INGREDIENTS: 2 cups wheat berries, soaked for one hour prior to cooking 2 ½ quarts water or chicken stock (if using water, add 1 tablespoon sea salt) 1 bay leaf 2 pounds assorted root vegetables, peeled and cut into small cubes (parsnips, beets, butternut squash, rutabagas, carrots, celery root, etc.) 1 large red onion, coarsely...Read More
This is a great Mediterranean-style salad that is delicious and served with seafood, poultry, or grilled lamb. INGREDIENTS: Olive Vinaigrette 1 cup pitted Nicoise olives (small black olives) 1 cup high-quality extra virgin olive oil 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice 5 basil leaves 1 shallot, chopped 1 anchovy Ground black pepper Salad 1 cup olive...Read More
Here is a protein-packed, stick-to-your-ribs winter salad full of bright California flavor that is healthy and tasty. Double the recipe and enjoy it for lunch the next day. INGREDIENTS: 1 15-oz can chickpeas (or 2 cups cooked), drained and rinsed 2 cups fresh spinach (packed) 1/4 cup red onion, chopped finely 3 tablespoons lime juice...Read More
This recipe is similar to the delightful salad served at Magic Pan crepe restaurants that were popular during the 80s. In our updated version, we have added slices of fresh fennel bulb which adds a delectable crunch to the salad and we’ve replaced the canned mandarin oranges with fresh seedless clementine segments. INGREDIENTS: Salad 1/3...Read More
INGREDIENTS: 1 medium (2 1/2 – 3 lbs.) butternut squash, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes 1 red onion, cut in half, thinly sliced 1/2 cup dried cranberries 2 cups water 1 cup uncooked bulgur wheat 4-5 tablespoons white wine vinegar 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil Zest of one orange 1/2 teaspoon coriander 1...Read More
Here’s a great winter salad that satisfies our craving for hearty and satisfying dishes in the colder months, but is also light and healthy. INGREDIENTS: 1 1/2 cups wheat berries 1/4 cup rice vinegar 1/3 cup fresh orange juice 2 tablespoons honey 1 cup dried fruit, finely diced (figs and raisins work well together, but...Read More
Any beets will do, but the golden beets are lighter tasting than red and look lovely with the kale. Much of the success of this dish relies on really tender kale. Scotch kale was used, but Russian would work as well. INGREDIENTS: Salad 1 bunch of golden beets, tops removed with 1 inch of stem...Read More
While honeydew is usually the backbone of fruit salads, it can also shine in savory recipes, like this one with crunchy cucumber, feta cheese, and mint. The lemon and olive oil dressing has lots of black pepper to temper the melon’s sweetness. Pair this salad with grilled meats or toss it into the picnic basket...Read More
Walnut oil and raw walnuts are available at Manzanita Manor Organics at the Aptos Farmers Market at Cabrillo College. INGREDIENTS: 1 tablespoon sherry vinegar 3 tablespoons walnut oil 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard Salt and freshly ground black pepper 1/2 pound chicory 1/2 cup toasted walnuts, coarsely chopped 1/4 cup shaved Spanish Manchego cheese METHOD: In...Read More
INGREDIENTS: 4 teaspoons curry powder* (preferably Madras) 2 teaspoons water 1/2 cup canola oil or light olive oil 2 tablespoons cider vinegar 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic Scant 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 6 cups microgreens (or mache or other baby greens of your choice) METHOD: Curry Oil Infusion: Place curry powder and water...Read More
