Wasakaka Sauce Zesty Dominican Wasakaka Sauce with Garlic and Citrus Ingredients: 1/4 cup fresh lime juice 1/4 cup water 1/4 cup olive oil 6 cloves garlic, minced or mashed 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste) 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (or cilantro) Optional: 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano Directions: In a small saucepan, combine water, lime juice, garlic, salt, pepper, and oregano (if using). Simmer over low heat for 5–7 minutes to soften the garlic and meld the flavors. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly. Whisk in olive oil until emulsified and smooth. Stir in chopped parsley or cilantro and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve warm or at room temperature as a sauce for grilled meats, fried plantains, or roasted vegetables. Prep Time: 5 minutes | Cooking Time: 7 minutes | Total Time: 12 minutes Kcal: 120 kcal | Servings: 6 servings #wasakaka #dominicansauce #latinsauces #garlicsauce #citrusmarinade #homemadesauce #grillingseason #tropicalflavors #salsadominicana #easycondiment #freshherbs #parsleysauce #garliclime #latinflavor #cookingfromscratch #flavorboost #sidedishsauce #islandkitchen #saborcaribeño #homemadeflavor Add bold, tropical flavor to your table with this Wasakaka Sauce! Perfect for grilled chicken, tostones, and even roasted veggies.

Garlic Soy Vinaigrette Noodle Salad Cold Soba Noodle Salad with Garlic Soy Vinaigrette Ingredients: For the Salad: 8 oz soba noodles 1 cup shredded red cabbage 1 cup julienned carrots 1 cucumber, julienned 3 green onions, sliced 1/4 cup chopped cilantro 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds For the Garlic Soy Vinaigrette: 3 tablespoons soy sauce 2 tablespoons rice vinegar 1 tablespoon sesame oil 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup 2 garlic cloves, finely minced 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger (optional) Freshly ground black pepper, to taste Directions: Cook soba noodles according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking. Set aside. In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, olive oil, honey, garlic, ginger (if using), and black pepper until emulsified. In a large salad bowl, combine soba noodles, cabbage, carrots, cucumber, green onions, and cilantro. Drizzle with the garlic soy vinaigrette and toss gently to coat everything evenly. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and serve chilled or at room temperature. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 5 minutes | Total Time: 20 minutes Kcal: 310 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #sobalover #garlicsoy #noodlesalad #healthyrecipes #asianinspired #sidedishes #plantbasedmeals #meatlessmonday #vinaigretterecipe #glutenfreeoption #freshflavors #saladideas #quicklunch #easyrecipes #soyrecipes #coldnoodles #veggiebowls #homecooking #cleaneating #saladseason Need a refreshing and savory salad? Try this Cold Soba Noodle Salad with Garlic Soy Vinaigrette – it’s packed with flavor and crunch!

Looking for a light and delicious side dish? Grilled Zucchini with Olive Oil Ingredients: - 2 medium zucchinis - 3 tablespoons olive oil - 1 teaspoon garlic powder - 1 teaspoon salt - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper - 1 teaspoon dried oregano Preparation Steps: 1. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. 2. Wash and slice the zucchinis into 1/4-inch thick rounds. 3. In a bowl, mix olive oil, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and dried oregano. 4. Toss the zucchini slices in the olive oil mixture until evenly coated. 5. Place zucchini on the preheated grill and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, until tender and grill marks appear. 6. Remove from grill and serve warm. Prep Time: 10 mins | Cooking Time: 8 mins | Total Time: 18 mins Calories: 80 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings Suggested Pairings: Serve with grilled chicken, quinoa salad, or a fresh garden salad. #grilledzucchini #healthyrecipes #sidedish

Macaroni Salad Creamy Classic Macaroni Salad Ingredients: 3 cups elbow macaroni, cooked and drained 1 cup mayonnaise 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard 1/2 cup celery, finely chopped 1/2 cup red bell pepper, finely chopped 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped 2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped 1 teaspoon sugar Salt and black pepper to taste 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped (optional) Directions: Cook macaroni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water to cool. In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, sugar, salt, and pepper. Add cooled macaroni, celery, red bell pepper, red onion, and chopped eggs to the dressing. Mix well to combine. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving to let flavors meld. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving, if desired. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 25 minutes + chilling Kcal: 320 kcal | Servings: 6 servings #macaronisalad #creamsalad #classicrecipe #picnicfood #potluckideas #easyrecipes #summerrecipes #saladrecipe #comfortfood #familyfavorites #coldsalad #partyfood #easymeals #healthycomfortfood #homemadesalad #dinnerideas #sideDish #lunchideas #freshflavors #mealprep Creamy, tangy, and packed with veggies—this Classic Macaroni Salad is your next go-to for picnics and potlucks! Easy to make and loved by all.

Broccoli and Ramen Noodle Salad Crunchy Broccoli and Ramen Slaw Salad with Sweet Soy Dressing Ingredients: 2 cups fresh broccoli florets, chopped small 1 package (3 oz) ramen noodles, crushed (do not cook) 1/2 cup shredded carrots 1/2 cup red cabbage, thinly sliced 1/4 cup green onions, chopped 1/4 cup sunflower seeds 1/4 cup sliced almonds (toasted, optional) 1/3 cup neutral oil (like canola or vegetable) 3 tbsp rice vinegar 2 tbsp honey 1 tbsp soy sauce 1 tsp sesame oil Ramen seasoning packet (optional, use half or none for lower sodium) Salt and pepper to taste Directions: In a large mixing bowl, combine chopped broccoli, carrots, red cabbage, green onions, sunflower seeds, and almonds. Add crushed ramen noodles directly to the mix (uncooked). In a separate bowl, whisk together oil, rice vinegar, honey, soy sauce, sesame oil, and ramen seasoning (if using). Pour dressing over the salad and toss well to coat. Let sit for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow noodles to slightly soften and flavors to meld. Serve chilled or at room temperature. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 0 minutes | Total Time: 15 minutes Kcal: 295 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #ramensalad #broccolisalad #crunchysalad #easybbqsides #potluckrecipes #coleslawtwist #saladseason #noodlesalad #sidedishideas #asianinspiredsalad #quicklunchrecipe #picnicrecipes #ramenslaw #sweetsoydressing #healthyish #easyfreshsalad #veggielunch #saladwithcrunch #homemadesalad #coldsalad This Broccoli and Ramen Noodle Salad is a crunchy, tangy dream! No cooking required, just toss, chill, and enjoy the flavor explosion