Pasta is really a blank slate that can take on countless flavor combinations. And pasta salad is one of my all-time favorite side dishes. It can be served warm or cold so it's perfect for any season.

Not all salads need to start with a base of greens. Some of our favorites are a mix of the best vegetables of the season. In spring, we like to char fava beans and toss them with garlic ...

In the original version all the lettuces were grilled, and the salad was served warm. I prefer to enjoy this lightly chilled ...

An easy veggie salad to serve at barbecues ... Heat a griddle pan over a high heat or prepare your barbecue until medium hot. Mix the onions, courgettes, aubergine and peppers in a bowl and ...

Shake off all the water and transfer the barley to a large bowl. 2. Cut the grilled vegetables into bite-size pieces and add to the barley. Add the walnut dressing, lemon juice and chives and ...

Here, I have drizzled it over some char-grilled vegetables, but it is equally as good poured over some barbecued chicken, or try brushing it over fish before baking it in the oven.

A char-grilled vegetable salad is a wonderful summery addition to the table. If you can, grill the vegetables on a barbecue earlier in the day to allow the flavours to infuse. And then cook the ...