I’m declaring this the week of no cooking. No cooking inside. I can’t. It’s like a bajillion degrees and I can’t bring myself to turn on the stove or oven. So I’ll be grilling and eating copious amounts of this Summer Stone Fruit Salad until I literally turn into a peach. [...]
IT'S HAPPENING!! Another Vinaigrette recipe that you'll want to slather on anything and everything forever and ever [...]
A loaded Grilled Summer Cobb Salad combines three of my favorite parts of summer... grilling + salads + all the avocado!!! [...]
Asparagus, Basil and Corn - a few of my favorite things loaded up into one gorgeous salad with a balsamic vinaigrette to top it all off! [...]
I'm on a BLT kick these days. First it was the BLT flatbread and now it's a BLT Salmon Salad with Cilantro Vinaigrette!! [...]
There are 2 kinds of salads in my world. One - a salad stuffed to the brim with greens and one with grains that's more of a rice/quinoa/farro salad bowl. Both of which can be topped with my all time favorite basil vinaigrette! [...]
If you guys have been following along on snapchat, then you'll know my full on obsession with this Farro Delicata Squash Salad! I can't be stopped. I made it a few weeks ago with one of my girlfriends Minka and it's been on regular rotation ever since. It's every flavor you've ever wanted all tossed [...]
I mean, who doesn't love a Loaded Greek Salad? The answer to that is EVERYONE, except my bestie Matt who photographs all the food for this site and I'm fairly certain if I give him one more salad he might stop being my friend. But I can't help it. I LOVE A LOADED SALAD. First, [...]
My love affair with big beautiful loaded salad continues with this Loaded Falafel Salad! So today it's all about 3 of my favorite things. 1: salads. 2: I have a deep love for Lebanese food and these falafels are majorly hitting the spot. 3: My current favorite cookbook Rose Water & Orange Blossom from Maureen [...]
Its bumper crop season and this Raw Summer Salad is the perfect way to use up all those veggies. It's also the perfect thing to pair with my favorite summer time weekned dinner, these delicious grilled ribeyes! Why I Love This Recipe Zucchini, yellow squash, peas, fennel, goat cheese, lemon juice, olive oil and dill… [...]
Grilled Chicken with Avocado Tomato Salad checks off all the boxes when it comes to a dinner party meal. The chicken is marinated and grilled, then topped with a dreamy avocado, tomato, and corn salad mixed with my Cilantro Vinaigrette. If you love grilled chicken, my Spice Grilled Chicken is another go-to, and swap the [...]
Loaded salads have become a way of life for me the past few years!! This grilled romaine salad on the blog today is my ode to summer! It's the perfect summer salad! The base is all sorts of grilled veggies like romaine, corn and asparagus... Next up, stone fruit, tomatoes and avocado! And to top it [...]
If you're a caesar salad fanatic AND a hot dog lover, I have the most genius mashup recipe waiting for you right now. These Caesar Salad Hot Dogs combine everything you adore about a classic caesar (creamy dressing, crunchy croutons, salty parmesan) and pile it all onto a grilled hot dog in the most unexpected, [...]
Watermelon Jicama Salad - the perfect no cook, easy to make, super delicious, perfect for a hot day (I could go on forever), salad! This gorgeous Watermelon Jicama Salad situation is another recipe from our West Coast Cantina menu with Williams Sonoma! It takes almost no time to prep, and it's the perfect thing to eat [...]
Loaded Salads are my jam! They pair perfectly with a grilled ribeye and also work as a meal on their own. VERSATILITY! They’ve been consistently making appearances here on WGC the last few years and this summer power salad is right up there with the rest of them. Why I Love This Recipe Loaded with everything [...]
Sweet potatoes and corn are two of my all-time favorite ingredients to cook with during the warmer months, and when you bring creamy, salty feta into the mix, something truly magical happens. This Sweetpotato, Corn and Feta Salad is the kind of dish I want to bring to every backyard gathering, potluck, and weeknight dinner [...]
I'm declaring this year the year of the loaded salad. And this Everything but the Kitchen Sink Quinoa Salad is keeping this years tradition alive! Like I said yesterday, Tzatziki is one of those condiments that I keep on hand at all times. It's absolute perfection on top of this show stopper of a salad! So [...]
Summer produce season is peak cooking season in my house, and zucchini is absolutely at the top of my list right now. There is something so satisfying about throwing this veggie on a hot grill and watching it transform into something smoky and tender, and that is exactly the magic happening in this Grilled Zucchini [...]
This Loaded Power Salad with tons of fresh produce and a Basil Vinaigrette is the best way to start the week. It's loaded with market lettuce, colorful vegetables, chickpeas, avocado, and feta cheese. If you love a big hearty salad, my Easy Chickpea Chopped Salad is another protein-packed option and my Avocado Kale Caesar is [...]
If there is one salad I keep coming back to week after week, it's this Green Monster Salad. It is packed with creamy avocado, crisp greens, and so much fresh flavor that it honestly works as a full meal any time of day. If you are already an avocado obsessive like me, you will also [...]
Summer salads are having a serious moment in my kitchen right now, and this Blueberry and Grilled Asparagus Salad is the one I keep coming back to again and again. The combination of juicy blueberries with smoky charred asparagus is the kind of unexpected pairing that just works, and once you try it, you will [...]
The month of July is super exciting for me!! Not only am I home after a month of traveling, but I get to play around in my kitchen with my all time favorite ingredient - avocado!! So to kick things off this month, I'm sharing one of my all time favorite recipes for an Israeli [...]
Here we go guys... we're in the home stretch of July... let's get festive with a week of awesome dinners shall we? [...]
If you've been looking for a salad dressing (a la basil vinaigrette) that earns a spot in your regular rotation, this Dill Chive Vinaigrette is exactly it. We're talking a big bold herby vibe that you can serve on just about anything. I'm currently obsessed with putting it on top of a salad that comes [...]
HAPPY SUNDAY guys! We're back in the game after this weekend and I'm ready to get into the grind! This weeks meals are fresh and summery and everything I want in life! Here we go [...]
My motto this month: all stone fruit, all the time. I'm going to go full throttle on the cherries, peaches and nectarines until I can't possibly consume any more... [...]
Summer zucchini season is absolutely my favorite time to get creative in the kitchen, and this Zucchini Pasta has become one of my most-reached-for weeknight dinners. The sauce is silky, the whole thing comes together faster than you'd expect, and it tastes like something you'd order at a little Italian spot you stumbled onto by [...]
After a bit of an indulgent weekend (burritos, chips, and ALL the guacamole) I'm keeping this weeks meal plan on the healthy side! [...]
There are certain recipes that earn a permanent spot in your grilling rotation, and Grilled Beef Kebabs with Tzatziki are absolutely one of them. We are talking well-seasoned, juicy chunks of beef threaded onto skewers and cooked over high heat until beautifully charred on the outside and tender all the way through. I love serving [...]
4th of July was a smash, summer is in full force and this weeks meal plan is loaded with 7 nights of dinner and lots of fun sides / salads and snacks! Sunday - we're hitting the grill and keeping the outdoor celebrations going with Chicken Caesar Salad Pizza on deck and a pool party [...]
Few things in life hit quite like the moment you pull up to a vacation rental, drop your bags, and realize the whole week is yours to do whatever you want. No commute, no obligations, just good food, good drinks, and good people. That said, figuring out what to cook in a vacation rental can [...]
Summer cookout season is here, and these are the 50 BBQ sides I reach for on repeat: potato salads, pasta salads, grilled corn, fruit salads, and every chip-and-dip situation a backyard party could need. There's a side here for every main, whether you're feeding six or sixty. Fire up the mains from my 65 Easy [...]
The 4th of July is a week away and we need a menu!! So behold... the most epic 4th of July Menu to ever grace your computer screens - and hopefully your homes too! [...]
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Week 26 of the What's Gaby Cooking meal plan is coming your way! Let's go!! 6 nights worth of dinners plus some sides + desserts to ensure you have a perfect week.
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If you ask me, summer drinking doesn't get more refreshing or more fun than a Classic Pimm's Cup. This British staple is bright, fruity, and just boozy enough to make any afternoon feel like a celebration. I love building out a whole spread around it too, so pour yourself a tall glass, turn on Wimbledon [...]
Summer is coming and so are the tacos, outdoor dinner parties and all the grilling!! So to kick it off... Tri-Tip Tacos for everyone! [...]
If you ask me, Breakfast Sandwiches with Tomato Jam are the ultimate way to turn any morning into something worth getting out of bed for. I'm talking flaky croissants stacked with crispy bacon, creamy avocado, and a savory-sweet tomato jam that honestly makes everything better. If you love big, satisfying morning meals, you should also [...]
Let me give it to you straight... Chicken Shish Kabobs are one of those meals that absolutely belong in your regular dinner rotation. Juicy, flavorful chicken threaded onto skewers and cooked until perfectly charred? Yes please. These are right up there with my Yogurt Marinated Grilled Chicken Skewers or Grilled Korean Chicken Skewers, so you [...]
Fastest way to Dad's heart... FOOD! This weekend is Father's Day so here's a comprehensive menu for anything and everything you could need to celebrate dad... in major style! [...]
Here we go!! Week 24 of the WGC meal plan! We're keep things mostly healthy with a few indulgences because that's the name of the game here on What's Gaby Cooking! [...]
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