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Comforting Savory Recipes

This is the umbrella for all of the savory recipes on Cooking On The Weekends -- from hors d'oeuvres and salads, through main courses and snacks.

Lemon Basil Vinaigrette (and Marinade)

August 14, 2022 By valentina 1 Comment

Top view of open jar of Lemon Basil Vinaigrette with fresh basil leaves.

Lemon Basil Vinaigrette will add a splash of aromatic, fresh flavors to your greens. It's sweet and tart and elevates salads to another level, and it works … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Comforting Savory Recipes, Condiments, Dressings, & Sauces, Spring & Summer Favorites Tagged With: basil, citrus, garlic, ginger, lemon juice, meyer lemons, salad dressings

Red Lentil Hummus

August 12, 2022 By valentina 11 Comments

Terra cotta bowl filled with lentil hummus, sprinkled with paprika and drizzled with olive oil.

This Lentil Hummus recipe is creamy, smooth and loaded with earthy, warm smoky flavors. It's a creative, healthy appetizer for casual entertaining, and it's … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Appetizers, Hors d'Oeuvres & Snacks, Comforting Savory Recipes, Gluten-Free, Savory, Vegan, Vegetarian Tagged With: chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, garilic, Hummus, red lentils

Hatch Chile Salsa with Fresh Peaches

August 8, 2022 By valentina 12 Comments

Hatch Chile Salsa with Fresh peaches in a terra cotta bowl on an orange stirped cloth with fresh raw Hatch chiles.

Hatch Chile Salsa with Peaches is sweet, spicy, delicious and refreshing -- all at once! It's an ideal, beautiful summer appetizer -- just add chips and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Appetizers, Hors d'Oeuvres & Snacks, Comforting Savory Recipes, Condiments, Dressings, & Sauces, Spring & Summer Favorites Tagged With: chile powder, Hatch chiles, peaches, roasted pepper, salsa, summer salsas

Peach Caprese Salad

August 3, 2022 By valentina 22 Comments

Cream-colored ceramic bowl filled to the top with Peach Caprese Salad with drops of balsamic glaze and fresh sun flowers behind it.

Caprese Salad with Peaches is a delicious twist on the classic that's made with tomatoes. Summer peach recipes are beautiful and delicious -- and this one … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Comforting Savory Recipes, Salads, Spring & Summer Favorites, Vegetarian Tagged With: balsamic glaze, basil, buffalo mozzarella, peaches

Bacon Cheddar Waffles with Scallions

July 21, 2022 By valentina 11 Comments

Stack of several Bacon Chedder Waffles with fresh scallions and black background.

Bacon Cheddar Waffles are savory waffles for dinner. Of course that doesn't mean they aren't also fantastic for breakfast and brunch. These are a super fun … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Breakfast & Brunch, Comforting Savory Recipes, Entrées, Gluten-Free, Savory Tagged With: bacon, cheddar cheese, dinner waffles, savory waffles, scallions

Peach Avocado Salad with Zucchini

July 18, 2022 By valentina 39 Comments

Composed Peach Avocado with Zucchini on a white plate with a yellow daisy behind it.

Peach Avocado Salad with Zucchini is the essence of summer. Its fresh, sweet flavors from seasonal produce are a super delicious, beautiful combination. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Comforting Savory Recipes, Salads, Sides, Spring & Summer Favorites, Vegetarian Tagged With: avocados, peaches, spinach, vegetarian, zucchini

Roasted Macadamia Nut Hummus

July 8, 2022 By valentina 16 Comments

Macadamia nut hummus in a green-handles bowl surrounded by sliced tomatoes and carrots.

Macadamia Nut Hummus is a fun Hawaiian twist based on a classic hummus. It's subtly sweet, delicious, and a fantastic healthy snack or appetizer for … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Appetizers, Hors d'Oeuvres & Snacks, Comforting Savory Recipes, Condiments, Dressings, & Sauces, Gluten-Free, Savory, Vegetarian Tagged With: Hawaii, Hummus, macadamia nuts, tomatoes

Mediterranean Burgers with Olives and Feta

July 5, 2022 By valentina 42 Comments

Grilled Mediterranean Burger in a bun with all the fixins on a white plate.

Mediterranean Burgers are easy to whip up and are packed with fresh, delicious flavors. Perfect for indoor or outdoor grilling, this burger can be served on … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Comforting Savory Recipes, Entrées, Gluten-Free, Savory, Meat Tagged With: almond meal, artichoke hearts, burgers, Feta, garlic, kalamata olives, oregano, rosemary, sun-dried tomatoes

Mini Fruit Skewers for 4th of July

July 2, 2022 By valentina 27 Comments

Several fruit appetizers on toothpicks with cherries and blueberries on a white plate.

Mini Fruit Skewers with blueberries and cherries can be made ahead and are the perfect 4th of July appetizer! Fresh, festive and fun, they are over-the-top … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Appetizers, Hors d'Oeuvres & Snacks, Comforting Savory Recipes, Holidays, Spring & Summer Favorites Tagged With: 4th of July, bacon, blueberries, cherries, July 4th, mozzarella pearls, skewers, summer fruit

Mango Salad with Basil

July 1, 2022 By valentina 6 Comments

Sliced mangoes arranged on a plate with cheese and fresh basil leaves between them, on a white plate.

Mango Salad with Basil is a simple combination of a few seasonal ingredients that combine to create an explosion of flavor and a gorgeous plate. It's a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Appetizers, Hors d'Oeuvres & Snacks, Comforting Savory Recipes, Salads, Vegetarian Tagged With: basil, manchego cheese, mangoes, sherry vinegar, Spanish paprika

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I’m Valentina, certified chef, owner, recipe developer and photographer at Cooking on the Weekends. I'm also a mom of two amazing teen boys and a Los Angeleno. I use seasonal whole foods to create unique and comforting recipes for casual entertaining. Read more about my love of food and cooking.

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SPRING & SUMMER FAVORITES

Top view of open jar of Lemon Basil Vinaigrette with fresh basil leaves.

Lemon Basil Vinaigrette (and Marinade)

Hatch Chile Salsa with Fresh peaches in a terra cotta bowl on an orange stirped cloth with fresh raw Hatch chiles.

Hatch Chile Salsa with Fresh Peaches

Cream-colored ceramic bowl filled to the top with Peach Caprese Salad with drops of balsamic glaze and fresh sun flowers behind it.

Peach Caprese Salad

Composed Peach Avocado with Zucchini on a white plate with a yellow daisy behind it.

Peach Avocado Salad with Zucchini

DESSERT!

Clear drinking glass with several creamy coffee ice cubes in it.

Creamy and Sweet Coffee Ice Cubes

Cream-colored ceramic mug with coffee beans and a coffee popsicle sticking out of the top.

Creamy Coffee Popsicles

Four scoops of corn ice cream in a purple bowl, surrounded by corn husks.

Sweet Corn Ice Cream

Large slice of chocolate zucchini bundt cake on a golden-colored, ceramic plate.

Gluten-Free Chocolate Zucchini Cake

 

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