Health & Diet: Vegan
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
Meyer Lemon Salsa
Photo Credit: Mette Nielsen Try this tangy meyer lemon salsa on chicken, lamb, or fish. Use it as a garnish for creamy soups and vegetable pizzas. It’s great stirred into rice for a bright side dish, and terrific with smoked fish. PrintMeyer Lemon SalsaYield 1 1/2 cups Try this tangy meyer lemon salsa on chicken, … Continued
Roasted Root Vegetables with Meyer Lemons
Photo Credit: Mette Nielsen PrintRoasted Root Vegetables with Meyer LemonsAuthor Beth DooleyYield 4 servings These Roasted Root Vegetables with Meyer Lemons make a delicious side dish or a simple vegan dinner if tossed with rice or pasta. Ingredients1 pound fingerling potatoes, cut into 2-inch pieces½ pound carrots, cut into 2-inch pieces½ pound parsnips, cut into 2-inch … Continued
Vegetable Marinara Sauce
PrintVegetable Marinara Sauce Ingredients2 Tablespoons olive oil½ cup chopped onion½ cup chopped carrot2 cloves chopped garlic8 oz. chopped mushrooms⅛ cup dry white wine3 cups thinly sliced kale1 28 oz. can crushed tomatoes1 15 oz. can tomato sauce1 teaspoon dried oreganoSalt and pepperInstructionsIn medium pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion, carrot, and garlic … Continued