It is unbearably hot and humid here in NYC. So hot that the thought of turning on the stove makes me lethargic. This salad requires no more than 5 minutes of heat, and those 5 minutes are well worth it. Tomato panzanella is a quintessential summer dish, and I am happy it has found a home on the crunchy radish summer salad series. Instead of white french bread to soak up the juices and dressing, I use a hearty sprouted whole grain loaf, but a gluten-free option would work well too. Cucumbers add the perfect amount of crunch and pair perfectly with vibrant and flavorful cherry tomatoes for this simple and savory summertime dish.
Read moresummer salad series + grilled peach, arugula, and mozzarella salad
This salad came from pure necessity after a week trip of deliciousness in Copenhagen and Paris (more on that soon). I initially featured a grilled peach salad on crunchy radish a few years back, but wanted to revisit it here and give it a little tune-up. Peppery arugula plays perfectly with the smooth and silky mozzarella and sweet caramelized peaches. I threw in some quick pickled radishes for more complexity and bite, but this can be replaced with onion or omitted altogether. The simplest of dressings is used to truly allow the ingredients to shine. In summer, when produce tastes so exceptional as is, it is best to leave things unadulterated and pure.
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Crunchy Radish is primarily a plant forward food blog where I focus on the abundant and diverse ways to utilize plant-based whole foods. Despite leading mainly a vegetarian lifestyle, there is a time and a place where I fit in sustainable animal protein. For this installment of the crunchy radish summer salad series, vegetables monopolize a large amount of plate real estate, but it is the mustardy baked salmon that steals the show.
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summer salad series + brown rice noodle salad
Salads are always in heavy rotation here at crunchy radish HQs, but in the summer they become the all star attraction as opposed to a simple and light affair that goes alongside the main. For the next few weeks, we will be featuring the crunchy radish summer salad series which will highlight seasonal produce in a satiating and simple manner. We can't promise you that no stove will be involved. However, we can guarantee a full month's worth of sensational and inspirational salad fare that will last you all summer long.
Read more4 things to make this 4th
Happy 4th of July vegheads! Whether you are bopping about on a boat in Tahoe, sipping spiked green juice in Montauk, or hiking in the Catskills, here are 4 things to make this 4th.
Read moreback to basics: july 4th do's and don'ts
It’s that time of year again when the grills come out and beers start chilling. There are hot dogs composed of unknown “meats”, mayonnaise -laden potato salad, and chips galore. July 4th does not have to be notoriously unhealthy. Here are my quick fix tips to help you to celebrate without leaving you bloated, loaded, and guilt-ridden.
Read moresugar snap pea salad + garlic scape pesto
My friends at Fresh Direct sent over a very special delivery, a basket full of gorgeous and incredibly fresh and flavorful produce highlighting some of the seasons most unique offerings. When produce is fresh and local, I typically prefer to leave it be - pure and unadulterated. This allows the natural crunch, textures, and flavors to speak louder than sauces, seasonings, and denaturalization.
Read morebalsamic roasted strawberry chia pops
In the summer months our bodies gravitate toward cool and refreshing foods. Unfortunately, most ice creams, popsicles, and sorbets are laced with processed sugar, gums, and emulsifiers. Before you blame me for ruining all your childhood ice cream memories, consider this nutritious and virtuous popsicle. Not only will this summer time treat cool you down, it will load you up with calcium, protein, omega 3's, Vitamin C, and fiber. Sweetened only with pure maple syrup and roasted strawberries, these popsicles are nutritious and balanced enough to begin your day with. Believe me, I have conducted extensive research.
Read moreradish recs: nyc
As a born and bred New Yorker, I can confidently say that I have a strong understanding of the dining scene in New York City. I have acquired a balanced palate that can appreciate both fine dining establishments as well as rustic and simple cafes and dives that pepper the boroughs. This is an evolving list that will continue to expand exponentially as I continue my ever-growing appreciation of the New York City restaurant scene. Not everything listed is super “crunchy” and healthy; as I do enjoy dining out, even if it does not have health and wellness in mind.
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