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Smoked Salmon and Lemon Risotto
Growing up in the Pacific Northwest, I am biased when it comes to things that involve salmon. We do love our fish, especially our salmon and take it very, very seriously. When I am asked “what is...
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Zucchini-Lemon Quinoa
Dubbed a super-food, not only is quinoa (actually a seed, not a grain and pronounced KEEN-wah) gluten free, but it’s also a balanced and complete source of protein that’s rich in vitamins and...
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Lemon Risotto with Lemon Balm Pesto
This delicious and easy no-stir risotto creation, with its lemony flavor really brings back a touch of summer sunshine. I like to top my risotto with a lemon balm and basil pesto, it’s simply...
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Barley Salad with Roasted Corn, Zucchini & Red Pepper
Here we are again, just me and what looks to be just another big bowl of salad. But wait, this one is different. A few veggies and a whole lot of grain. What I love about grains in salads is their...
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Tomato Barley Salad with Herbs, Yogurt & Lemon
Barley isn’t new to me. I love barley! I’ve been eating oatmeal made from barley flakes for years. It’s one of my all-time favorite cooked breakfasts. And barley in soups and stews? – definitely! For...
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Porcini Risotto with Sage
What can be more satisfying than a bowl of homemade risotto? Sadly something I think we enjoy far to seldom. All that stirring, right? Yes, we love to eat it but seldom what to go through the trouble...
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Roasted Sweet Potato, Pear and Quinoa Salad
This is the perfect salad for anyone that loves sweet. The deep roasted flavors of sweet potatoes and pears are exactly that. Together with quinoa, they make for rich and flavorful salad that is...
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Roasted Beet Risotto
I have a little obsession with beets at the moment. And this little obsession led me to the uncharted world of beet risotto. Something I wish I had explored earlier. This beet risotto is hands down...
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Broccoli Tabbouleh
In this variation, the classic Middle Eastern salad has been upgraded with oh-so nourishing broccoli and fresh and tasty dill. Forget the cauliflower “rice” trend. In this recipe, I’ll show you the...
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Carob Buckwheat Granola
The first thing you should know about buckwheat is that it’s gluten free. The second thing you should know about it is that roasted buckwheat is called “kasha”. Of course it’s not necessary to roast...
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Vegetarian Thai Red Curry
Sometimes its so nice to actually be able to make something like a sweet, tart Thai curry without having to search for all the ingredients you may or may not have in your pantry (or in my case, giant...
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Barley Bowl with Lemon-Spinach Pesto
Okay, I finally understand the ingeniousness of “health bowls”—it’s a fabulous way to enjoy a healthy one-bowl-meal using a mix of grains, fresh vegetables and whatever else you have on hand. In this...
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Chia Overnight Oats & Coconut Mango Chia Pudding
As one of the most nutrient-dense foods on the market, why not include chia seeds in what we consider the most important meal of the day? After all…“chia” does mean strength. Starting your day with a...
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Chicken with Bulgur, Lemon, Herbs and Tomatoes
Here is a super simple one-pan dish that’s perfect for delivering dinner on a busy weeknight. All that goes into this casserole dish is broth, bulgur, lemon, thyme and some cherry tomatoes, which is...
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Black & White Rice with Oyster Mushrooms and Swiss Chard
Here’s a wild rice with oyster mushrooms dish that won’t bore you to death. One inspired from a trip with friends to Istanbul where we experienced some of the most amazing meals — modern Turkish ones,...
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Wintery Kale Salad with Black Rice and Roasted Beets
I discovered a new type of rice – black rice. A whole grain Chinese hybrid grown in neighboring Italy called Riso Venere. Its color is remarkable – it’s an intense deep purple, so deep it’s almost...
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Farro with Herbs and Pistachios
Delicious!! Seriously, old world grains like emmer and spelt are not just “good-for-you” grains. More and more, these once old world staples are showing up on menus as a gourmet specialty food. And...
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Lemony Cucumber Quinoa Salad with Feta & Herbs
Keeping healthy when you are always on the go might sound like somewhat of an impossible task, but actually it is much easier than you think! This simple recipe for a lemony cucumber quinoa salad with...
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Grilled Eggplant, Tomato, Halloumi and Bulgur Salad
Here’s a vegetarian grilled eggplant, tomato, halloumi and bulgur recipe that even meat lovers will go crazy for! Anyone who has had grilled halloumi together with eggplant and tomatoes will know what...
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Black Rice Salad with Mango and Apple
Although there are times when I enjoy eating a salad more than others (ahem, every day ending in “y”!)… I don’t ever really need an excuse to have a salad. Even at this time of year. In winter, that...
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