Cuisine: Vegetarian
Grilled Corn with Queso Fresco, Lime & Chili
Try this classic Mexican Grilled Corn with Queso Fresco, Lime & Chili for your next backyard BBQ. Queso Fresco is a creamy, soft, and mild un-aged white Miexican cheese.
By - Prep: 5 mins
- Cook: 10 mins
- Yields: 4 Servings
Spicy Black Bean Quinoa Burgers
These Spicy Black Bean Quinoa Burgers are well worth the effort. These high-fiber, plant protein burgers are nestled on a kale salad with roasted chickpeas. I have to say, they are delicious. A high-fiber diet lowers your risk for colon cancer.
- Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 30 mins
- Yields: 5 Servings
Broccoli & Chickpea Salad
I have to say, this Broccoli & Chickpea Salad is really delicious. It would be great to pack in your lunch and it will last a few days in the refrigerator. It's very light and extremely healthy! If only you could pack this in your kid's lunch.....
- Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 5 mins
- Yields: 4 Servings
Carrot and Radish Salad
This Carrot and Radish Salad is very light, crisp, and refreshing. This salad also has the benefits of having anti-cancer and anti-inflammatory properties.
- Prep: 10 mins
- Yields: 4 Servings
Caprese Omelette
Caprese Salad in Italian: Insalata Caprese, meaning "Salad of Capri", is a simple Italian salad, made of sliced fresh mozzarella, tomatoes and basil, seasoned with salt, and olive oil. It was made to resemble the colors of the Italian flag: red, white, and green. In Italy, it is usually served as an antipasto (starter). Using the same ingredients, I made this Caprese Omelette for breakfast.
- Prep: 5 mins
- Cook: 10 mins
- Yields: 1 Serving
Artichoke & Spinach Swirls
I always have a box of puff pastry dough in my freezer. It makes creating party-worthy appetizers quick and easy. These Artichoke & Spinach Swirls are super easy to make using frozen puff pastry. You can make 2 rolls and keep them in the freezer to pull out and slice off for an effortless hors d'oeuvre for holiday entertaining.
- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 15 mins
- Yields: Makes 40 Swirls
Gin Flambéed Olives
Proceed with caution!
I would suggest making these Gin Flambéed Olives outside! These are very good, if you like olives, though I would urge you to invite a firefighter to your party!
- Prep: 5 mins
- Cook: 10 mins
- Yields: 6 Servings
Fagioli Al Uccelletto “Tuscan Baked Beans”
These are the beans I served with the Italian-Style Slow-Roasted Pork Roast with Oranges & Onions . They go perfectly with it. You can use canned beans instead of soaking the beans overnight, if you want to make it easier. These beans are a typical dish from Tuscany, particularly in the Florence area.
- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 2 hrs
- Yields: 8 Servings
Steel-Cut Oatmeal for the Freezer
Steel-cut oats are far superior to instant or rolled oats. The texture is better and they are less processed, which means they are better for you. Steel-Cut Oatmeal for the Freezer is an easy and healthy breakfast. Just microwave a serving every morning!
- Prep: 5 mins
- Cook: 30 mins
- Yields: Makes 21 cups or 7 servings
Orzo Salad with Cherry Tomatoes & Herbs
Since the grilling season is upon us, I think it’s great to have many make-ahead side dishes up your sleeve.
This salad with cherry tomatoes and fresh herbs is a delicious and easy-to-make summer salad. It is made with orzo pasta, cherry tomatoes, fresh herbs, and a simple lemon vinaigrette dressing. The salad is light and refreshing, and it is perfect for a picnic, potluck, or barbecue. Feel free to add some cheese, like feta or fresh mozzarella.
- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 10 mins
- Yields: 6 Servings
