Posts Tagged ‘clean eating’
Avocado Feta Dip
This recipe is summer magic. It’s been so hot and humid in Maine (no complaints here) which has caused me to gravitate toward dishes of the no-cook variety. In the event you happen to be in the same sweaty boat, I’ve got an amazing recipe for you today that requires no cooking. It’s incredibly light…
Read MoreSummer Panzanella
Move over Caprese salad. In case you’re not familiar with its wonders, panzanella is a Tuscan bread salad that’s usually made with chunks of dried bread tossed with ripe tomatoes, olive oil and vinegar. The bread gets saturated, but still retains a little crunch, with the juice from the tomatoes and the dressing, and the…
Read MoreCurried Chickpea Salad
This powerhouse salad is unbelievably fresh. It’s got a bright, curry thing going on with a touch of heat and gorgeous pops of crunch and sweetness, and the insane layers of flavor and texture will amaze you. If the thought of having a salad for dinner brings up fears that you may starve, please feel free…
Read MorePesto Pizza with Arugula, Artichokes & White Beans
Pizza is the ultimate comfort food. For this recipe, I decided to try the oh-so-popular Trader Joe’s frozen cauliflower pizza crust and I was not disappointed! I’ve made cauliflower pizza dough from scratch several times but it’s a bit more tedious than I felt necessary at the end of a super busy week. If you’re…
Read MoreFingerling Potatoes, Greens, Garlic & Chickpeas
Potatoes remain my go-to comfort food. I love the simplicity, consistent deliciousness, flavor and texture. Plus, potatoes boast some pretty astounding health benefits. However, maybe you’ve been avoiding them, because of the “C” word. You know, carbohydrate. With all the talk about low-carb diets, some are convinced that potatoes, along with other starchy vegetables, are…
Read MoreChilaquiles Verdes with Baked Tortilla Chips
First things first. Let’s learn how to pronounce your new favorite dish. “Chee-la-key-lays”. You got it. Chilaquiles are a traditional Mexican peasant dish of fried tortillas bathed in green or red salsa (depending on the region) until tender. It was born as a clever way to revive yesterday’s tortillas and leftover salsa. Making chilaquiles from…
Read MorePea, Mint & Spring Onion Soup
Don’t wait, friends. You’ll need to get on this recipe while the spring produce is peaking and it’s still cool enough to eat soup without sweating in front of your air conditioner (here in Maine, we have a while…) This soup just happens to be loaded with two of my favorite spring offerings—peas and mint—plus…
Read MoreCoconut Blondie Bars
A perfect on-the-go breakfast or snack. I’ve mentioned that baking is definitely not my strong suit and based on my recipe archives, it’s pretty clear that I don’t do much of it. Which is why recently, my daughter dramatically professed how scarred she is by the lack of baked goods in our house and continued…
Read MoreAsparagus White Bean Avocado Salad
This salad is pretty glorious. First, it is a layered masterpiece in both the flavor and texture departments. The tender, slightly bitter arugula is tossed with creamy white beans, crispy roasted asparagus, peppery radish, buttery avocado, and topped with toasted pine nuts for added crunch. On the nutrition front, this salad is a winner, since…
Read MoreSweet Potato Fries with Avocado Dipping Sauce
I’m crazy for anything with sweet potatoes. Sweet potatoes are such a versatile food that’s delicious baked, mashed or my favorite, french fries. These fries are caramelized and crispy on the outside and tender on the inside and they’re loaded with vitamin A, vitamin C and fiber. Because sweet potatoes are naturally sweet, they beckon to…
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