Nutrient Dense Olive Tapenade

Nutrient Dense Olive Tapenade

Originating in the Mediterranean tapenade is made with olives, anchovies, capers, garlic and herbs – nutrient density at its best! Olives are rich essential minerals calcium, magnesium, iron, potassium, zin and copper, polyphenols and omega-9 fatty acids that can help...
Romesco (Red Bell Pepper and Almond Sauce)

Romesco (Red Bell Pepper and Almond Sauce)

Romesco is a nut and red bell pepper sauce that originates in Catalonia region in Spain where it seems fishermen originally prepared this sauce for fish. This is so delicious, colorful and elegant, I use it many different ways As a sauce over chicken breasts (roasted...
Pumpkin Hummus

Pumpkin Hummus

Tis the season! Put fall in your hummus by adding pumpkin and spices — making it more delicious and nutritious. Fiber-rich and loaded with vitamins, minerals and beta-carotene pumpkins are nutrient dense food with multiple health benefits. The high fiber content...
Avocado Mousse

Avocado Mousse

Red bell peppers and cilantro add color and crunch, additional flavor, Tabasco gives it some oomph and non-fat Greek yogurt rather than sour cream puts a dash of probiotics into this luscious appetizer. Avocado Mousse Print Recipe CourseAppetizers Avocado Mousse Print...
Eggplant Red Bell Pepper Dip with Almonds

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...