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Vegetarian
Crispy Zucchini Quinoa Patties
Crispy Zucchini Quinoa Patties (top with Avocado and Caramelized Sweet Onions) This is so delicious by itself, with a salad or topped with avocado or mashed avocado with caramelized sweet onions. Try it with a side of pickles! I made 16 patties out of this recipe. 3/4 cup organic quinoa 1 medium zucchini, grated in … Continue reading
Lemony Arugula Salad with Crispy Polenta
We have salad with our dinner almost every day. I love arugula and the addition of the crispy polenta was delightful. Serves 4 4 ounces arugula 2 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil juice of 1/2 a lemon (about a tablespoon); for a more lemony flavor put 2 tablespoons cracked peppercorn 2 to 3 Tablespoons capers … Continue reading
Tofu Parmigiana with Marinara Sauce
1 package extra-firm tofu, drained (roughly 14 oz) 1 teaspoon sea salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper 2 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese, plus extra for serving 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning 1 egg 2 tablespoon olive oil jar of marinara sauce Pat tofu dry with paper towel to remove as much moisture as possible. … Continue reading
Parmesan Pecan Crusted Mozzarella Salad
The mozzarella rounds are fried in a skillet so that they’re crisp on the outside and slightly melted on the inside. Serves 3-4. 1/2 cup prepared balsamic vinaigrette (1 part balsamic to 4 part olive oil, e.g. 1 teaspoon balsamic to 4 teaspoon olive oil) 2 teaspoon Dijon mustard (I used whole grain Dijon) 1 … Continue reading
Patatas Bravas (crispy potatoes with salsa brava *spicy*)
The first time I tried Patatas Bravas was at a Spanish tapas restaurant called Picasso’s. The sauce is spicy but not too spicy that would render the dish not enjoyable after a few bites. I’m not into very spicy foods but I find I can continue enjoying the salsa brava with the crispy potatoes and … Continue reading
Paprika Mango Salsa
This mango salsa tops really nice over grilled salmon or steak. I tried it with a steak and I personally preferred the salmon. The salsa is great alone too! 1 cup just ripe mango, diced 1 cup pineapple, diced quarter of a red onion, chopped (optional: saute onions in 1 teaspoon oil) 1/4 cup, red … Continue reading
Pear Strawberries Beet Smoothie (High Performance Blender)
I was so inspired by the documentary Fat, Sick and Nearly Dead that I started juicing last week. The next day I went to the Farmer’s Market and bought my juicing ingredients for the week. With my Vitamix I don’t just juice – I make a smoothie – so none of the fruit or vegetable … Continue reading
Potato Leek Au Gratin
A creamy and tasty baked vegetarian dish. Pair with a dry Sauvignon Blanc. 8 medium size potatoes, peeled and halved 3 tablespoons salted butter 1/3 cup all-purpose flour 2 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream sea salt cracked peppercorns 1/8 teaspoon ground coriander 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin 1 1/2 cups sharp Cheddar … Continue reading
Crispy Spicy Tofu
When I saw this recipe (easy to make) I bought 2 packages of tofu just to try it. It’s delicious by itself but a dipping dish of soy sauce could work nicely too. 1 package extra firm or super firm organic tofu (about 14 ounces) 2 tablespoons soy sauce 1 tablespoon sesame oil 1/4 cup … Continue reading
