PREP TIME 40 minutes COOKING TIME 50 minutes YIELD 20-24 dolmas (serves 4 as an entrée) 1 tablespoon coconut oil 1 small onion, finely diced 1 lb ground lamb 1 teaspoon nutmeg 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 1 teaspoon cumin 1 teaspoon dried oregano 2 tablespoons dried...
Tomatillo shrimp cocktail
Shrimp cocktail is a classic favorite amongst my friends, and it makes an appearance at every party we throw. Enjoy this variation on the classic sauce that’s typically made with red tomatoes. PREP TIME 40 minutes COOKING TIME 5 minutes YIELD Approximately 1 cup of...
Quick & easy salmon cakes
If you’re looking to dress-up the wild canned salmon you’ve been buying, this is the recipe for you! It’s quick and easy, and it can be made mostly from the ingredients you tend to have on-hand. PREP TIME 10 minutes COOKING TIME 20 minutes YIELD 4 patties 2...
Pesto shrimp & squash fettuccine
If you miss pasta, zucchini noodles are a fantastic replacement. They’re more flavorful, nutrient-dense, and can carry a sauce just like other noodles. Use a julienne or regular vegetable peeler to make them, depending upon the shape of noodles you want. PREP TIME 30...
Lemon rosemary broiled salmon
Homemade Rosemary Salt (recipe here) has been a go-to in my kitchen for a long time. This recipe was a happy-accident since I never would have thought to pair rosemary with fish, but I tried it—and it was delicious! PREP TIME 5 minutes COOKING TIME 15 minutes YIELD...
Asian orange pan-seared scallops
Scallops are very simple to cook, but they require your undivided attention as over-cooking them will yield a rubbery result. This recipe is ideal to use with fresh scallops; it is not recommended for previously frozen scallops because they tend to give off a lot of...
Red palm & coriander tuna over daikon noodle salad
Grilled tuna is a fantastic treat, especially in the summertime. The cold daikon noodle salad is a fresh and tasty way to compliment the grilled fish. If you don’t have an outdoor grill, a grill pan will do the trick! PREP TIME 25 minutes COOKING TIME 10 minutes YIELD...
Grilled garlic flank steak with peppers & onions
This is one of those go-to recipes for any weeknight or a cookout. Use leftover steak to top a salad or to pair with eggs for breakfast the next morning. PREP TIME 20 minutes COOKING TIME 10-15 minutes YIELD 3-4 meal-sized servings 3 cloves garlic, grated or...
Hayley’s skirt steak tacos
Lettuce tacos are one of my favorite go-to weeknight meals. I wrap nearly any kind of protein in lettuce, and top it with avocado. This recipe is named after Hayley Mason, co-author of “Make it Paleo,” who originated it. PREP TIME 20 minutes COOKING TIME 10-15 minutes...
Stuffed cabbage rolls with tomato cranberry sauce
This is a dish my mom has made for as long as I can remember. Her original recipe calls for canned, pre-made cranberry sauce, but this is a healthy alternative. Make a double batch and freeze them for later. PREP TIME 30 minutes COOKING TIME 45 minutes YIELD 12-15...