<span class=”mce_SELRES_start” style=”width: 0px; line-height: 0; overflow: hidden; display: inline-block;” data-mce-type=”bookmark”></span> Lemon lentils and rice Ingredients: 2 tbsp unsalted butter 1 onion, diced ¼ tsp sugar 2 garlic cloves, minced ½ cup finely diced carrot 1 bay leaf 1 tsp lemon pepper ½ tsp thyme 1 ½ tsp sea salt 1 cup brown lentils, rinsed […]
Cumin-Scented Apple Walnut Quinoa Salad
&lt;span class=”mce_SELRES_start” style=”width: 0px; line-height: 0; overflow: hidden; display: inline-block;” data-mce-type=”bookmark”&gt;&lt;/span&gt; Ingredients: For the quinoa: 1 cup uncooked quinoa, rinsed and drained 1 1/4 cups chicken stock(or water) 1/2 tsp sea salt Dressing: 1 garlic clove, minced 1 tbsp pure maple syrup 6 tbsp fresh lemon juice 1 tsp sea salt (or to taste) 1/4 […]
Red Rice
<span class=”mce_SELRES_start” style=”width: 0px; line-height: 0; overflow: hidden; display: inline-block;” data-mce-type=”bookmark”></span> Ingredients: -2 tbsp of unsalted butter -I onion diced -2 garlic cloves minced -1 bay leaf -1/4 teaspoon of chili flakes or one chili, diced -2 teaspoons of sea salt -1 teaspoon of cumin (optional) – 2 cups of Jasmine rice – 4 cups […]
Cauliflower Fried Rice
Ingredients: 1 Tbsp grape seed oil 1 small onion, diced 4 cups cauliflower rice 3/4 cup shredded carrot 1 garlic clove, minced 1 tsp minced ginger 1/2 tsp sugar 1/4 tsp chili flakes 1 Tbsp soy sauce 1 Tbsp Tamari (dark soy sauce) 1/2 tsp sesame oil 2 eggs, beaten 1/2 tsp sea salt(if needed) Directions: […]
Koshari (Egyptian Rice and Lentils)
This dish is one of my go to meatless dishes that I grew up with. We also usually had it for Easter on Good Friday. Rice mixed with green lentils, served with caramalized onions (the best part), and topped off with a spicy tangy tomato sauce! Traditionally, the onions are deep fried until crispy. But I […]
Jamaican Butternut Squash and Chickpea Curry
I love Jamaican Chicken Curry! So I thought, why not do a version without the chicken, since I always forget to etiher take out the chicken from the freezer to defrost, or I don’t have time to pick it up. I love butternut squash because it’s so hearty, and it’s also so healthy. That, along with […]
Simple Roasted Asparagus
Simple Roasted Asparagus I love asparagus, and I love how simple it is to prepare. Just roast them on a baking sheet, and 7-10 minutes later, it’s a perfect veggie side dish to go with just about any meat, poultry or fish. Ingredients: 1 Bunch Asparagus, washed and trimmed Olive Oil Salt and pepper Directions: […]
Baked Vegetable Crostini Recipe
Lots of veggies, baked with 2 different cheeses, and bread to soak it all up! This is a great party appetizer! Ingredients: 1 tbsp olive oil 8 oz sliced mushrooms 1 onion, sliced 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 bay leaf 1/2 tsp dried thyme leaves 3/4 tsp salt, divided 1/4 tsp pepper 1 tsp homemade […]
Spicy Eggplant Dip
We love this spicy dip in our house! My kids especially. This is my husband’s creation inspired by an Egyptian eggplant casserole! This is a great appetizer, a really good snack, or with breakfast, lunch or dinner! Enjoy! Ingredients: 1 Medium Eggplant 2 Tbsp of Grapeseed oil 3 garlic cloves 3 green finger chilies 1 […]