripe local toma

Calabacitas

You will need: Summer squash or zucchini, onion, chili pepper, garlic, corn kernels, fresh oregano and vegetable stock.

Insalata Caprese

You will need:  Small, fresh mozzarella balls, cherry tomatoes, red onion, fresh basil, olive oil and lettuce.

Chopped Salad

You will need: Tomatoes, cucumbers, summer squash, red or green bell peppers, red onion, fresh mint and lemon vinaigrette.

Sweet Summer Corn Salad

You will need: Corn, red and green peppers, leeks or onions, cilantro, garlic, cumin and cider vinegar.

Chicken Salad with Apples and Walnuts

You will need: Chicken breast, red or green apple, celery, walnuts, red onion, scallion, garlic, mayonnaise, lemon juice and tarragon.

Thai Beef Salad

You will need: Sirloin steak, Roma tomatoes, scallions, cucumber, fresh cilantro, sesame ginger dressing, and lettuce.