Posts Tagged ‘carrots’
2 Easter Side Dish Recipes!
Happy SPRING! Easter is tomorrow and I know it’s last minute but I thought it was important to address the holiday and your potential feasting needs. If you celebrate Easter, I’m sure you have your own traditions, but I feel like there’s usually brunch involved, right? So, for those planning to skip the hotel buffets…
Read MoreTurkish Red Lentil Soup (Mercimek Çorbası)
Turkish red lentil soup, is a new favorite of mine — it’s velvety and creamy, despite containing absolutely no cream! What I love most about this nutrient-packed recipe (plant-based protein, and fiber, and antioxidants, oh my!) is that it’s wonderfully low-maintenance. Red lentils are light, quick and versatile. No waiting for the beans to soak…
Read MoreIrish Lentil Stew + Whole Wheat Soda Bread
Rich, earthy, and full of healthy vegetables. Toast to the luck of the Irish with this hearty stew! This is the perfect dish to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day (or any day, for that matter)! This Irish stew recipe may be meatless, but it still has an incredibly rich, deep flavor thanks to the chunky vegetables and…
Read MoreCreamy White Bean Soup
This white bean soup is a simple, easy, and satisfying meal. Perfect for busy weeknights. And while the ingredient list is modest and mostly pantry staples, the soup packs a serious flavor (and nutritional!) punch. Don’t be afraid to experiment with different greens! I love kale, but the soup is also excellent with arugula, spinach,…
Read MoreRoasted Carrots with Maple Pecans & Goat Cheese
It’s almost Thanksgiving and I thought you may be on the hunt for a fancy new side. This dish is one of my favorite rustic fall sides. Sliced carrots, tossed with a heavenly mixture of olive oil, maple syrup, and cinnamon and then studded with fresh thyme, these carrots caramelize as they roast, yielding perfectly…
Read MoreCozy Lemon Rice Soup
This Lemon Rice Soup is pure comfort. There’s no other way to say it. It’s the perfect balance of creamy, lemony, peppery, fresh, herby deliciousness. Best served with warm, crusty bread for dipping. Fresh herbs = fresh flavor. My favorite part of this soup is the fresh herbs. Parsley and oregano are two of my…
Read MoreCarrot Orange & Red Pepper Soup
A simple soup that can be served hot or cold. It’s been a bit difficult to decide between warm weather soup and cold weather soup, our temperature here in Maine has fluctuated so much. I started out having this carrot soup warm the first day and then cold the next day. I’m thrilled to report…
Read MoreHearty Lentil & Herb Soup
This is the perfect cozy meal to kick off your New Year! After trying many versions of this soup at home, I think I finally nailed it. Creamy potatoes are cooked with tender carrots, celery and lightly scented with rosemary and thyme. When pureed together with the protein-packed lentils, you are left with a warm…
Read MoreMoroccan Chickpea Carrot Salad with Pistachios
There are a few reasons I love adore this carrot salad. First, it’s absolutely delicious. The tart lime dressing, spiced by cumin & turmeric, takes a plain carrot salad and turns it into a dish worth getting excited about. The dates are sweet, the pistachios are salty. The whole package is an amazing combination. Forget…
Read MoreThe Doctor
Make this juice and feel the fruit and veggie vibes! The Doctor is the name of this juice that I order every time I visit Food & Thought which happens to be one of my favorite health food stores located in Naples, Florida. Last year the store came out with a cookbook and I had…
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