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Compressed Watermelon Salad

July 26, 2020 By valentina 21 Comments

Compressed Watermelon Tomato and Jalapeño Salad With Creamy Lemon-Lime Avocado Dressing on narrow white plate

Have you ever compressed watermelon? You won't believe what a difference it makes! The flavor of the watermelon becomes sweeter and more intense, and in … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Comforting Savory Recipes, Gluten-Free, Savory, Salads, Spring & Summer Favorites, Vegan, Vegetarian Tagged With: avocado dressing, avocados, Avocados from Mexico, heirloom tomatoes, jalapeño peppers, thyme, watermelon

Roasted Macadamia Nut Hummus Recipe

July 17, 2017 By valentina 14 Comments

Roasted Macadamia Nut Hummus -- Classic hummus with a subtly sweet, delicious Hawaiian twist!

Roasted Macadamia Nut Hummus is based on the classic hummus recipe with a subtly sweet, delicious Hawaiian twist! Inspiration The very first thing my son … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Appetizers, Hors d'Oeuvres & Snacks, Comforting Savory Recipes, Condiments, Dressings, & Sauces, Gluten-Free, Savory, Vegetarian Tagged With: appetizers, Fairmont Orchid, Hale Kai restaurant, Hawaii, heirloom tomatoes, Hummus, macadamia nuts, Okinawan sweet potatoes

Tomato Onion Blue Cheese Salad

July 4, 2017 By valentina 22 Comments

Summer Tomato Sweet Onion and Blue Cheese -- A simple salad recipe, full seasonal summer flavors, that’s as delicious as it is beautiful.

Tomato Onion Blue Cheese Salad is simple, full of seasonal summer flavors, and is as delicious as it is beautiful.   Hopefully you’re very … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Appetizers, Hors d'Oeuvres & Snacks, Comforting Savory Recipes, Gluten-Free, Savory, Salads, Spring & Summer Favorites, Vegetarian Tagged With: basil, Big Island, blue cheese, Hawaii, heirloom tomatoes, Kona Inn, Maui onions, summer tomatoes

Tomato Feta Salsa Recipe for Meat

August 4, 2015 By valentina 4 Comments

Tomato Feta Salsa Recipe for Meat or Chicken

This Tomato Feta Salsa makes for an excellent snack with chips, and it's divine over grilled meat, chicken or fish! I love unique summer salsa recipes, and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Appetizers, Hors d'Oeuvres & Snacks, Comforting Savory Recipes, Condiments, Dressings, & Sauces, Gluten-Free, Savory, Vegetarian Tagged With: balsamic vinegar, basil, capers, condiments for meat, feta cheese, heirloom tomatoes, salsas, sauces, summer recipes, summer tomatoes

How to Peel Tomatoes & Tomato Basil Salad

September 2, 2011 By valentina 6 Comments

This Tomato Basil Salad recipe is the perfect dish to celebrate a summer garden. In making this recipe you'll learn how to peel tomatoes and why sometimes … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Assorted Other Goodies, How To (Cooking Techniques), Salads, Spring & Summer Favorites, Vegetarian Tagged With: balsamic vinegar, basil, garlic, goat cheese, heirloom tomatoes, red onion, thai basil


I’m Valentina Wein, certified chef, mom of two boys, owner, recipe developer and photographer here at Cooking on the Weekends. 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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