Ok so we all know how good seaweed is for optimal health and longevity; a superfood that should be included in the health conscious diet! Seaweed is an immune system modulator, and an endocrine system regulator which means consumption of this mineral laden superfood concludes improved health, more energy, weight management and overall well being! Try my Asian […]
Category: Dinner Recipes
Simple entrées that are healthy, easy to make with a gourmet flair!!
Black Bean, Cashew and Pea Pod Salad
This is a fun summer salad full of nutritious black beans, healthy cashews and organic vegetables! A great stand alone salad and a perfect accompaniment to any grilled entrée! My Black Bean, Cashew and Pea Pod Salad is a keeper! I make my black beans from scratch but feel free to used a canned variety to save […]
Tagliatelle with Lamb, Chard and Olive Ragu
A simple pasta dish using left over grilled leg of lamb, nutritious swiss chard, eggplant, zucchini, grape tomatoes and kalamata olives in a not too rich sauce that screams with flavor!! This is really delicious! Serve with a simply dressed salad and a Pinot Noir! I just happened to grill a leg of lamb that […]
Quinoa Lentil Salad with Zaatar
South of the Border Fisherman’s Stew
A fusion recipe combining the traditional Portuguese stew with South of the Border flare! Portuguese Fisherman’s Stew is traditionally made with linguisa sausage, cod or tuna, tomatoes and potatoes. I thought a South of a Border rendition of this nutritious stew would be a welcome diversion! I have combined cooked heirloom beans grown in Mexico […]
Salmon and Crab Macaroni Salad
Mediterranean Corona Bean Salad
Gigantic heirloom Corona Beans make a wonderful presentation at table! I use these creamy yet firm beans from Rancho Gordo to make a yummy Mediterranean salad filled with artichoke hearts, parsley, kalamata olives and grape tomatoes, bathed in a vinaigrette of extra virgin olive oil and Spanish sherry vinegar. Serve my Mediterranean Corona […]
Tonkatsu over Maifun with Green Beans and Shiitake
Tonkatsu is a super thin pork cutlet, coated with panko and Japanese spices. This recipe can be adapted to chicken or turkey cutlets as a substitute for pork. I use heritage pork raised on our local CSA farm. The pork is pounded thin, dipped in egg and coated with seasoned panko for a super delicious entrée served […]
Spring Vegetable Stir Fry with escarole, shallots, green beans and artichokes
Spring Vegetable Stir Fry with escarole, shallots, green beans and artichokes This is actually a stand alone vegetarian stir fry but is fabulous with lamb chops! Just loaded with nutritious spring vegetables!! Add more nutrition with asparagus and baby bok choy as a variation! Spring Vegetable Stir Fry with escarole, shallots, green beans and artichokes […]
Tuscan Chicken with Asparagus and Artichokes
My Tuscan flavored chicken is a promise that Spring has arrived or at least is in our not too distant future! Asparagus, artichokes, leeks and chives play starring roles in this yummy one pot chicken dish, served over orzo and served with a bright chard and romaine salad sprinkled with pea shoots and simply dressed in vinaigrette! Just delicious! […]