Smoky, savory, and just a little unexpected, this Pumpkin Chipotle Salsa is a wonderful way to use pumpkin beyond the usual sweet recipes. The pumpkin adds subtle sweetness and body without making the salsa taste overtly “pumpkiny,” while tomatoes, lime, cilantro, cumin, and chipotle peppers give it plenty of bright, smoky flavor. Serve it with...Read More
Fresh mint gives this pesto an unexpectedly bright, cooling flavor, while basil, toasted pistachios, Parmesan, lemon, and gently cooked garlic add richness and depth. It is especially delicious with grilled vegetables, lamb, chicken, or fish, but it is just as good tossed with pasta, spooned over roasted potatoes, or spread on crostini. For an easy...Read More
Peppery arugula gives classic basil pesto a lively twist, while Parmesan, garlic, lemon, and olive oil round out the flavors. Bright, fresh, and wonderfully versatile, this pesto is delicious tossed with pasta, spooned over grilled vegetables, chicken, or fish, spread on sandwiches, or stirred into soups and salad dressings. INGREDIENTS: 4 cups loosely packed baby...Read More
Bright, spicy, and intensely herbaceous, zhoug is a fresh green chile and herb sauce with roots in Yemen that has become popular throughout the Middle East and Mediterranean. Made with cilantro, parsley, fresh chiles, garlic, warm spices, and olive oil, it has a lively flavor that falls somewhere between a pesto, salsa verde, and hot...Read More
Pumpkin seeds give this vibrant green pesto a rich, nutty flavor while offering a delicious alternative to traditional pine nuts. Fresh basil and parsley keep the sauce bright and herbaceous, while lemon juice adds just enough acidity to balance the Parmesan and olive oil. This versatile pesto is wonderful tossed with pasta, spooned over roasted...Read More
Fresh tomatillos bring a bright, citrusy tang to this creamy salsa verde, while ripe avocado gives it a smooth, velvety texture. Roasting the tomatillos and jalapeños adds subtle sweetness and smoky depth, creating a salsa that tastes far more complex than its simple ingredient list suggests. Serve it with tortilla chips, spoon it over fish...Read More
If you’ve never tasted zaalouk, imagine a rich, smoky cousin to salsa—one that’s made with silky eggplant instead of tomatoes alone. This beloved Moroccan salad is gently cooked until the eggplant, tomatoes, garlic, herbs, and warm spices melt together into a luscious spread that’s equally at home on a slice of crusty bread, alongside grilled...Read More
Bright, tangy, garlicky, and full of fresh herb flavor, this lemon chimichurri sauce is a lively twist on the classic. Fresh parsley, garlic, oregano, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, lemon zest, chile, and olive oil come together in minutes to make a vibrant sauce that instantly wakes up grilled meats, seafood, vegetables, eggs, and grain...Read More
Sweet ripe mango, crisp cucumber, lime, and fresh jalapeño come together in this bright, refreshing salsa inspired by Caribbean flavors. It’s the kind of dish that instantly feels like summer — colorful, vibrant, and perfect for sharing at picnics, cookouts, or relaxed afternoons outdoors. The cool crunch of cucumber balances the sweetness of the mango...Read More
