Cuisine: Vegetarian
Israeli Couscous with Chopped Vegetables, Chickpeas, and Artichokes
Israeli couscous" is actually pasta, it's also called pearl couscous. This Israeli Couscous with Chopped Vegetables, Chickpeas, and Artichokes is a perfect dish to bring on a picnic or outdoor concert. I used Trader Joe's Harvest Blend Israeli Couscous.
By - Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 10 mins
- Yields: 4 - 6 Servings
Avocado Basil Hummus
This Avocado Basil Hummus is so absolutely delicious. The avocado and fresh basil really takes your ordinary hummus to a whole new level. Warning - it's addictive!
- Prep: 10 mins
- Yields: Makes about 2¼ cups
Arugula and Peach Salad with Pistachio Goat’s Cheese Balls
This Arugula and Peach Salad with Pistachio Goat's Cheese Balls is a delicious salad, which could almost pass as a dessert.
- Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 10 mins
- Yields: 4 Servings
Basil Cream Sauce
This Basil Cream Sauce is very versatile. You can use it for a sauce for chicken, shrimp, salmon, and fish. It would also be good as a dip for fresh vegetables.
- Prep: 5 mins
- Yields: Makes ½ cup
Frida Kahlo’s Zucchini Salad
Frida Kahlo’s Zucchini Salad is a delicious and refreshing summer salad.In the 1930s, artists Diego Rivera and Frida Kahlo often hosted festive dinner parties—which Frida called “día de los manteles largos,” the days of the long tablecloth—at their Mexico City home. The recipe for this simple Mexican salad of grilled zucchini, avocado, and salty, crumbled añjeo cheese (or Parmesan) was served at a dinner party attended by Mexican composer Carlos Chávez and Nelson Rockefeller. It comes from Frida’s Fiestas written by her step-daughter Guadalupe Rivera and Marie-Pierre Cole.
- Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 15 mins
- Yields: 6 - 8 Servings
Mashed Potato Casserole with Sage and Fontina
There's no need to slave away making mashed potatoes at the last minute! This creamy, cheesy, crispy baked mashed-potato casserole is the perfect make-ahead dish. The potatoes get mashed with a creamy, tangy mix of crème fraîche, fontina, butter, parsley and sage. It's simply divine.
- Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 45 mins
- Yields: 8 - 10 Servings
Asparagus, Corn, Tomato & Feta Salad
This Asparagus, Corn, Tomato & Feta Salad is not only beautiful, but also delicious. It's a great summer side dish and perfect to bring as a potluck. You can substitute the feta with your favorite cheese, like mozzarella or goat cheese.
- Prep: 5 mins
- Cook: 10 mins
- Yields: 6 Servings
Asparagus with Wasabi Mayonnaise
I remember first having this Asparagus with Wasabi Mayonnaise years ago at a party in Indiana on Lake Michigan. The combination of wasabi, mayo, soy sauce, lemon juice and a pinch of sugar is ambrosial. I don't even like wasabi!
- Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 5 mins
Lemon Marinated Tortellini, Basil & Tomato Skewers
These Lemon Marinated Tortellini, Basil & Tomato Skewers are very easy to make and perfect for a summer party.
- Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 5 mins
- Yields: Makes 20 skewers
Baby Zucchini Sautéed with Garlic & Balsamic
People love baby versions of vegetables. This Baby Zucchini Sautéed with Garlic & Balsamic is quick, easy and very flavorful.
- Prep: 30 mins
- Cook: 5 mins
- Yields: 4 Servigs
