Broad Bean Salad with Dill and Olive Oil
HOW TO PREP FRESH BROAD BEANS: The first step is opening the pods and taking out the beans. Then you need to remove the bean skins -as they tend to be tough. Since peeling them out can be challenging, blanching them first makes it much more manageable. You just need to blanch them for 3 […]
APPLE PINEAPPLE CARROT SPICED SALAD WITH BOILED EGGS
HOW TO BOIL EGGS TO GET A SOFT, CREAMY YOLK: Bring the water up to a boil, then lower it to a rapid simmer. Add the eggs to the pot, and start your timer. If you’re just cooking a couple of eggs, five minutes is perfect for a runny yolk. Cool the eggs slightly by […]
RED & WHITE QUINOA BOWL WITH PEAS, CARROTS AND PEPPERS
DIFFERENT TYPES OF QUINOA: There are many different types of quinoa grown in the Andes, where this ancient grain originates. We find some of them in western supermarkets as well. Here’s a quick guide: Quinoa or White Quinoa- is the most common kind of quinoa available in stores, so you’ll often see it just called […]
Greek Salad with Watermelon, Feta, Cucumbers and Arugula
Greek salad is the ultimate poster-child for the Greek diet and for Greek summer! It contains seasonal vegetables, Greek feta, the country’s national cheese, and, of course, extra virgin Greek olive oil. But there are versions of it, and not all of them need to contain, say, tomatoes. Greek salad at the height of the […]
Avocado Ice Cream with Aegina Pistachio and Greek Honey
I hope this avocado ice cream with Aegina pistachios and Greek honey qualifies as a healthy ice cream recipe! The creaminess of ripe avocados means that we can add less milk and cream. I use Greek honey, which is packed with antioxidants and minerals, instead of sugar in this recipe. It’s an indulgence for sure, […]
Farro Salad With Sundried Tomatoes, Feta And Herbs
ABOUT FARRO: Farro, a high-protein, high-fiber ancient whole-grain wheat, figures prominently in the Mediterranean diet. It looks similar to barley, though with a slightly more oblong and larger grain. Like barley, farro retains a notable amount of chew when it gets cooked. Farro and barley can be used interchangeably in most recipes. Farro is a […]
Lentil Tabbouleh with Crumbled Eggs
FUN FACT: Lentil soup is the most traditional way in the Greek kitchen to cook this ancient pulse. But even the humble lentil has evolved and is now used in more sophisticated dishes, playing off tradition but totally modern, too. This easy salad is one example.
Grilled Nectarines, Arugula, Basil, And Feta
TIPS FOR GRILLING FRUIT: Did you know that you can grill just about any fruit? As long as they’re firm and not overripe, that is. Some of my favorite fruits to grill are peaches, plums, pineapple, bananas, mangoes and many more! In most cases, you’ll get best results by grilling the fruit skin on. But […]
Chickpea Greek Salad
ONION TIP: If you want to take the bite out of onions, submerge cut onions into an ice water bath for an hour, then drain and pat dry to use.
Kiwi-banana-coconut-yogurt Parfait
ABOUT COCONUT FLAKESCoconut flakes are long and wide and are a versatile ingredient that can be used either to decorate, top off baked goods, stirred into oatmeal, and sprinkle over dishes for extra flavor and texture. Of course, it’s also an excellent snack! The coconut flesh is peeled and then dehydrated in an oven or […]
Grilled Watermelon With Arugula And Feta
Watermelon NutritionWatermelon is one of the best fruits to help you stay hydrated. It is 92% water! It is also a nutritional powerhouse: It is packed with nutrient-dense minerals, fiber and antioxidant-rich phytonutrients, like beta carotene and lycopene. It contains higher levels of lycopene than any other fresh fruit or vegetable. Watermelon is an excellent […]
Mache Salad With Salmon And Oranges
What is Mache Mache, or Varelianella locusta, is a tender salad green with soft, velverty rounded leaves. It’s got a mild flavor and pairs well with a whole variety of other ingredients. It’s also a good source of Vitamins A, C and B6 as well as Manganese. Any tender green or Bibb lettuce may be […]