I got this off TikTok, and she recommended it as a dressing for just a random mixture of chopped vegetables. 1/3 c cashews1/3 c water 1/4 c olive oil2T coconut aminos15 sesame oil1t minced garlic1t fresh ginger 1T sriracha (I had a serrano pepper so I put that in instead)a couple dried porcini mushrooms blend … Read more
I’ve been on a Chinese food kick lately, mostly working off recipes on the Woks of Life website, which was recommended to me by Theresa Mah. Their pad thai proclaimed to have “authentic” flavor, so I made it as directed, including the dried shrimp. As soon as I dumped the stuff in the pan though, … Read more
This is a really simple but super yummy side dish. It’s also healthy and filling! 1 clove garlic, minced 1t Italian seasoning mix1/2c farro1c water (use half chicken broth)1 bunch kale, trimmed and sliced into ribbons Saute the garlic and seasoning mix for 30 seconds in a drizzle of olive oil. Add the farro and … Read more
Makes 4 small salads 222 calories, 10g protein Dressing makes 9T; each tablespoon is about 35 calories 4c greens (arugula, spinach, kale, leaf lettuce …) 1 large carrot1/3c pepitas (green pumpkin seeds) 1c edamame1 avocado1 beet, sliced into sticks 3T apple cider vinegar2T lime juice 2T olive oil2T honey 1t dijon mustard 1T chopped mint … Read more
This is an absolutely magical salad. The flavors combine for pure perfection. 1 small head cauliflower1 can chickpeas (2c, if you’re cooking your own)1 medium red apple1 shallot lots of parsley and mint 2T grainy mustard 2T honey1/4c olive oil2T waterjuice & zest of 1 lime (about 2T juice) 2 firm avocados Makes 4 servings. … Read more
I came across this recipe as a suggested topping for roast radishes and it’s super yummy! It also comes together pretty easily in the cuisinart. Makes 1/2 cup, 75 calories per tablespoon. 1/2c fresh parsley leaves 1/4c fresh mint leaves 2T fresh oregano leaves1T capers 1 small garlic clove (slice it before you pop it … Read more
This is a super yummy and filling salad that can be either a main dish or a side. As written below, I think there might even be a bit too much fruit. I think I would cut it down to 1/3c of each raisins and dried cranberries. The pecan-fruit mixture has 275 calories and 5g … Read more
This is such a yummy twist on coleslaw, without all that goopy mayonnaise. The pine nuts give it a terrific little something. But if you don’t have any on hand, walnuts would make an acceptable sub. I got it from The Spruce Eats and modified it. Makes 9, 1/2-cup servings; 123 calories per serving 1/3c … Read more
There is something just magical about the combination of white wine, lemon & capers. It creates a flavor blend that elevates absolutely everything. To wit: I found this fish recipe on Pinterest (I did make a few tweaks); but instead of sopping up the broth with crusty bread as recommended by the author, I stirred … Read more
I started with a recipe I found on Pinterest, but I automatically omitted the yellow curry powder it called for (because I hate that stuff!); and after I made it, I decided that it had called for way too much ginger. I now feel vindicated because after doing a Google search I find that most … Read more