Passover has many symbolic foods which commemorate the story of the Jews’ liberation from slavery in ancient Egypt. Bitter herbs or horseradish represent the bitterness of slavery and are traditionally served on a seder plate. If you are interested in making a symbolic dish that utilizes the bitter herb theme, consider this salad for your holiday table. It is filled with sliced radish, radicchio, parsley, romaine lettuce, and zippy lemon horseradish dressing. If you don’t celebrate Passover, this bitter herb and lettuce salad would make a welcome addition on any Easter or spring table. You can toss in some farro or bulgur wheat for a more hearty side or top with hard boiled eggs, slow roasted salmon, or grilled chicken for a light main.
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Summer salad season has commenced, and warm weather cooking is focused on easy fare with minimal heat and prep. My body always craves crunchy and fresh foods when the temperature rise, and I certainly try and avoid lengthy time in the kitchen. A classic wedge salad typically features iceberg lettuce, blue cheese dressing, and bacon - tasty but not very nutritious. For a more virtuous spin on the classic wedge, consider this salad which features yogurt ranch dressing and crunchy romaine lettuce along with other vegetables -all topped with smokey almonds.
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It is officially spring, and that means moving away from heavy roasts and hot ovens. It is also the time when beautiful and vibrant produce starts appearing, and the Easter and Passover holidays occur. If you are looking for a new way to use those farmers’ market carrots or just need a new dip idea that is not hummus, try this spiced carrot dip for your holiday table, cocktail party, or snack time needs.
Read more9 healthy things to make for super bowl sunday
It's Super Bowl time! Which means hours of beer guzzling, wing nibbling, and chip dipping in vast quantities. Game day does not have to be unhealthy. Here are nine simple, nutritious, and delicious ideas that won’t leave you in a greasy, salty state by the 4th quarter.
Read morewinter soup series: tomato, kale, and white bean stew
I recently dined at King, a restaurant in NYC. The meal was delicious and warming. The dishes were uncomplicated - just the type of food I want to enjoy when I eat out. One hearty dish which really stood out was the ribollita, which is a Tuscan bean and tomato bread stew. It was dense and crispy and belly warming. I wanted to create something similar at home, minus the bread. Yes, I am aware that it is hard to omit the bread in a bread stew. Yet, with the inspiration intact, my bread stew morphed into a hearty tomato and bean soup, heavy on the kale, with the addition of potato to add some density and texture. Just what my belly asked for in the dark days of winter.
Read morecrunchy radish clean up: day 1
Day one kicks off with a refreshing ginger mango spinach smoothie, followed by a snack of sweet potato wedges. Lunch is a protein filled lentil soup with a massaged kale salad with chickpeas and buckwheat groats for dinner.
Read morecrunchy radish clean up: day 2
Day two starts with a hearty and nourishing bowl of muesli. For snacks, enjoy cucumber with hummus and sweet potatoes with tahini. For dinner, have a virtuous bowl of spaghetti squash with arugula spinach and hemp seed pesto topped with za’atar roasted tomatoes.
Read morecrunchy radish clean up: day 3
You’ve reached the third and final day of this years clean up! Want to keep going? Refer to the last 3 years of plans here and curate your own! Day 3 begins with the go to crunchy radish “house” smoothie. For snacks enjoy Persian cucumber with hummus and super seedy crackers with avocado. For lunch lean on leftovers of filling and nourishing lentil soup with spinach and lemon. For dinner get your crunch on with brown rice with roasted purple cabbage and broccoli with tamari roasted almonds.
Read morewhole roasted cauliflower with turmeric tahini sauce
Cauliflower is certainly having it's moment, whether it is riced, roasted, or put into a smoothie, it seems to be omnipresent. Cauliflower is typically on our plates once a week, and Jack is already a fan. What makes cauliflower one of my "go-to" vegetables is its versatility, adaptability, and quick cooking time. It is also a member of the brassica family, which means it contains fiber and cancer-fighting nutrients. Whole roasted cauliflower may seem intimidating, but it is quite simple to make and it is certainly a show stopper. If you are looking to impress your vegan or non-vegan friends, here is a dish for you!
Read moreturkey taco lettuce cups
Eating with a plant-forward focus is my main food mission, and I try and slip in veggies at every meal and snack. Recently, my body has been craving more meat in my diet and, for me, that means integrating wild salmon, chicken, and turkey. When I do add these animal proteins into my meals, I always try and purchase the best option available, which means grass-fed, pasture-raised, hormone-free, and humanely raised products. These turkey taco bowls allow me to get my turkey fix, yet continue to place priority on fresh, nutrient-rich vegetables, whole grains, and legumes.
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