Back-to-school time is always chaotic–soccer practices, piano lessons, and getting the kids back on their homework schedules. For those days when I just can’t get to the market, I like to keep a few “pantry meals” in my rotation. The dinners usually revolve around a starch, such as gluten-free pasta, rice, or lentils, plus a few easy additions that are likely lingering around my fridge. I keep several types of lentils in my pantry, but my favorite varieties for salads are either black beluga lentils or the French green “verte du Puy”. These particular lentils …
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Lentil Salad with Toasted Almonds
Makes : 4 to 6 servings | Salads/Sides | Dairy Free , Vegan , Vegetarian
On October 2, 2012
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Chicha Morada
Makes : about 3 quarts | Beverages | Dairy Free , Vegan
Don’t be mad at me. How could I possibly make you mad, you ask? Because I’m going to tempt you with this deeply flavorful, fruity and exotic Peruvian beverage called Chicha Morada. So what’s the problem? Well, Chicha Morada is made from purple corn. The drink gets its gorgeous, rich color (along with a healthy dose of anti-inflammatory anthocyanins) from ears of dried purple corn-on-the-cob. And thus the problem: sourcing dried purple corn. I generally avoid calling for hard-to-find ingredients because I want you to spend your time cooking, not shopping. But in rare instances (such …
Tropical Rice Salad
Makes : 4 to 6 servings | Salads/Sides | Dairy Free , Vegan , Vegetarian
On September 5, 2012
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For those who prefer their grains processed and pulverized (think white bread), the mandate to “eat more whole grains” leaves many home cooks at a loss. But incorporating these foods into your daily routine can actually be quite simple — and fun. One of the easiest ways to introduce whole grains (grasses and seeds, too) into your repertoire: salads. Gluten-free salads made from rice, quinoa, buckwheat, wild rice, millet or even lentils and beans prove successful not only as side dishes but often as light main courses as well. In the case of this colorful rice …
Zesty Tomato-and-Roasted-Pepper Salad
Makes : 4 servings | Salads/Sides | Dairy Free , Vegan
I grew up in the Midwest, where tomato season comes on fast and furious, but then fizzles out by the end of August. In Oregon, our local tomatoes get a slower start, but these late bloomers often last straight into the beginning of fall. When the weather is hot, it’s hard to beat a simple salad of sliced tomatoes with olive oil and sliced sweet onion. But as summer passes, I start dressing them up a bit more, pairing the tomatoes with bold flavors like roasted peppers, briny capers and meaty olives. This substantial mix …
Chunky Guacamole
Makes : 4 servings | Appetizers/Snacks | Dairy Free , Vegan , Vegetarian
On June 27, 2012
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My entire family’s heading to Oregon next week, so I’ve been busy thinking up meals that everyone will enjoy. I want to make sure there are plenty of healthy snacks around, too, to fuel the hikes, sand-dollar gathering, and bocce games we’re bound to enjoy. And while it’s simple to toss a container of hummus on the table, I tend to prefer something a little more special. Homemade guacamole can be as simple as smashing an avocado with a bit of salt, or a more elaborate concoction that’s hand-ground with a mortar and pestle. Mine …
Quinoa Salad with Chicken and Grapes
Makes : 4 servings | Main Dishes , Salads/Sides | Dairy Free
If you envision chicken salad as a big bowl of mayonnaise-coated chicken—and little else—it’s time to rethink the possibilities. In this updated combination, the chicken takes a backseat to quinoa, a protein-rich, gluten-free grain. I toss the two with grapes and celery for crunch and cumin-lime vinaigrette for the perfect summer picnic fare. Quinoa cooks quickly–start to finish in under 15 minutes–and you can even make it a day or two ahead. I often grab a rotisserie chicken from the market (make sure it’s gluten free) and dice up the meat for the salad. You …
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