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Chickpea Salad with Cilantro Dressing

Chickpea Salad with Cilantro Dressing

Chickpea Salad with Cilantro Dressing

Chickpea Salad with Cilantro Dressing

2 cups chopped fresh cilantro 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1/2 teaspoon grated lime rind 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice 1/8 teaspoon salt 2 garlic cloves 2 pickled jalapeño pepper slices 1/4 cup fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth 1/2 cup chopped seeded peeled cucumber 1/2 cup thinly sliced radishes 1/4 cup chopped celery 2 (15… Read More »

2 cups chopped fresh cilantro 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1/2 teaspoon grated lime rind 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice 1/8 teaspoon salt 2 garlic cloves 2 pickled jalapeño pepper slices 1/4 cup fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth 1/2 cup chopped seeded peeled cucumber 1/2 cup thinly sliced radishes 1/4 cup chopped celery 2 (15… Read More »

Gazpacho

Gazpacho

Gazpacho

Gazpacho

Is a Spanish recipe, so it is not too spicy.  It is a cold soup, almost like a salad in a cup.  Allow to chill so that the vegetables will be crisp and, the flavors will develop. 6 ripe peeled and chopped tomatoes 1 purple onion finely chopped 1 cucumber peeled cut in 1/2lengthwise and… Read More »

Is a Spanish recipe, so it is not too spicy.  It is a cold soup, almost like a salad in a cup.  Allow to chill so that the vegetables will be crisp and, the flavors will develop. 6 ripe peeled and chopped tomatoes 1 purple onion finely chopped 1 cucumber peeled cut in 1/2lengthwise and… Read More »

Pickled Carrots

Pickled Carrots

Pickled Carrots

Pickled Carrots

An alternative to freezing or canning, making pickles is a great way to maximize an abundance of vegetables. I’ve used carrots in this recipe, but beets, sugar snap peas, pearl onions, cucumbers or even bell peppers are delicious as pickles. This recipe is for refrigerator pickles, which will keep up to 1 month in a… Read More »

An alternative to freezing or canning, making pickles is a great way to maximize an abundance of vegetables. I’ve used carrots in this recipe, but beets, sugar snap peas, pearl onions, cucumbers or even bell peppers are delicious as pickles. This recipe is for refrigerator pickles, which will keep up to 1 month in a… Read More »

Radish Leaf Pesto

Radish Leaf Pesto

Radish Leaf Pesto

Radish Leaf Pesto

Leaves of 2-3 bunches of radishes, stems removed (about 5 handfuls) 6 oz. Parmesan, cut into small chunks 3 oz. almonds or pine nuts 2 tablespoons fresh chopped parsley 2 tbsp. chopped savory herb (optional) 4 cloves garlic (roasted garlic cloves completely changes the flavor) Zest of 1 1/2 lemons Juice of 1/2 lemon (optional)… Read More »

Leaves of 2-3 bunches of radishes, stems removed (about 5 handfuls) 6 oz. Parmesan, cut into small chunks 3 oz. almonds or pine nuts 2 tablespoons fresh chopped parsley 2 tbsp. chopped savory herb (optional) 4 cloves garlic (roasted garlic cloves completely changes the flavor) Zest of 1 1/2 lemons Juice of 1/2 lemon (optional)… Read More »

Smoked Salmon Spirals

Smoked Salmon Spirals

Smoked Salmon Spirals

Smoked Salmon Spirals

try this with the garlic chives and green onions… 1 daikon (Japanese white radish), peeled 4 ounces cream cheese, room temperature 1 tablespoon fresh dill, finely chopped or 1 teaspoon dried dill weed 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh Italian parsley 2 teaspoons drained capers 1 1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard 1/2 teaspoon grated lemon peel 1/8… Read More »

try this with the garlic chives and green onions… 1 daikon (Japanese white radish), peeled 4 ounces cream cheese, room temperature 1 tablespoon fresh dill, finely chopped or 1 teaspoon dried dill weed 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh Italian parsley 2 teaspoons drained capers 1 1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard 1/2 teaspoon grated lemon peel 1/8… Read More »

Greek Salad Sandwich

Greek Salad Sandwich

Greek Salad Sandwich

Greek Salad Sandwich

12 ounces small tomatoes, cored, halved, thinly sliced 6 cups spinach leaves, stems trimmed 1 1/2 cups thinly sliced cucumber 1 cup crumbled feta cheese (about 4 ounces) 1/3 cup coarsely chopped pitted black brine-cured olives (such as Kalamata) 16 large fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced 1/4 cup olive oil 5 teaspoons fresh lemon juice… Read More »

12 ounces small tomatoes, cored, halved, thinly sliced 6 cups spinach leaves, stems trimmed 1 1/2 cups thinly sliced cucumber 1 cup crumbled feta cheese (about 4 ounces) 1/3 cup coarsely chopped pitted black brine-cured olives (such as Kalamata) 16 large fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced 1/4 cup olive oil 5 teaspoons fresh lemon juice… Read More »

Zucchini Noodles With Peanut Sauce

Zucchini Noodles With Peanut Sauce

Zucchini Noodles With Peanut Sauce

Zucchini Noodles With Peanut Sauce

For the dressing: 1/2 cup natural peanut butter 1/2 cup water 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 cup rice wine vinegar 1 tablespoon chopped ginger 1 tablespoon sriracha (or less) 1 tablespoon agave 1 tablespoon tamari or soy sauce For the salad: 1 1/2 lbs. zucchini 1 lb. cherry or grape tomatoes, sliced in half 1/2 lb.… Read More »

For the dressing: 1/2 cup natural peanut butter 1/2 cup water 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 cup rice wine vinegar 1 tablespoon chopped ginger 1 tablespoon sriracha (or less) 1 tablespoon agave 1 tablespoon tamari or soy sauce For the salad: 1 1/2 lbs. zucchini 1 lb. cherry or grape tomatoes, sliced in half 1/2 lb.… Read More »

Gazpacho Juice

Gazpacho Juice

Gazpacho Juice

Gazpacho Juice

4 plum tomatoes 1 large cucumber 2 celery stalks 1 red bell pepper 1 small red onion 2 cups parsley (leaves and stems, roughly chopped) 1 lime Juice.  Pour over ice.  Enjoy! from: Joe Cross Juice

4 plum tomatoes 1 large cucumber 2 celery stalks 1 red bell pepper 1 small red onion 2 cups parsley (leaves and stems, roughly chopped) 1 lime Juice.  Pour over ice.  Enjoy! from: Joe Cross Juice

Summer Green Smoothie

Summer Green Smoothie

Summer Green Smoothie

Summer Green Smoothie

3 large peaches, pitted 2-inch piece fresh ginger 1 small bunch bok choy 1/2 bunch kale 1 medium cucumber large handful fresh mint 2 to 3 cups water Place all ingredients into a high-powered blender and blend until smooth. Add more water for a thinner smoothie. If it is too bitter, add another piece of… Read More »

3 large peaches, pitted 2-inch piece fresh ginger 1 small bunch bok choy 1/2 bunch kale 1 medium cucumber large handful fresh mint 2 to 3 cups water Place all ingredients into a high-powered blender and blend until smooth. Add more water for a thinner smoothie. If it is too bitter, add another piece of… Read More »

Purslane

Purslane

Purslane

Purslane

In your shares this week you may have something that is new to all of us:  “Purslane.”  This plant has been known as a weed, so it is easy to grow.  It is also known as a succulent herb and it is a member of the Portulaca family.  It is a part of edible landscape… Read More »

In your shares this week you may have something that is new to all of us:  “Purslane.”  This plant has been known as a weed, so it is easy to grow.  It is also known as a succulent herb and it is a member of the Portulaca family.  It is a part of edible landscape… Read More »

Easy No-cook Pickles

Easy No-cook Pickles

Easy No-cook Pickles

Easy No-cook Pickles

Safe canning is all about making sure there is no chance of bacteria. Wash the canning jars with hot soapy water. Drain on a clean towel. Do not dry. Place the jars, the lids and the rings into a boiling water bath. Boil for at least 15 minutes. Remove and allow to drain and air… Read More »

Safe canning is all about making sure there is no chance of bacteria. Wash the canning jars with hot soapy water. Drain on a clean towel. Do not dry. Place the jars, the lids and the rings into a boiling water bath. Boil for at least 15 minutes. Remove and allow to drain and air… Read More »

Tabbouleh

Tabbouleh

Tabbouleh

Tabbouleh

1 cup bulgur 3 tomatoes, seeded and chopped 2 cucumbers, peeled and chopped 3 green onions, chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 cup chopped fresh parsley 1/3 cup fresh mint leaves 2 teaspoons salt 1/2 cup lemon juice 2/3 cup olive oil Place cracked wheat in a bowl and cover with 2 cups boiling water.… Read More »

1 cup bulgur 3 tomatoes, seeded and chopped 2 cucumbers, peeled and chopped 3 green onions, chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 cup chopped fresh parsley 1/3 cup fresh mint leaves 2 teaspoons salt 1/2 cup lemon juice 2/3 cup olive oil Place cracked wheat in a bowl and cover with 2 cups boiling water.… Read More »