One bite of this recipe and I’m brought back to the age of twelve. More specifically, I’m brought back to the table in my great grandmother’s Upper West Side apartment in New York City. It tastes exactly like the authentic pâté I ate back then, surrounded by my…
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Creamy cauliflower hummus
This twist on the traditional Mediterranean favorite tastes exactly the same as the chickpea (garbanzo bean) variety. PREP TIME 15 minutes COOKING TIME – YIELD Approximately 2 cups 4 cups cauliflower, steamed 2 tablespoons tahini (sesame paste) 1/4 cup +…
Mixed greens salad with persimmons, asparagus & fennel
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…
Spinach salad with walnuts & artichokes
The combination of the crunchy walnuts and the creamy artichoke hearts pairs well with the crisp spinach. PREP TIME 10 minutes COOKING TIME – YIELD 2 servings 4 cups of baby spinach 1/2 cup raw beets, sliced into matchstick-sized pieces (optional) 1/2 of…
Flank steak salad with fruit & balsamic vinaigrette
Grilled flank steak is a fantastic protein to cook up and have on-hand to use in a variety of ways. PREP TIME 10 minutes COOKING TIME – YIELD 1 meal-sized salad 1 cup dressing/16 servings 2 cups baby spinach or mixed greens 4-8 ounces Garlic Flank Steak…
Mixed greens salad with beets & blood oranges
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…
Kale & carrot salad with lemon-tahini dressing
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,…
Greek salad with avo-ziki dressing
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…
Summer squash caprese noodle salad
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…
Rainbow red cabbage salad
Bring this bright and crisp salad to a party or barbecue to make a colorful impression! This salad pairs nicely with the Citrus Macadamia Nut Sole see here. PREP TIME 30 minutes COOKING TIME – YIELD 4-6 servings 1 cup red cabbage, finely sliced or…
Roasted pearl onions
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…
Red roasted garlic
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…












