Tabouleh is a delicious salad that comes from the Middle East. It is typically made with couscous or bulgar wheat, but I like to make it with quinoa. Not only is quinoa higher in protein and fiber, but it’s a good substitute for those with gluten sensitivities. This version uses South American ingredients: corn, avocado…
(If you’re new to cooking with dry beans, read up on everything you need to know about dry beans here.) This vegetarian succotash stir-fry is delicious, easy to make, and packed full of nutrients. It’s cheaper to use dry lima beans but you can use canned or frozen lima beans. Traditional succotash starts with lima…
(If you’re new to cooking with dry beans, read up on everything you need to know about dry beans here.) Locro is a hearty squash stew typically made with dried hominy. It originates from the indigenous cultures in the Andes, and is now adopted as the national dish of most countries in the Andes. It…
Nettles are one of the first plants to emerge in the spring. They are super-high in Vitamin C and minerals. They also have diuretic properties, so they are considered a good tonic or cleansing green. In other words, this is a super-health food that comes just when we most crave something fresh after a winter…
Every year I plant way too much Swiss chard. In my defense, it’s such an easy vegetable to grows and I forget how much just a couple rows will produce. Then I work all fall chopping, blanching and freezing dozens of bags of Swiss chard, only to have the family complain about it. Then I…
This is another low-carb veggie dish that has become a family favorite. I recently made it for my husband’s uncle who has very particular tastes. He called me the next day and wanted the recipe, saying it’s the best zucchini dish he’s ever had. Ingredients 2 medium zucchini, quartered and chopped (about 4 cups) 2…