Tag: healthy

  • Miso Roasted Vegetables

    Miso Roasted Veggies

    Do you hear that? August is here and the slow race to autumn has begun. Gradually, the shift in summer attitudes becomes increasingly obvious – light jackets, talk of Labor Day, and warmer beverages. For my sake, let’s hang on to the summer celebrations a little longer.

    Local Vegetables

    There are still plenty of fresh vegetables and barbecues to be consumed. It’s been a busy but wonderful summer – Leili went to Europe to fulfill her food dreams and we celebrated our blog’s first birthday this year. This recipe is one of the final salutes to summer of 2015. (more…)

  • Roasted Asparagus Salad with Dijon Dressing

    Asparagus Salad

    I think it’s been a while since I’ve posted a salad recipe since I worry that it might be too simple and no one would be interested. Then I thought, ‘Why not? It’s summer and that’s what everyone is eating!’ Tell me I’m right. Either way, this salad is delicious and should not be ignored. Roasted asparagus, golden potatoes, perfectly cooked eggs, and a delightful Dijon dressing. Do I have your attention yet?

    Dressed

    As with most fresh summer ingredients, I like to keep things simple and let the vegetables do all the work. My only job is to draw out the flavors and add a bit of heat. The less time I spend on prepping, the more time I have to eat and enjoy the outdoors. (more…)

  • Roasted Honey Spiced Chicken

    Chicken Plate

    I might be late to the game on ramps, but better late than never with these beautiful, delicate plants. This is my first spring using them, and I am delightfully in love, but more on that later.

    Chicken Leg

    Let’s also talk about my love with chicken. Chicken. Chicken. Chicken. You can never go wrong with my first poultry love. I grew up in the city and have no access to a grill – this recipe is the next best thing. I wanted an almost burnt chicken packed with lots of flavor. Here, I used the sear-and-roast technique. Not quite the same, but definitely delicious and full of umami. (more…)

  • Sesame Veggie Soba

    Sesame Veggies

    Despite a little wind and a few sprinkles here and there, spring has finally made its way into New England. No more snow, and days that only grow longer and longer until summer.

    Veggie Soba

    I’m ready to jump into my sandals and race to the park for a picnic. In another week or so, I’ll also be racing to the farmers’ market to browse this season’s green offerings. There is no greater joy for me than celebrating the warm seasons with fresh produce and healthy living.

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  • Green Banana Fruit Smoothie

    smoothie final

    Okay, so I know this smoothie is green, but before you run from the room screaming, just check out all the goodness I’ve put in here for you.

    We’ve got bananas, strawberries, blackberries, blueberries, cherries, pineapple, orange…and maybe just a bit of broccoli and kale.

    Broccoli for fiber (it’s important), and kale because I love you.

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  • Mushroom and Leek Quinoa

    Final 2

    Happy 2015!

    I’m sure you guys are bombarded with New Year’s resolutions and what not. It’s almost impossible not to feel the pressure from our social media newsfeed. Meanwhile, I’ve been indulging in Netflix marathons. I’m only human.

    Mis

    To lessen my guilt of binge watching everything, I have made this dish to guide me onto the path of fitness inspiration. This quinoa recipe is made with roasted mushrooms, sautéed leeks with garlic, and toasted almonds – all wonderful ingredients to nourish a new you. The mushrooms taste similar to crispy pork skins after roasting them – a trick I learned from a chef. The garlicky leeks are amazing and I could eat these all day.

    Chopped

    This dish also helps me miss summer less – these are ingredients I’d buy weekly at the farmers’ market. Since the days are slowly getting longer again, consider this post my countdown to springtime.

    This is a delicious way to start the New Year with no compromise on taste. (more…)

  • Turkey Kale Hash

    Final Fork 2

    So after my favorite holiday comes my favorite leftovers. For Thanksgiving I make extras of everything just so I can have a ton of food to ‘snack’ on later. I am shameless about this and this is why I stay in a food coma for about a week after Turkey Day has passed.

    MIs

    However, I do occasionally grow tired of eating the exact same plate of food for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. This dish is a lighter take on brunch while utilizing what you may already have in the fridge from the big feast. I suppose this is a way to ease myself out of guilt when I go back to injecting stuffing and mashed potatoes into my veins.

    Onions

    Don’t feel limited to only using the ingredients I have listed below. Go scavenge for whatever is left in the refrigerator and then throw it altogether like a wiz. This is merely a suggestion.

    Mushrooms

    Turkey

    Go wild.

    – W. (more…)

  • Lazy Smoked Corn

    Final

    Fall is here! The crunchy leaves and crisp air have taken up their proper residency in New England. Currently, I’ve traded in my beach towels for wooly scarves and hot chocolate is effective immediately.

    While we are preparing for our migration to the great indoors, I suggest this dish to give you a wisp of summer. This is a very simple corn recipe that calls for very few ingredients. The real stars here are the corn and the smoked salt. The salt takes away the hassle of the grill but will still give you the delectable, smoky flavor.

    Try this at home – feel free to add some other vegetables for fun and color.

    – W.

    Ears

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  • Warm Brussels Sprouts Salad

    Mis

    The air is definitely chillier and I have finally accepted that fall is here and winter is coming. With that, we head into a different food harvest. Today, we are going to shine the spotlight on Brussels sprouts.

    Brussels sprouts are an excellent fall and winter vegetable. I didn’t grow up eating them because no one in my family ever liked them. My first experience with them was in college a few years back. One of my roommates made them for dinner and I reluctantly tried the crispy brown-green vegetable. Now, I roast them all the time for their delicious flavor and texture.

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  • Mushroom and Pepper Omelet

    Plate

    There is nothing that says ‘I love you’ more than making someone breakfast. This isn’t just for your significant other, but this will work wonders for friends or your mother if you need a big favor. You will be the greatest person alive.

    This omelet recipe is simple and fuss-free. You only need a few simple ingredients to make this delicious and the best part is that you can change the ingredients around to your liking. Try this recipe first and taste for yourself.

    Mis

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