A Gathering of Veggie Deliciousness!
VILLAGE SALAD Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: Fresh and very easy to make, this village salad is perfect for summer. With just a few pantry(fridge) staple ingredients, you can prepare it in minutes. Ingredients For the Salad: 4 cups chopped romaine lettuce 2 medium tomatoes, chopped ½ English cucumber, chopped 1 can (15…
ROASTED CARROTS AND RADISHES Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: Simple side dish, made in under 40 minutes – roasted carrots and radishes, seasoned with summer savory seasoning. Ingredients 1 bunch carrots (6-8 carrots), tops trimmed to 1 inch 1 bunch radishes (12-14 radishes) tops trimmed ¾ tsp salt ½ tsp black pepper 1…
CHILI LIME OVEN ROASTED ASPARAGUS Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: Easy and Fresh Chili Lime Oven Roasted Asparagus. Perfect for a summer side dish. Ingredients 1 bunch of approximately 20 thick asparagus, washed, trimmed and peeled 1-2 tbsp olive oil 1 tsp chili powder juice from one lime ¼ tsp salt zest from…
ROASTED RED POTATOES WITH CHIPOTLE MAYO Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 45 minutes Total time: 55 minutes Serves: 4 Easy, lightly seasoned oven roasted red potatoes with chipotle mayo. Good for an appetizer or a side dish. Ingredients For the Roasted Potatoes: 12 small to medium red potatoes, cut into wedges ¼ cup olive…
MINI PEPPERS WITH WHIPPED FETA Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: Crunchy, fresh mini peppers, filled with creamy whipped feta. A wonderful combination for a light and clean summer snack or appetizer. Ingredients Whipped Feta Cheese: 8 oz (227 grams) crumbled feta cheese, at room temperature 3 ounces (85 grams) softened cream cheese a…
Almond Milk Mocha Frappuchino Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: Vegan, gluten free, mocha frappuccino Ingredients 1 cup double strength good quality coffee, frozen into ice cubes (2 espressos, could be used, just add enough water to make it 1 cup) 1 cup Almond Breeze Almond Milk 2 tbsp agave nectar 2-3 tbsp semi…
MEDITERRANEAN PIZZA WITH FETA CHEESE Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: Mediterranean Pizza with feta cheese – thin crust, topped with olives, red peppers, chickpeas and onions. Great recipe, if you are looking for a change from your old favorite pizza. Ingredients For the Pizza: 1 pound homemade or store bought pizza dough (I…
SUGAR FREE SKINNY LIMEADE Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: Sugar free, skinny limeade server with fresh berries – light and refreshing, no calories, great for summer! Ingredients ⅔ cup lime juice (from about 10 large limes) 7 cups water 1 tsp sStevia extract ( start with ½ tsp and adjust the taste) ice…
LIGHT NO BAKE STRAWBERRY CHEESECAKE CUPS Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: These light no bake strawberry cheesecake cups are very simple to make and sweetened with maple syrup and stevia. Perfect for your next summer family gathering or party. I made these in individual cups, so they can look more pretty and elegant….
MEDITERRANEAN SEVEN LAYER DIP WITH HUMMUS Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: This Mediterranean Seven Layer Dip is very easy to put together, makes a light and impressive party appetizer. Ingredients 8 ounces hummus (homemade or store bought) 3 large roasted red peppers, chopped 1 large English cucumber, peeled and chopped 1 cup pitted…
MEDITERRANEAN STYLE RAINBOW QUINOA SALAD Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: A simple combination of classic Mediterranean flavors, studded with creamy avocado and chunks of feta cheese. Gently seasoned with salt, pepper, olive oil and lemon juice. Ingredients 1 cup uncooked rainbow quinoa 1½ cups grape tomatoes, cut in half 5 Persian cucumbers, cut…
EASY FRESH STRAWBERRY MARGARITA Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: Easy Fresh Strawberry Margarita – the ultimate summer drink. Ingredients 10 oz fresh ripe strawberries, washed, hulled and sliced ½ cup silver tequila 2 oz freshly squeezed lime juice ¼ cup agave nectar or honey ¼ cup orange liqueur such as Triple Sec or…
