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White Bean Dip

We usually have hummus or bean dip in our house. It’s a quick snack with rice cakes, pretzels, carrot/celery sticks. Dips make a great sandwich or wrap spread, simply add shredded carrots, spinach (or other green like arugula, baby kale etc) and a sprinkle of pumpkin or sunflower seeds It’s also an easy appetizer, served […]

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Cauliflower Alfredo Sauce

Cauliflower was a boring vegetable I pretty much ignored until I discovered its exceptional health boosting powers. [su_expanding_quote_book source_author=”Michael Greger MD” source_title=”How to Not Die” full_quote=”Cruciferous vegetables like broccoli, brussels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower and kale can potentially prevent DNA damage, activate defenses against pathogens and pollutants, help prevent lymphoma, boost liver detox enzymes and target […]

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Quinoa Tabbouleh

Love this! It’s a fun twist on traditional tabbouleh, which is made with bulgur. This dish comes out of my kitchen with  frequency during the summer months. It is very versatile; I make it as as a one-dish dinner served over a bed of spinach or as a side to grilled chicken, or roasted pork […]

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Roasted Salmon with Tomato Olive Salsa

Something magical happens with this combination of tomato, black olives and basil. The flavors fuse with such harmony it makes every bite a feast for the tastebuds. For a long time I didn’t bother seeding the tomatoes, but the salsa was so runny I finally did and discovered it is really worth it. Simply scoop seeds out […]

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Pumpkin Hummus

Pumpkin gives hummus gives a fall flavor, but and a nutritional boost. It’s a popular appetizer at our autumn play dates and dinner parties.

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Lemon Zest Roasted Asparagus

Fresh, tender asparagus is a delectable taste of spring. It is also a wonderfully nutritious food, high in folate and vitamin K which improves bone health by improving calcium absorption. For a weeknight dinner, place the Rosemary Honey-Glazed Salmon in the center of the baking sheet and roast salmon and asparagus together. Serve with brown […]

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Cilantro Pesto

This pesto really dresses up roasted fish fillets or broiled chicken breasts. It makes a delicious spread for wraps or sandwiches, and can also be used as a dip with pita chips. Mix it with an equal amount of soft goat cheese and it becomes a popular dinner party appetizer. For a special dinner, use […]

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Eggplant Red Bell Pepper Dip with Almonds

This is hugely popular as an appetizer with pita chips for dinner parties. I also use it as a spread on toasts or wraps – add some spinach leaves and maybe a sprinkle of pumpkin seeds — for a snack or even lunch. Red bell pepper is a rich source of lutein and zeaxanthin, carotenoid […]

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Lemony Arugula Pesto

Arugula is part of the cruciferous family, high on the list of super immunity foods. This pesto is especially delicious drizzled on roasted fish fillets or grilled chicken breasts.