Gluten-Free Blueberry Coconut Pancakes With Thyme Honey Or Maple Syrup
ABOUT COCONUT FLOUR This type of flour is made from coconut meat. The procedure is as follows: coconut milk is removed from coconut meat, and the latter is dried at a low temperature and ground into a soft flour, terrific for baking. It has many health benefits -nutritious, naturally gluten-free, and high in protein, fiber […]
POTATO AND GREEN BEANS OMELET WITH MICROGREENS
WHY SUNFLOWER MICROGREENS? Sunflower microgreens are among the most complete foods you can add to your diet to improve nutrition and they have a wonderful nutty flavor and a crunchy texture. Like most microgreens, they offer excellent nutritional and medicinal benefits. Furthermore, sunflower microgreens are a substantial source of complete protein, meaning that they contain […]
BAKED RICE CASSEROLE WITH ZUCCHINI AND HERBS
WHITE VS BROWN RICE: Even though the milling process removes the rice’s husk, bran, and germ, it’s artificially fortified with nutrients. It’s also polished so it appears to be more palatable. On the other side, brown rice is a whole grain thus it’s richer in nutrition as a whole. The key difference between these two […]
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 […]
Buckwheat Crepes with Goats Cheese & Tomatoes
BUCKWHEAT CREPES TIPS: You can make these crepes up to one day ahead and refrigerate them. They can also freeze very well for several weeks. Stack them between pieces of parchment paper and wrap them airtight. OTHER TOPPINGS FOR INSPIRATION: Spinach and fried egg Creamy spinach and crispy mushrooms Mixed berries and maple syrup Apples […]
BROCCOLI CRUST PIZZA WITH MUSHROOMS, AVOCADO AND CREAMY LIGHT CHEESE SAUCE
BROCCOLI PIZZA CRUST – A FEW TIPS! This ersatz but delicious pizza definitely tastes best the day it is made. But if you’re a pizza lover like I am, you also know the guilty pleasures of enjoying a leftover slice the next day. You can reheat this in a hot oven at about 400 degrees […]
Spinach Graviera Crustless Quiche
A TIP FOR CRUSTLESS QUICHE You can freeze your crustless quiche either whole or in slices. Leave it in the fridge overnight to defrost. It can then be served either cold or hot; reheat in the oven, covered loosely with foil until heated through.
Green Pea Quiche
WHAT TO LOOK FOR IN FETA: For one it should be Greek! Feta is a protected designation of origin cheese allowed by EU law to be produced only in Greece, where it is a traditional dairy product. American “feta” is made with cow’s milk and sometimes with goat’s milk, and is generally salty and coarse. […]
Spanakopita Soufflé
Mediterranean Egg-and-Yogurt Open-Faced Breakfast Sandwich
The combination of sunny-side up or poached eggs and thick, sour Greek yogurt is unique to the Eastern Mediterranean and one of the most delicious combinations in all Mediterranean cooking. Indeed, eggs, ancient and wholesome, are one of the most important Mediterranean diet ingredients; yogurt, too, is an ancient food and one of the most […]
Kayianas – Slow-cooked Omelet With Mushrooms
HELPFUL INFO: Mushrooms are a low-carb, low-fat ingredient packed with about 15 vitamins and minerals, including vitamin B6, folate, magnesium, zinc and potassium. Mushrooms are also rich in antioxidants and they’re one of the few foods that contain vitamin D, which is essential for building strong bones, reducing inflammation and improving immune function.
Sweet Potato Pancakes With Greek Yogurt
ALMOND FLOUR NUTRITION: Almond flour can replace wheat flour in almost every recipe and it’s a great alternative for people watching their gluten intake. The vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants in almond flour can provide important health benefits. For example, manganese helps the body properly clot blood, allowing it to heal after injuries. Manganese also helps […]