Persimmons are one of my favorite fall and winter fruits. While seasonally available only for a short time, their flavor is worth the wait. Replace persimmons with apples other times of year. PREP TIME 10 minutes COOKING TIME – YIELD 2 servings 4 cups…
The combination of the fresh citrus with the bite of the red onion makes this salad a delicious accompaniment to any fish or poultry dish. Try it alongside the Citrus Macadamia Nut Sole (recipe here) or Savory Baked Chicken Legs (recipe here). PREP TIME 10 minutes…
Raw kale can be tough to handle on its own, but by bruising it and combining it with lettuce, you can tastily add the nutrient-dense green to salads. PREP TIME 10 minutes COOKING TIME – YIELD 2 salads 2 cups kale, chopped 2 cups mixed greens 1 cup carrot,…
The most traditional Greek salads don’t include any lettuce, but this is my twist on the classic. PREP TIME 15 minutes COOKING TIME – YIELD 2 salads 4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped 1/2 cup cucumber slices 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 1/4 cup Kalamata…
If Caprese salad is one of your favorites at Italian restaurants, you’ll love this recipe. It’s especially great at a summertime cookout. PREP TIME 30 minutes COOKING TIME – YIELD 4-6 servings 4-6 zucchini/yellow squash (to yield 5 cups julienned) 1 cup…
Roasted onions are a lovely side dish to pair with any meat or to use as a base for a sauce or dressing. Check out the Roasted Allium Spread (recipe here) for one way to turn this simple side into a burger-friendly spread. PREP TIME 5 minutes COOKING TIME 30 minutes…
Roasted garlic adds a richness and depth of flavor to any dish. To replace fresh garlic with roasted garlic in recipes, use 2-3 cloves of roasted garlic per 1 clove of fresh garlic, as the taste of roasted garlic is very mild. PREP TIME 5 minutes COOKING TIME 45…
If you’re looking for a “fancier” way to prepare sweet potatoes, this is the recipe for you! By tossing the sliced potatoes in a “breading” of coconut or almond flour and mixing in your favorite spices, you can make this recipe a bit differently every time. Try…
Kids especially enjoy these chips! This is a quick way to make use of a lot of kale, and you’ll find yourself making this recipe often, as it goes faster than you’d expect! PREP TIME 10 minutes COOKING TIME 20 minutes YIELD 4 servings 2 bunches of curly kale…
Fresh figs are only in season for a couple of months each year—typically late summer into early fall in most parts of the U.S. They have an entirely different taste and texture from dried figs, which are great used in sauces, as in the Balsamic-Fig Compote see here….
This sweet and savory dish is great when paired with any type of roasted or grilled meat, and it also works well as a side dish to eggs in the morning. PREP TIME 15 minutes COOKING TIME 20-30 minutes YIELD 4 servings 1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced 1…
This recipe calls for sunchokes and parsnips, but this simple roasting method and flavor combination is perfect for any root vegetable. Try it with carrots or sweet potatoes, or combine one white and one orange-colored vegetable for a more colorful presentation. PREP…