WHOLE GRAIN SANDWICH WITH BEET HUMMUS (VEGAN)
UNHULLED & HULLED TAHINI Unhulled tahini is more nutritious than hulled as most of the protein and fiber are on the sesame shell. This type of tahini has a nuttier and more bitter flavor than hulled tahini. On the other hand, hulled tahini is lighter in color and creamier than unhulled.
WHITE BEAN TUNA SALAD
GIANT BEANS 101 Giant beans or gigantes are white runner beans. It’s crucial to cook them properly in order to enjoy this creamy and meaty type of beans. In order to achieve the best possible results, follow these steps: Soak the beans overnight in ample water. Drain the next day. 2. Place in a large […]
TAGLIATELLE IN TOMATO SAUCE WITH CHICKPEAS, AND BASIL
PASTA AND BEANS In the Greek kitchen, we cook up a few very old recipes that marry pasta with beans or legumes. Lentils and small pasta are still enjoyed in the Dodecanese islands and in Cyprus, for example. But for sure, the Italians take the prize on so many great recipes for pasta e fagioli […]
RED LENTIL SOUP WITH CHILI, CILANTRO AND TOASTED PITA BREAD
ABOUT RED LENTILS Red lentils are typically bright orange in appearance, and are similar to other lentil varieties in terms of overall – great – nutritional benefits. They tend to break down a little more easily than brown, green or black lentils, and have a mushier texture as well. Additionally, they have a slightly sweeter […]
Ikaria-Inspired Mushroom and Chickpea Stew
I marry a little Indian flavor with this Greek Mushroom Chickpea Stew. Garam Masala is a warm and earthy spice mix originating from Northern India. There are many recipes for this spice mix but most of them consist of cardamom, cinnamon, cloves, and peppercorns, cumin, nutmeg. You can make this spice mix at home starting […]
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 […]
AVOCADO HUMMUS
PERFECT HUMMUS EVERY TIME! Did you know that blending your chickpeas when they’re still hot (right after they’re cooked or reheated canned ones) results in a light and fluffy mix, ready to absorb tahini, olive oil, and spices? Maybe the best tip for consistently good hummus is adding excellent tahini. The rich and complex flavor […]
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.
Lentil – Red Bean Salad with Crispy Cheese and Wilted Lettuce
As far as Greek salads go, beans and legumes figure pretty prominently. Lentils are especially loved in Greek salads and have been part of the Greek diet forever, as they are one of the oldest cultivated legumes in the Eastern Mediterranean. This Greek salad has an unusual combination of basic Mediterranean diet ingredients, such as […]
Greek Salad with Lentils, Olives, Roasted Red Florina Peppers, Greek Oregano & Olive Oil
Greek lentils, extra virgin Greek olive oil and herbs like dried Greek oregano make this easy Greek salad a delicious classic.
Lentil Salad with Cucumbers, Red Peppers & Herbs
A Greek salad can be many things beyond the best-known tomato-cucumber-feta-olive oil medley! We’re talking Mediterranean diet here, and one of the most important and best-loved Mediterranean diet ingredients is the humble but mighty lentil. Lentil salads are a great answer to creating wholesome, nutritious filling Greek and Mediterranean recipes that are packed with vitamins […]
Vegan Quinoa – Spinach – Chickpea Avgolemono
A LITTLE HISTORY: Avgolemono is a Greek sauce made from eggs, lemon, and warm broth. Commonly added to soups for thickening, the sauce is used to dress up everything from roasted vegetables to fish dishes. “Vegan avgolemono” sounds like an oxymoron but it really is something that can be found in Greek cuisine, especially on […]