Isn't this French kale beautiful? I know, I know - the words kale and beautiful don't normally sit side by side in the same sentence, but the dark green and purple all ombréd together and those perfect, rounded ruffles make it the ODLR of the vegetable world.I brought the above kale home from Elawa … Continue reading Kale and Chickpea Salad with Honeyed Almonds and Smoked Paprika Vinaigrette
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Lemony Lentil Salad with Dill, Cucumber and Feta
This Greek inspired lentil salad hits all the right notes - crunchy, creamy, light-yet-filling, and bursting with bright flavors. It's a great take-along for a Memorial Day picnic, and though it stands alone as a vegetarian entree, it would be a fabulous accompaniment to anything from burgers to grilled chicken. The lemony dressing will seem … Continue reading Lemony Lentil Salad with Dill, Cucumber and Feta
Crispy Kale and Quinoa with Roasted Broccolini and Red Peppers
A few months ago I decided to integrate Meatless Mondays into our weekly menu plan in the name of health and diversity. The problem is, I have relied heavily on pasta which is not the healthiest option nor is it diverse. This week I branched out and made veggies the star. I love that it … Continue reading Crispy Kale and Quinoa with Roasted Broccolini and Red Peppers
BLT Chicken Salad with Basil and Grilled Avocado
This recipe is for my sister Kath, who said the world could use a new chicken salad recipe - specifically one with crunch that does not involve celery. It's a spin on all of those BLTs we ate growing up, and will hopefully remind you of summer during this seemingly endless deep freeze. Crisp-cooked bacon … Continue reading BLT Chicken Salad with Basil and Grilled Avocado
the aesthete and the dilettante 