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You know its fall when recipes call for cranberries…the thoughts of Thanksgiving and warm, comforting food comes to mind when the leaves begin to turn beautiful shades of red, orange and yellow. Well, there are no trees here in Manhattan (aside from Central Park), however, when I take my yearly pumpkin picking trip, I admire … Continued
Last night I had a bit of fun with my new chia seeds. Do you remember those commercials from the 90’s for the chia pets? Who would have thought chia seeds were a superfood and incredibly good for you? For centuries this tiny little seed was used as a staple food by the Indians of … Continued
This savory bulgur is hearty enough for a side dish and pairs well with chicken, tofu or fish. The summertime is a great excuse to add a touch of anti-oxidant rich garden herbs such as fresh mint and basil…Each bite is sure to lend a surprise to your taste buds. You can easily enjoy this … Continued
Last night I enjoyed this delicious salmon dish. The sweet raspberry salsa makes this salmon a perfect summertime meal. Ingredients 2 Salmon fillets 1/2 cup ground almonds 1 cup raspberries 1/4 cup cilantro, dried 1/4 cup wheat germ 2 eggs 2 tbsp. honey 2 tbsp. lemon juice 1/4 cup red onion, chopped 1/4 cup flax seeds … Continued
This dressing is incredibly versatile and can be used over any dish over mixed salad greens or a grilled vegetables, tofu, fish and chicken. Ingredients 1/2 ripe avocado 3 Tbsp. balsamic vinegar 1 garlic clove, chopped 1 tsp. lime juice 1 tsp. lemon juice 1 Tbsp. honey 3/4 cup olive oil 1/4 cup Greek yogurt, … Continued
This soup is a perfect side dish to cool you off on a warm summer day. I love carrots and pumpkin, therefore the tasty combo of these two delicious fibrous veggies makes a delicious soup. Carrots are an excellent source of antioxidant compounds and the richest vegetable source of the pro-vitamin A carotenes and pumpkin … Continued
This cooling summertime salad is a perfect compliment to any meal. Today for lunch I prepared this radish salad atop a mixture of leftover whole grains; brown rice and quinoa. For a fresh dinner idea, this salad also pairs well alongside grilled tempeh or tuna steak. Ingredients Salad: 4 radishes, thinly sliced 4 parsnips, thinly sliced 2 … Continued
Last night I decided to make use of my new box of parchment paper and create a healthy, fish dish. The Results: Amazing! I was thrilled my parchment experiment was a success- and the delicate fish flavor with veggies compliments any palate. Ingredients 1 Halibut fillet Asparagus 1 small Orange Parchment Paper (15 x … Continued
The simplicity of this versatile dish is amazing-especially when dressed with my Yogurt Dressing. These chickpeas serve up beautifully hot, cold or at room temperature. Ingredients 1 can Chickpeas, drained and rinsed 2 Tbsp. Curry Powder 2 Tbsp. Lemon Juice 2 Tbsp. Grain Mustard Dash of Garlic Powder Dash of Onion Powder Dash of Paprika … Continued
I love my hummus, especially when I have some extra time on my hands, I’ll go the extra step and prepare it myself…take a look and try it for yourself. Ingredients 1 can Garbanzo Beans, drained and rinsed 1 can Dark Red Kidney Beans, drained and rinsed 1/2 cup Black Beans, drained and rinsed 1/3 cup Fresh … Continued
