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Tasty Eats // A favorite chopped salad

I saw this chopped salad recipe floating around pinterest a while back, and couldn't wait to try it! It's actually a Biggest Loser recipe, and it looked so fresh, simple and healthy, which are all great things in my book.

Chopped salads are always a favorite of mine, since you get little bits of each ingredient in each bite :) It turns out I loved this one, too - it's great as a side salad, but can easily be turned into a meal by adding grilled chicken, too.

It's so easy to throw together, and the bright flavors will keep this one a staple through the summer months!

 

Easy Chopped Salad

- 1 head fresh lettuce (I love Romaine, but any kind will work)
- 1 large English Cucumber
- 2 large ripe tomatoes, or a handful of cherry tomatoes
- 1/4 small red onion
- 1 bunch fresh basil
- 1/3 cup olive oil (for dressing)
- 4 Tbsp. lemon juice (for dressing)
- 1 tsp. honey (for dressing)
- lots of salt and pepper, to taste
- grilled chicken, optional

 

For the salad, wash and dry the lettuce, and tear or cut it into bite-size pieces. Peel and de-seed the cucumber, and cut into bite-size bits. Wash the tomatoes, and chop them into bite-sized pieces. Peel the onion, and slice as thinly as possible. Wash and roughly chop or chiffonade the basil.

Toss the above ingredients into a large bowl, and mix together until well combined.

For the dressing, whisk together the lemon juice, honey, and lots of salt and pepper. Whisk in the olive oil until well combined.

Add the dressing to the salad, and toss and serve immediately. If using, top with grilled chicken for a more filling salad. Enjoy!

I've also added goodies like chopped avocado, garbanzo beans, crumbled blue cheese, feta, artichoke hearts, kalamata olives, etc... it's all yummy!

Happy Tuesday!

Currently Loving // April

It's that time again, folks! Another round of my monthly favorites :)

By the way, I apologize for the slight radio silence this past week... between traveling to LA, helping throw a baby shower, taking a trip to Disneyland, and visiting with my fab sister-in-law all week, I haven't had a ton of time to blog. BUT, I did want to pop in with some of my favorite finds this month!

1 // Paddle Cactus Print // Banquet Atelier & Workshop / $38 - Love this black + white cactus print - it has such a fun silhouette!

2 // Princeton Senior Wall Sconce // Schoolhouse Electric & Supply Co. / $199 - This is such a classic-looking wall sconce that manages to be both modern + traditional... It would work in countless styles + spaces!

3 // Kelly Wearstler Bengal Bazaar Pillow // Sparkmodern on etsy / $80 - Like everything Kelly Wearstler touche, her textile line is pretty awesome. This print is one of my favorites, and if you're looking for some gorgeous designer pillows, Sparkmodern has an amazing selection.

4 // Porcelain and Leather Hanging Planter // farah sit / $45 - I've mentioned before that plants seem to make every room better, and I love the idea of hanging a pretty plant on the wall like art... this simple white porcelain and leather version is minimal and gorgeous.

5 // Modern Drama Faceted Table Lamp // JC Penney / $125 - I've been really impressed with the lighting selection at JC Penney lately! They have some great options, and this table lamp in particular would make such a modern + chic statement.

6 // Rustic Storage Side Table // West Elm / $249 - This table has been around for a while now, but I LOVE the rustic meets modern-industrial quality of it. The lines are simple and streamlined, it provides hidden storage, and the materials add some nice texture. West Elm also has a coffee and console table version, which is cool.

7 // Tork Brass Dripping Round Mirror // cb2 / $229 - Love the simplicity and finish of this mirror, and the 30" diameter is a great size.

8 // Gold Leaf Agate Bookends // High Street Market / $58 - I already have a set of blue agate bookends, but I love this more purple-toned set with the gold leaf detail. So pretty!

Interiors i love // Neutral Spaces with Black Accents

I've noticed that I've been so drawn to neutral spaces with black accents lately. Sometimes a completely neutral space with only shades of white and tan can be a little boring, so I like the contrast + drama that adding a little black provides.

Here are some spaces that have been really catching my eye lately:

Love those minimal black floor lamps and the black striped curtains.

 

The black picture frames are arranged in a sleek grid pattern, and the pillows add some black pattern as well. Sidenote - I think those IKEA Stockholm pillows may be the most versatile cushions ever.

 

I am obsessed with this slipcovered sectional. It's great-looking, but also has such a casual, cozy feel to it, too. I like that the black accents are subtle here - in the pillow patterns and the tripod floorlamp in the background.

 

Black curtains add instant drama, and I think they work well in this room because it's so light and bright everywhere else. I also like the addition of the black cabinet and the black lamp shade...

 

This room has a whole lot of black going on, but it's balanced nicely with the oversized white lampshade, bright white walls, and warm wood floors.

 

I'm usually not a huge window valence fan, but these black ones look nice and modern, especially against the bamboo blinds. I also love that the black valance works so well with that great wallpaper, and the addition of the black lamp shades is the perfect finishing touch.

 

This is another subtle use of black, but I absolutely love the way the table legs, Eames rocker, and black vase contrast with all of the lighter tones in the room.

 

One thing I noticed about all of these spaces is the black accents are balanced with plenty of white, wood, natural tones/textures, and greenery - plants just make every room better!

 

Happy Thursday!