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  • This creamy German cucumber salad, or Gurkensalat, is the perfect companion side dish for bratwurst or burgers. Tangy, sweet, and fresh, it's a deliciously easy summer salad. | www.pinchmeimeating.com

    Creamy German Cucumber Salad (Gurkensalat)

    July 30, 2016January 26, 2026
  • Grapefruit Rosemary Lemonade | 24 Recipes for a Casual Easter Potluck

    Grapefruit Rosemary Lemonade

    July 17, 2016January 25, 2026
  • This easy Hollandaise sauce recipe doesn't require a blender, a double boiler, or constant whisking. If you want a thick, creamy, and tangy sauce that's easy to make and an easily-scalable recipe that's a cinch to memorize, give this one a shot! | www.pinchmeimeating.com

    Easy Hollandaise Sauce – No Blender Required

    July 9, 2016July 4, 2021
  • These juicy, aromatic gourmet turkey burgers topped with tomato, avocado, and Hollandaise sauce will make you feel like you're relaxing at an outdoor cafe! | www.pinchmeimeating.com

    Gourmet Turkey Burgers with Hollandaise Sauce

    July 2, 2016August 24, 2019
  • As beautiful as it is delicious, this surprisingly easy smoked salmon, tomato, and avocado rose salad showcases the uninhibited flavors of each ingredient, brightened with a splash of lemon. | www.pinchmeimeating.com

    Smoked salmon, tomato, and avocado rose salad

    June 25, 2016March 2, 2019
  • Full of fresh basil and veggies, this lightly dressed sun-dried tomato pasta salad is a refreshing and flavorful side dish for sandwiches, a potluck, or a light lunch! Copycat recipe from Beyond Bread in Tucson, AZ. | www.pinchmeimeating.com

    Sun-dried Tomato Pasta Salad with Peas, Corn, and Parmesan

    June 18, 2016January 26, 2026
  • Inspired by a salad from the historic district of Old Montreal, this dinner salad is light, fresh, and perfect for dining al fresco at your own home! Topped with lemon tarragon chicken salad and a champagne vinaigrette. | www.pinchmeimeating.com

    Montreal Chicken Salad

    May 7, 2016January 26, 2026
  • Blueberry spice cake with walnuts is layered with gooey blueberry jam and cream cheese frosting, and topped with walnuts and fresh berries for the perfect bite. A great cake for spring! | www.pinchmeimeating.com

    Blueberry Spice Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

    April 23, 2016August 12, 2017
  • Lemon Broccoli Salad | 24 Recipes for a Casual Easter Potluck

    Super Simple Lemon Broccoli Salad

    March 19, 2016March 25, 2026
  • Lemon Tarragon Shredded Chicken Salad with Pecans

    Lemon Tarragon Shredded Chicken Salad with Pecans

    March 12, 2016June 15, 2023
  • Vegetarian and grain-free, these grilled balsamic eggplant stacks are full of oh-so-melty mozzarella cheese, smoky roasted red peppers, and basil, and are perfect for a light dinner! | www.pinchmeimeating.com

    Grilled Balsamic Eggplant Stacks

    September 5, 2015July 6, 2018
  • This tangy cucumber tomato salad is packed with flavor and freshness! Kalamata olives, feta cheese, and red onions add interest without stealing the show from the crisp cucumber and juicy tomatoes. | www.pinchmeimeating.com

    Tangy Cucumber Tomato Salad

    July 9, 2015July 2, 2017
  • Sun-dried Tomato Chicken Salad with Fresh Basil

    Sun-dried Tomato Chicken Salad with Fresh Basil

    June 29, 2015June 15, 2023

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