Tag: side dish

Talk about a nutrition powerhouse… Quinoa is packed with fiber and protein. This grain is the perfect base to a meal. The herbs in this dish make it pop! You’ll Need 1 cup quinoa 14.5 ounces chicken stock 3 tablespoons water ½ teaspoon freshly ground pepper 1 tablespoon olive...

This dish provides some great color and is a nutritious and delicious side. You’ll Need ½ pound raw beets, trimmed 3 heads of Belgian Endives, medium 1 red onion 1 Tablespoon Dijon mustard 1 Tablespoon red wine vinegar salt and pepper 3 Tablespoons olive oil 4 Tablespoons finely chopped...

A unique and easy side dish to make to complement some grilled or baked fish. You’ll Need 1 medium cauliflower 1/2 cup whipping cream 1/4 cup mayonnaise Salt to taste 1 ½ Tablespoons Dijon mustard ½ lemon (juice only) Paprika Directions Remove the stem and leaves from the cauliflower. Steam...

A perfect side dish to complement a variety of meals.  You’ll Need ½ cup red bell pepper, chopped ½ cup green onions, sliced 2 Serrano chilies, deseeded and chopped 2 tablespoons butter 1 ½ cups milk 1 ½ cups water ½ teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon pepper ¾ cup white...

You’ll Need 1 clove garlic, finely chopped ½ teaspoon salt 1 cup plain yogurt ½ teaspoon sugar 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice Directions In a bowl that can hold the amount of dip you are preparing, add the garlic, lemon juice, salt and sugar and mix. Add in the...

The combinations of ingredients in this dish work wonderfully together. This dish makes a nice complement to grilled fish. You’ll Need 8 stalks celery (about 1 pound) ¼ cup sliced olives of choice ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley 2 Tablespoons olive oil 1 Tablespoon white wine vinegar 1 ½...

This is a unique salad that incorporates fruits and veggies and also makes a nice complement to a variety of meals. You’ll Need 4 medium carrots, shredded 1/3 cup pomegranate seeds 1 Tablespoon scallions, chopped 3 Tablespoons lemon juice 2 Tablespoons olive oil Salt and pepper to taste Directions...

Veggies are the building blocks of the Mediterranean diet. Try this recipe as a way to savor green beans. You’ll Need  2 Tablespoons butter  1 ½ pounds fresh green beans  1 large tomato peeled and chopped  ½ cup green onion, chopped  1 teaspoon salt  1/8 teaspoon pepper  ½ teaspoon...

Here’s a fabulous side dish that is so easy to make! You’ll Need 1 pound carrots ½ cup dry white wine ½ cup water 1 Tablespoon white vinegar 1 garlic clove, crushed 1 bay leaf 6 Tablespoons olive oil 1 teaspoon mustard Salt Pepper Directions Peel the carrots, and...

Green beans are a blank palate. Jazz them up; this one is bursting with flavor. You’ll Need 1 pound green beans, ends trimmed 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 Tablespoon red-wine vinegar 1 Tablespoon olive oil 1/8 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground pepper Directions Steam beans for 5 to...

Sweet potatoes are such as nutritious food. Give this delightful combination a try.  You’ll Need 6 medium sweet potatoes or yams (about 2 pounds) or substitute one 23 ounce can 6 teaspoons brown sugar 3 Tablespoons butter 3 Tablespoons orange juice ½ teaspoon salt 1 Tablespoon grated orange peel...

Couscous is a featured grain in many regions of the Mediterranean. Enjoy this side dish as a complement to some fish. You’ll Need 1 ¼ cups water or chicken broth 2 Tablespoons butter 1 cup couscous Salt Freshly ground pepper 1 cup cooked garbanzo beans 2 small zucchinis, thinly sliced Directions Bring the...