This uncomplicated and delicious warm salad is the perfect dish for those early summer trips to the farmers’ market. Use your favorite tender greens and whatever baby potatoes you can find.
Seared Scallops with New Potatoes & Field Greens
Category: Blender
Romaine Salad with Chicken, Peaches & Mint
You may find yourself using this puréed apricot dressing and marinade for other salads as well. It’s fruity, minty, and very summery. Tip: To toast almonds, spread on a baking sheet and bake at 350ºF until golden brown and fragrant, stirring once or twice (5-7 minutes).
Red Bean Chilaquiles
Chilaquiles are usually eaten for breakfast. This version creates a lasagna like dish of layered tortilla wedges, roasted vegetables, and cheese.
Pesto Sauce
Pesto is a delicious way to give veggies, meats, and grains a little pep. Making a nicely balanced, nutritious version can feel challenging when you consider the amount of cheese and salt that goes into many pestos. This recipe gets you there: all the flavor with the nutrients you need.
Creamy Wild Rice Soup
The creamy base for this soup is a pureed mix of leeks, celery, potatoes, and parsnips. This provides incredible flavor and texture without relying on cream. The cooked rice is added after pureeing to provide some contrasting texture for excellent mouthfeel. Tip: Make this dish with leftover rice from a previous meal for speedier prep.
Chive Infused Olive Oil
Just a few seconds in the blender and you’ve got some mighty tasty oil. Pair with some good vinegar and a hint of salt and fresh pepper for a complete salad dressing.
Chicken Satay
Add a little spice to your meal with this Indian-influenced kebab. Be sure to prepare ahead to give yourself a long enough marinating time. Serve with warm flatbreads or rice. Tip: Try including some veggies! Marinate them in a second batch of the same sauce and cook on their own kebabs (4-5 minutes per side). Onion, […]
Broccoli & Mushroom Dip
If you’re a lover of warm, cheesy, salty dips that are packed with veggies, this recipe is worth a try. It’s heavy on veggies and by using a low-fat cottage cheese, it keeps the nutritional profile leaner while delivering the rich goodness you adore. Serve it warm with your favorite pita bread or slices of […]