Category: Soups & Salads
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10-Minute Trader Joe’s Lentil Brussels Sprout Sauté
If you’ve been hanging around here for a while, you already know one of my love languages is Trader Joe’s shortcuts. There’s just something magical about walking into TJ’s and knowing dinner can be as easy as grabbing a bag, a box, and a drizzle of dressing. Minimal effort, maximum flavor, and no one has…
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Zesty Crunch Salad
If you’re craving something light, colorful, and full of flavor—this crunchy salad is about to become your new go-to. It’s loaded with crisp veggies, fresh herbs, plant-based protein, and a creamy Greek yogurt dressing with a citrusy kick. Perfect as a side dish, meal prep lunch, or vibrant dinner, this salad brings serious crunch without…
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Venison Pumpkin Chili – A Texas Twist on a Cozy Classic
There’s something about moving to Texas that just… changes a person. Man moves to Texas. Man buys a truck. Man learns to hunt. Man shoots venison with a crossbow. Wife learns how to cook venison. Marriage still intact. Yep, that’s basically the Dulien household in a nutshell. Lou went full “Texas man” on me, and…
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Grillo’s Dill Pickle Chicken Salad
If you’re a dill pickle lover, this recipe is about to become your new go-to. It’s creamy, crunchy, tangy, and packed with flavor—all while being quick enough to whip up on a busy weeknight. Using Kirkland canned chicken as the base makes this recipe both affordable and pantry-friendly, while Grillo’s pickles add that signature fresh…
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Copycat Mother’s Market Tuna Salad
Every time I land in California, my first stop is always Mother’s Market. If you’ve been, you know — it’s a health food lover’s dream. And one thing I have to grab from their deli case is their amazing tuna salad. Fresh, flavorful, and so satisfying. After wishing I could bring it back to Austin…
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Rainbow kelp noodle salad
I just returned from a trip to Vancouver and stumbled upon a poke bowl spot that totally inspired this recipe. They offered kelp noodles as a base option — light, refreshing, and absolutely delicious. I loved how the noodles added a crisp texture without weighing the dish down. Naturally, I had to recreate my own…
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Tuna with a Twist
I can’t believe I’m about to say this, but I love cilantro. There….I said it. I said what I said and I’m not going back through prior posts to delete my “I HATE cilantro” comments. However, this former cilantro hater has officially converted! I used to think cilantro taste like soap and pick it out…
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Beef Kale Soup
Move over cabbage soup diet! There’s a new kid in the block and while it’s low calorie, packs a ton of health benefits and so yummy I could actually enjoy it seven days a week, I’m not recommending that! Who else can remember back in the day when the cabbage soup diet was all the…
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Ryder’s black bean chili
It’s hard to believe I haven’t shared recipes with the kids names in the title before now because when we talk about what we’re having for dinner, many of my recipes have nicknames. This recipe is all Ryder. I created it with him in mind and make it frequently because the whole family loves it,…
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Matzo Ball Soup
Chicken soup may be good for the soul, but matzo ball soup is good for, well – basically everything. Touted as the Jewish Penicillin, Matzo ball soup is my go to when anyone is sick, having a tough time, holidays or cold weather hit. It’s warm and comforting and reminds me of my bubbie –…
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