A Gathering of Veggie Deliciousness!
Heirloom Tomato & Bell Pepper Gazpacho Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: Late summer Heirloom Tomato & Bell Pepper Gazpacho Ingredients 4-5 lbs ripe heirloom tomatoes 2 cucumbers, peeled and diced, divided 1 red bell pepper, chopped 1 yellow bell pepper, chopped 2 shallots, peeled and chopped 8 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons balsamic…
Chickpea Avocado Orzo Salad Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: Chickpea Avocado Orzo Salad – full of proteins and healthy fats; complete meal or a side dish; vegans: replace feta cheese with black olives. Ingredients 1 cup cooked orzo pasta 1 cup chickpeas, cooked 1 cup avocado, cubed 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled (VEGANS…
Elderflower Iced Tea Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: Elderflower Iced Tea – very healthy and super-delicious refreshment. Ingredients 1 Tbsp dry elderflowers ½ cup boiling water 1 cup cold water juice of 1 lemon sweetener of choice ice Instructions View the full recipe at Kitchen Nostalgia →
Blackberry Fig Sage Popsicles Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: Blackberry Fig Sage Popsicles Ingredients ⅔ cup water ½ cup sugar 2 tablespoons honey 30 sage leaves 1¼ cup blackberries 1 tablespoon lemon juice ¼ cup + 1 tablespoon coconut water 12 Kadota figs, tips removed Instructions View the full recipe at Snixy Kitchen…
Fresh Beet Pasta with Summer Squash and Squash Blossoms Prep time: 15 min Cook time: 15 min Total time: 30 min Serves: 4-5 A fresh pasta dish perfect for the transition from summer to fall, with ingredients from my local farmers’ market. Ingredients 16 oz (450 g) fresh beet pasta (go for a thicker noodle…
Spinach Basil Pesto & Tomato Grilled Cheese Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 10 minutes Total time: 20 minutes Serves: 4 Fresh spinach and basil pesto, juicy sliced tomato and melted mozzarella make for one delicious and comforting grilled cheese! Ingredients Spinach Basil Pesto: 2 cups fresh baby spinach 1 cup fresh basil 3 garlic…
Grilled Garden Vegetables Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 15 minutes Total time: 30 minutes Serves: 4 A nice grilled vegetable plate: the pattypans with some zucchini, fresh baby carrots and onions from my parents’ lovely garden, along with garlic, herbs such as fresh parsley, fresh basil, fresh rosemary, and fresh oregano, from our box…
Yellow ratatouille Prep time: 10 min Cook time: 30 min Total time: Serves: 4 This slight variation on the traditional ratatouille (vegetable stew from South of France) uses yellow summer squash and white eggplants for a bright coloured dish with a delicate taste. You can use tellow peppers for an even yellow-er result. Ingredients 1…
Grilled Corn and Zucchini Toss Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: Grilled corn and zucchini get tossed with buttery walnuts and a spicy chile. This is the perfect side dish to your end-of-summer cookout. Ingredients 2 ears of corn, husks and silks removed 1 tablespoon + 2 teaspoons olive oil, divided 1 small onion,…
Corn and Coconut Chowder Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: A luscious vegan corn chowder made with coconut milk and finished with a bright basil oil. Ingredients 4 corn cobs, husked with silk removed 1 tablespoon coconut oil or olive oil 1 onion, chopped 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 red chile, seeded and chopped…
Late Summer Minestrone Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: A delicious way to use up the last of the zucchini and your Swiss chard. Lots of vegetables and whole wheat pasta simmer in a velvety Parmesan broth. Ingredients 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 medium yellow onion, diced 2 garlic cloves, peeled and minced 1…
Middle Eastern Grilled Eggplant with Lemon Tahini Sauce Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: Grilled eggplant slices are stuffed with a spiced rice and chickpea filling and drizzled with a delicious tahini dressing. Yum! Ingredients Grilled Eggplant: 1 large eggplant, top removed, and cut into 1/4″ slices, lengthwise 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil 1/2…