Salad

Using a mandoline to slice the carrots turns them into ribbons, and cooking them briefly keeps them from being too crunchy. If you don't have a mandolin, use a vegetable peeler.

You can't have a great Caesar Salad without a great Caesar dressing. Oh, look: Here's one!

You'll want to make this recipe part of your summer repertoire; it's the perfect side dish for a barbecue or picnic. It's equally delicious warm, cold, or at room temperature.

Gently poach chicken breasts, or use purchased rotisserie chicken for this bright salad.