Hey there olive lovers! The recipe for these olives came from my good friend (and chef extraordinaire!) Mosh. I couldn't stop eating these -- and I'll bet you can't have just one!

Serves 6
I was inspired to make this salad on a recent trip to Israel. At one of the hotels, they served a variant of this salad. The combination of the kick from the radish, the tartness of the dried cranberry and the tang of the dressing makes for the perfect flavorful bite – and the color, it’s so pretty!

My mother used to make a variant of this dish and my sister gave me the recipe. I couldn’t copy the flavor exactly, but I was pretty happy with these results – and so is everyone else who tries it! It’s a great spread for your challah or a dip for your vegetables and pita chips. I take my leftovers to work for snacking on with baby carrots. Even my kids love this tangy dish.

Serves 8
Adding a bit of cooked tabouli to your Israeli salad changes the whole texture and feel of this dish. Some add chopped mint or parsley. Everyone serves it with lemon juice, olive oil and a pinch of salt. You can find Tabouli in the rice aisle or ethnic food section of your local supermarket. You can use plain, unflavored Tabouli, or the even the pre-seasoned brands. (Similar to buying a box of rice pilaf.) The Tabouli only takes a minute to prepare, and another 5 minutes until it’s ready!


Serves 8 as a main dish or 12 as a side salad.
Packed with all kinds of nutrients, this pasta salad could be served as a meal on its own. You can be creative with the shape of the pasta you choose to use, or can stick with your usual. The broccoli and dried cranberries add a lot of color to this dish, and if you opt to use cashews, you'll end up with some bonus protein too!




















In honor of Israel’s Independence Day, we’re showing you how to make the perfect Israeli salad.
