Posts Tagged ‘summer’
Curried 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 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 MoreEnd of Summer Corn Chowder
Let’s talk chowder details, shall we? This chowder combines the magic of the end of summer with organic sweet corn and potatoes to create an unbelievably creamy (yet cream-less) soup that’s beautifully fresh and sweet. Despite its surprisingly simple ingredient list, the soup’s flavor is complex, and the hint of chives and parsley gives each…
Read MoreMexican Street Corn Salad with Smoky Cream Sauce
Mexican street corn meets salad in the best way possible. A great addition to your July 4th spread, this dish is inspired by Mexican street corn. If you’ve never had Mexican street corn, it’s basically grilled corn smothered in a blend of mayonnaise and/or sour cream, chili powder, and cotija cheese, and served with fresh…
Read MoreFat Blasting Watermelon Juice!
Fat Blasting Watermelon Juice is hands-down my new favorite beverage. It’s light, refreshing and the perfect balance of sweet. If you aren’t familiar with watermelon juice, it’s awesome. In addition to being my favorite shade of pink, it’s full of antioxidants, vitamin B, potassium and lycopene which reduces inflammation and will give your body a…
Read MoreBroccoli Salad with Sunflower Seeds & Avocado
Fresh and tangy with an amazing crunch. This lightened up Broccoli Salad is straight-up delightful and is the perfect answer to that “what should I bring?” question that comes up for cookouts and parties all summer long. I know it’s not quite summer yet (okay we’re in the throes of a FREEZING spring?), but I’m…
Read MoreHerbed Buckwheat with Avocado, Greens & Lemon
I’ve been eating a lot of quick meals lately. Since spring has arrived, it’s been much more enticing to spend time outside so I’ve been doing a good job cleaning out the pantry and using what is left in the fridge. This salad with buckwheat, herbs, avocados and fresh bright lemon satisfies those demands and…
Read MoreIsraeli Salad with Quinoa & Lemon
Quinoa salads abound these days, and it’s no surprise why. While this recipe is a great everyday meal option, it’s also a savvy choice for casual entertaining, since you can chop your veggies and cook your quinoa a day in advance. All you’ll have to do come party time is throw everything together in a…
Read MoreCold Sesame Peanut Zoodles
This, friends, is a ridiculously delicious and insanely nutritious bowl of “pasta.” As you may have noticed, I’m really into my spiralizer right now and I can’t get enough of zucchini noodles. They’re a lighter, low-carb version of traditional pasta, and I love that they play well with just about any sauce. In this case,…
Read MoreCilantro Lime Rice with Smokey Black Beans & Avocado Crema
I think you’re going to go nuts over this ridiculously nutritious bowl. First, there’s the fluffy cilantro lime rice with all its glorious qualities. Next, we’ve got fiber packed black beans, simmered with just the right amount of smoked paprika and chipotle. Then comes the creamy, delicious lime studded avocado crema which is the key…
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