Charcoal Swirled Coconut Popsicles

PrintCharcoal Swirled Coconut PopsiclesAuthor Kristen OlsonYield 8 popsicles Ingredients1 can (13.5oz) full fat coconut milk¼ cup whole milk3 Tablespoons honey2 Tablespoons fresh lime juice1 teaspoon vanillaPinch salt½ teaspoon activated charcoalInstructionsIn a medium bowl, mix coconut milk, whole milk, honey, lime juice, vanilla and salt until well blended. Remove 3 Tablespoons of the milk mixture to … Continued

Smoked Broccolini with Shallots and Almonds

PrintSmoked Broccolini with Shallots and AlmondsAuthor Kristen OlsonYield 4 servings Ingredients1 cup mesquite wood chips1 bunch broccolini1 small shallot, sliced1 Tablespoon olive oil¼ teaspoon coarse Kosher saltPinch pepper1 Tablespoon fresh lemon zest¼ cup roughly chopped Marcona almondsInstructionsSoak wood chips in 2 cups water for 1 hour; drain. Place wet wood chips in a smoker box … Continued

Marinated and Seared Zucchini and Eggplant

PrintMarinated and Seared Zucchini and EggplantAuthor Kristen OlsonYield 4 servings Ingredients5 Tablespoons olive oil, divided1 small zucchini, trimmed and halved lengthwise1 small summer squash, trimmed and halved lengthwise1 small eggplant, trimmed and halved lengthwise¼ cup chopped fresh parsley¼ cup chopped fresh basil2 Tablespoons white wine vinegar1 Tablespoon fresh lemon juice2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced½ teaspoon … Continued

Watermelon Tomato Agua Fresca

PrintWatermelon Tomato Agua FrescaAuthor Kristen OlsonYield 6 servings Ingredients8 cups cubed watermelon1 pound ripe medium tomatoes, halved and cored¼ cup chopped fresh mint¼ cup fresh lime juicePinch of salt2 cups cold waterTomato slice, watermelon wedge and mint sprig, if desiredInstructionsIn a blender, puree watermelon, tomatoes, mint,  lime juice and a pinch of salt until very … Continued

Summer Fattoush Salad

  PrintSummer Fattoush SaladAuthor Kristen OlsonYield 4 servings A twist on the traditional fattoush salad with lettuce, spiralized zucchini, radishes, sliced cucumber, and halved cherry tomatoes.  IngredientsFor the Pita Chips:4 pitas or pita pockets, cut into small wedges¼ cup olive oil1 garlic clove, finely chopped1 Tablespoon sumac½ teaspoon coarse kosher saltFor the Salad:1 heart of … Continued

Pickled Rhubarb Salad

  PrintPickled Rhubarb SaladAuthor Jill HolterYield 4 Local rhubarb is bursting out of farms and gardens! Quick-pickling rhubarb stalks adds extra flair and pairs well with local fennel bulbs, celery stalks and leaves, and zingy-but-sweetened red wine vinegar. Ingredients2 large rhubarb stalks, sliced diagonal and ¼-inch thick1 cup red wine vinegar¼ cup sugar2 teaspoons salt1 fennel … Continued

Lomi Lomi Salmon

PrintLomi Lomi Salmon With its clean ingredients and bright, bold flavors, this Hawaiian culinary staple will have you dreaming of warm waters and sandy beaches. Ingredients1 cup coarse kosher salt½ cup sugar1 large handful fresh cilantro1 pound fresh salmon filet, skin removed2 Roma tomatoes, seeded and diced4 scallions, thinly sliced¼ cup diced red onion¼ cup … Continued

Chicken & Veggie Grain Bowl

Photo Credit: Mette Nielsen PrintChicken & Veggie Grain BowlAuthor Beth DooleyYield 4 servings Healthy and hearty, this speedy recipe makes a terrific lunch or light supper. If you’re in a pinch, substitute Salad Girl Chile Limon Organic Vinaigrette for the dressing. IngredientsFor the Chickpeas:2 teaspoons olive oil 1 can chickpeas, drained, rinsed, and patted dry1 teaspoon … Continued

Feel Good Ginger Turmeric Turkey Soup

Photo Credit: Mette Nielsen PrintFeel Good Ginger Turmeric Turkey SoupAuthor Beth DooleyYield 4-6 Servings This light, bright turkey soup is totally restorative. Feel free to substitute rotisserie chicken for the turkey. Ingredients1½ pound boned turkey cutlet1 medium onion, peeled and quartered1 head garlic, halved crosswise1 4-inch piece fresh ginger, unpeeled and thinly sliced1 3-inch piece … Continued