Cuisine: Vegetarian
Smoked Olives
My sister-in-law Rhonda brought us these smoked olives from the Suffolk Smokehouse and Deli in the UK. People go crazy for them. They go great with cocktails, beer, and wine.
- Prep: 5 mins
- Cook: 45 mins
- Yields: Makes 3 cups
Artichoke-Dill Dressing
Marinated artichokes kicks this dressing up a notch. This Artichoke-Dill Dressing has many uses - crostini, potato salad, dip, dressing, etc. The possibilities are endless.
- Prep: 5 mins
- Yields: Makes 1 cup
Toasted Farro & Asparagus Salad
Toasted Farro & Asparagus Salad is a delicious way to eat asparagus, it’s great for a weekday lunch. Farro is a food composed of the grains of certain wheat species. Because it contains more fiber than other popular grains like rice or even quinoa, farro might have even more positive benefits when it comes to digestion and cardiovascular health. It's also exceptionally high in protein for a grain and supplies more than 10 different vitamins and minerals.
- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 35 mins
- Yields: 4 Servings
Sautéed String Beans with Garlic
These Sautéed String Beans with Garlic are from Din Tai Fung, which is a restaurant originating in Taiwan, specializing in xiaolongbao (steamed dumplings). They have branches in Japan, the US, South Korea, Singapore, China, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Malaysia, Australia, and Thailand. It was named one of the top ten restaurants in the world by The New York Times on January 17, 1993. Everything they serve is amazing. The string beans are like no other, crispy, yet tender and silky.
- Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 10 mins
- Yields: 4 Servings
Indian Chickpea Curry with Spinach
Indian Chickpea Curry with Spinach is a super flavorful, vegetarian side dish. The fresh spinach provides a wide variety of important vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Chickpeas, which are also packed with many vital nutrients, are a great vegetarian source of protein and fiber.
- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 1 hrs
- Yields: 4 - 6 Servings
Chipotle-Lime Cauliflower Tacos
These Chipotle-Lime Cauliflower Tacos will be a hit at your Cinco de Mayo party. The chipotle-lime marinade gives the cauliflower a smoky and tangy flavor. Add them to your buffet and your vegetarian friends will be very pleased. Not only are these super healthy and nutritious, but also delicious.
- Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 20 mins
- Yields: 4 Servings
Chipotle-Cheddar Corn Casserole
This Chipotle-Cheddar Corn Casserole recipe brings out the sweetness of the corn and has a subtle kick from the chipotle. With the addition of creamy cheddar cheese it makes a delicious side dish that can be made ahead.
- Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 30 mins
- Yields: 6 Servings
Roasted Broccoli & Cauliflower with Manchego
Roasted Broccoli & Cauliflower with Manchego is all done on a sheet pan. The Manchego, which is undoubtedly Spain’s most famous cheese, adds a sweet, salty and lightly nutty taste to the vegetables.
- Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 25 mins
- Yields: 4 - 6 Servings
Radish Crostini with Lemon Cheese Spread
Radish Crostini with Lemon Cheese Spread makes a great hors d'oeuvres for a party. It's light, lemony and very refreshing.
- Prep: 15 mins
- Yields: 4 Servings
Spice-Roasted Carrots
These Spice-Roasted Carrots are really flavorful. I used baby rainbow carrots. Roasting them brings out the natural sweetness of the carrots. They are good hot, warm or room temperature.
- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 1 hrs
- Yields: 8 Servings