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Ingredients: 1 1/3 c. cantaloupe, finely chopped 1/2 c. jicama, peeled and finely chopped 1/3 c. red or green bell pepper, finely chopped 3 T. lime juice 4 t. red onion, finely chopped 1 T. snipped fresh cilantro 1 fresh serrano (mild) chili pepper, seeded and finely chopped 1/4 t. sugar (optional) dash of salt […]
Ingredients: 2 T. olive oil 1 t. tamari soy sauce 1 med. red onion, sliced into 1/2-inch-thick slices and separated into rings 8 med. shiitake mushrooms, stems discarded and caps wiped clean salt 4 slices homemade-type bread, such as sourdough, Tuscan, or semolina 1 roasted red pepper, cut in half (either freshly roasted or store-bought) […]
Ingredients: 2 T. olive oil 4 green onions, minced 2 lg. yellow bell peppers, chopped 2 lg. red bell peppers, chopped 4 c. tomatoes, fresh, peeled, chopped 1/4 t. tarragon 1/3 c. water 1 1/2 lbs. orzo (rice-shaped pasta) 1 c. peas, fresh salt Directions: In a large skillet, sauté green onions in olive oil […]
Ingredients: 1 15-oz. can garbanzos, drained 1/3 c. lemon juice 1/3 c. sesame tahini 1 garlic clove 1/2 t. salt Directions: Combine all ingredients in blender. Process until smooth. Chill overnight. Serve with fresh vegetables or chips. Serves: 12. Nutritional Information: Calories per serving: 55; protein: 3 grams; fat: 2 grams; fiber: 2 grams; cholesterol: […]
Ingredients: 2 c. fresh broccoli flowerets 2 c. fresh cauliflowerets 2 c. fresh mushrooms 2 c. baby corn on the cob 2 c. Italian or herbal Italian dressing 1 c. red bell pepper, thinly sliced 1/2 c. ripe olives 2 c. small cherry tomatoes Directions: Combine broccoli, cauliflower, mushrooms, and corn on the cob. Marinate […]
Ingredients: 1 lg. tomato, chopped 1/2 c. onion, chopped 1 4-oz. can green chilies, diced 2 t. fresh cilantro, chopped 1 clove garlic, minced 1/2 t. salt Directions: Combine all ingredients. Allow to marinate one hour before serving. Delicious with entrée or as a dip for vegetables or chips. Makes: 2 cups. Nutritional Information: Calories […]
Ingredients: 4 lg. beefsteak tomatoes 1/4 t. salt, or to taste 1 onion, chopped 2 T. oil 1/2 lb. zucchini, cut into quarter-inch pieces 1 .p fresh or frozen corn 2 garlic cloves, crushed 2 T. parsley, chopped coriander sprigs Directions: Cut off and reserve the tops of the tomatoes; scoop out the pulp. Chop […]
Ingredients: 1 qt. water 1 1/2 cups dried black-eyed peas 2 large tomatoes (1 pound), chopped 1/2 cup cilantro, chopped 1 jalapeño chili, stemmed and seeded 2 T. lemon juice 1/8 t. salt cilantro sprigs Directions: In a 2-quart pan, bring 1 quart of water to a boil. Add peas. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer […]
Ingredients: 4 c. cantaloupe, seeded and cut into 3/4-inch pieces 2 c. frozen raspberries 1 c. orange juice ice (optional) Directions: You may have to do this in batches. In a blender, blend 2 cups of the cantaloupe, all the raspberries, and the ice (if desired) until the mixture is almost smooth. Add the remaining […]
Ingredients: 1 1/2 c. frozen strawberries 1 c. pineapple juice 2 bananas 1 12-oz. block silken tofu (firm) 1+ c. ice (depending on preference) 2 t. sugar Directions: Blend all fruit and juice. Add ice for thicker and icier consistency. Serves 4. Nutritional Information: Per serving: calories: 192; fat: 2.8 grams; carbohydrates: 37.7 grams; fiber: […]