Salads with scallions

4 large artichokes 1/2 teaspoon cumin seed 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons sherry wine vinegar 2 teaspoons finely chopped oregano salt[...]

1 lb carrot , sliced 3/4 inch thick on the diagonal 1 head cauliflower , cored and cut into florets (3 pounds) 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin 3 tablespoons[...]

1 1/2 cups thawed frozen corn 1 1/2 lbs boiling potatoes , quartered lengthwise and cut into ¾ inch slices 2 green bell peppers , roasted and cut into ½ inch[...]