Vegetable Dishes & Sides

Cucumber Raita

Raita is a refreshing, cooling and versatile yogurt sauce commonly served as a side in Indian cuisine. It pairs well...

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Okra Bell Pepper Stir Fry

This colorful and flavorful Okra Bell Pepper Stir Fry is beautifully aromatic and exploding with flavors of turmeric, thyme (substituted...

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Summer Slaw with Sweet Peaches and Candied Cashews

This recipe for summer slaw is a take on Ottolenghi’s Winter Slaw recipe in his cookbook, “Plenty.” I have kept...

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Tomato Galette

This tomato galette is the perfect summer appetizer or lunch! The free form tart is overflowing with the goodness and...

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Spicy Roasted Cauliflower with Herbs

Spicy roasted cauliflower with herbs is sharpened with garlic, smoked paprika and chili. Roasted seeds, cilantro and basil are added...

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Tomato and Peach Panzanella

Panzanella, a classic Tuscan side dish is traditionally made with stale bread, ripe tomatoes, vinegar and olive oil. Some versions...

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Grilled Peach and Shishito Pepper Salad

Grilling peaches for this grilled peach and shishito pepper salad, elevates   these sweet freshly picked peaches to a stunning...

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Japanese Cucumber Salad

Japanese cucumber salad is a crunchy, refreshing side that is the perfect accompaniment to spicy BBQ, grilled burgers, or fish...

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Falafel

Falafel is a popular Middle Eastern “fast food” made of a mixture of chickpeas, fresh herbs, and spices that are...

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Stuffed Zucchini Boats

Every middle eastern country has its version of stuffed vegetables, like the stuffed zucchini boats, known as dolma. Grains,...

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Grilled Potato Salad

I was inspired by a recipe in Bon Appetit to make this warm grilled potato salad to serve with my...

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Mejadra, Lentils and Rice with Caramelized Onion

Mejadra, lentils and rice with caramelized onions, is considered to be a the ultimate comfort food in the world of...

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