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The Ultimate Cookbook
By The Coastal Kitchen
Series: Ultimate Cookbooks
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Transform your salads from a side dish to the star of your dining table with 250+ vibrant recipes in this comprehensive guide. Say goodbye to store-bought dressings and hello to fresh, customisable options. With salads inspired by the flavours of the Mediterranean, Asia, the Americas, and... Read More
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Transform your salads from a side dish to the star of your dining table with 250+ vibrant recipes in this comprehensive guide.

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Transform your salads from a side dish to the star of your dining table with 250+ vibrant recipes in this comprehensive guide.

Say goodbye to store-bought dressings and hello to fresh, customisable options. With salads inspired by the flavours of the Mediterranean, Asia, the Americas, and beyond, you’ll learn to incorporate herbs and spices to create dishes that are both familiar and refreshingly new. Master the art of homemade dressings and vinaigrettes with easy-to-follow recipes that will elevate your salads with a burst of flavour.

Inside you’ll find:

  • 300 healthy and satisfying recipes, from detoxifying greens to protein-packed power bowls
  • Expert tips and techniques for selecting the best produce, combining textures and flavours for maximum impact, and strategies to make preparation quick and effortless
  • Beautiful, full-colour photography to showcase the beauty and range of ingredients
  • Diverse dishes with innovative uses of grains, fruits, and proteins
  • Accommodations for dietary preferences and restrictions, including vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and low-carb options

This collection of recipes is a testament to the endless possibilities that come from tossing simple ingredients with creativity. Redefine what a salad can be with this ultimate cookbook.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781400349524

Publisher: HarperCollins Focus

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 14 August 2025

Country: United States

Imprint: Cider Mill Press Book Publishers LLC

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 41.0mm

Width: 192.0mm

Height: 277.0mm

Weight: 1654g

Pages: 704

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About the Author

The Coastal Kitchen believes that food is the easiest way to create the connection and meaning we all need in our lives. To help build this foundation, our editors work to bring the very best recipes, techniques, and ideas from the culinary world into your home, creating books that emphasize quality, accessibility, and simplicity, and make it a bit easier to infuse your life with balance, joy, and beauty.

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