Serving up Summer Salads, and NEW guide to dining in Glacier National Park


June 2nd 2026

Postcards from My Montana Kitchen

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Summer Salads

I am currently on a self-imposed, 30-day vegan challenge. As featured on my social media, I have removed all dairy and animal products from my diet. I am doing this not to lose weight, but rather to understand how I can enjoy healthier eating as I age, reduce my carbon footprint by eating less meat, and increase the amount of fruits and vegetables I am consuming for overall health. Participating in this vegan challenge, I am eating significantly more salad than usual - and I love a big salad.

This week, I am sharing a few of my favorite salad recipes, plus a recipe for a fantastic avocado salad dressing that I have been using.

Summer Salads

Summer

Salmon Salad

Bursting with bright colors and nutrient rich ingredients, this no-cook summer salmon salad will be the hit of your next dinner.

Summer

Chickpea Salad

This anti-inflammatory & mouth-watering lemony spinach chickpea salad is packed with golden raisins, fresh greens, pistachios, avocado, and everything you should be eating right now.

Dine in Glacier National Park

2026 Guide Post

Learn about NEW spots that we love inside and just outside the Park. Plus, what’s NEW for the entry requirements for Glacier this year.

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Creamy Avocado Lime Dressing

Dress up any salad with this fresh drizzle for a zesty, creamy finish.

Prep time: 10 min | Serves: 8

Best made the day before.

Ingredients:

  • 1 ripe avocado
  • Juice of 2 limes
  • ¼ cup water
  • ½ cup olive oil
  • ¼ tsp red pepper flakes
  • ¼ tsp kosher salt
  • 1 clove garlic, peeled
  • 1 tsp fresh ginger, optional
  • 1 TBSp fresh dill, optional

Instructions:

  • Puree all ingredients in a high-speed blender until smooth. Store in an air-tight container in the fridge up to three days.

See you next time!

Meggen Wilson

Pine and Palm Kitchen | Wild Montana Foods, Founder

Whitefish, Montana
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