SERVES 4 Cauliflower mash pairs well with almost any protein, but it’s particularly good with Beef Cheek Braised with Tomatoes. INGREDIENTS 1 small head cauliflower, cut into florets 1 cup/240 ml Chicken Broth 3 pieces of bacon, diced ¼ cup/45 g leeks, thinly sliced 3…
SERVES 4 When fennel cooks, the strong licorice or anise flavor tends to subside and, as it caramelizes, the fennel takes on a sweeter flavor. This is the perfect accompaniment to grilled fish or chicken. INGREDIENTS 2 tbsp/30 g butter 2 medium fennel bulbs, halved…
SERVES 4 These radishes are tender, peppery and slightly sweet. The flavor is mild enough that they can be enjoyed alongside most entrees, but they are particular good with Panfried Filet with Shallot Sauce. INGREDIENTS 2 cups/400 g radishes, sliced and tops removed 2…
SERVES 4We often receive savoy cabbage from our CSA. This is one of my favorite ways to prepare it. The cabbage and carrots become sweeter as they cook, and the addition of bacon makes this a perfect marriage between sweet and savory. This is excellent served with my…
SERVES 4 This aromatic dish is the perfect accompaniment to roasted or pan-fried fish. Try it with my Panfried Cod with Herb Sauce. INGREDIENTS 2 tbsp/30 ml butter 1 small white onion, chopped 2 fennel bulbs, sliced 2 apples, cored and chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced…
SERVES 4 Although you can use any color sesame seeds, the black gives this dish an elegant feel. These green beans pair well with Macadamia-Crusted Duck Breast with Spicy “Soy” Ginger Sauce. INGREDIENTS 2 tbsp/30 ml coconut oil, preferably expeller-pressed 1 lb/455 g…
SERVES 4 When zucchini season rolls around, my fridge is usually overflowing, between the farmers’ market and the generosity of gardening friends. I am always looking for new ways to prepare zucchini, but this simple sautéed version with fresh herbs remains my…
Roasting beets seems to be the most common way of preparing the little red root veggies, and for good reason—it’s a tasty, easy way of cooking them. A few of the recipes in this chapter begin with roasted beets, so it only makes sense to start with a basic recipe for…
I absolutely love all pickles—cucumbers, okra, carrots, cauliflower—so if you can pickle it, I will probably eat it. It was only a matter of time before I started making my own. These pickled beets are delicious and make a great snack, and you can use the brine on any…
My mom is known for her awesome pesto. We used to have pasta with pesto all the time when I was younger, but now that we’re Paleo we like to serve it on chicken, shrimp, and even salads. The original recipe had Parmesan cheese in it, but we simply skip it and you can…
Spicy Green Hummus This light, Middle Eastern–inspired Paleo version of hummus is irresistible! The creamy avocados are perfectly offset by the pungent tahini and spicy cayenne pepper. Try adding roasted red peppers, roasted garlic, and other savory vegetables for…
Spicy Coconut Dipping Sauce This creamy, peppery dipping sauce is absolutely perfect when served atop crudités, chicken, shrimp, or as a drizzle over a medley of cooked vegetables on your dinner plate. The heat in this Spicy Coconut Dipping Sauce comes from the…