The Best Way to Cook Corn on the Cob
This is the best method for fresh cooking corn on the cob that results in perfectly sweet, tender and juicy corn that isn’t tough or overcooked. The ideal weeknight side dish during corn season or any...
View ArticleRamen Broccoli Slaw
This healthy Ramen Broccoli Slaw is perfect for entertaining outdoors, and is filled with delicious Asian inspired flavors. Nothing tastes better with grilled meats or picnic spreads than a refreshing...
View ArticleFarro Greek Salad with Feta and Dill
Chewy farro is tossed together with fresh dill, kalamata olives and feta cheese to create this healthy and delicious whole grain, Farro Greek Salad. In the summer months when it’s hot, I love to...
View ArticleBasil Pistachio Pesto
A delicious twist on the Italian classic, your family will love this Lemony Basil Pistachio Pesto. Serve on pasta, drizzle over meat or use as a salad dressing! Summer food is so easy, so flavorful,...
View ArticleSmoked Salmon Niçoise Salad
A twist on the classic, this protein-packed smoked salmon niçoise salad is made with green beans, kalamata olives, and hard boiled eggs then drizzled with a honey Dijon vinaigrette. I’ve mentioned...
View ArticleItalian Herb Roasted Broccoli
Italian Herb Roasted Broccoli is an incredibly simple side dish that is packed with flavor and pairs well with pasta, chicken, or fish! It is no secret that I love roasting vegetables for the side...
View ArticleLebanese Rice Salad
Colorful Lebanese rice salad is perfect for summer barbecues and quick lunches full of crunchy vegetables, hearty grains, and zesty homemade dressing. I really enjoy taking traditional flavors and...
View ArticleZa’atar Crusted Cauliflower Steaks
These flavor-packed Za’atar Crusted Cauliflower Steaks are easy to make and are the ultimate vegetarian entree or side dish recipe! If you buy your cauliflower at the right time, you’ll find that they...
View ArticleRoasted Vegetables Provencal Style
Roasted vegetables with Provencal herbs for a sweet, tender, and smoky side dish. Roasting is one of my favorite cooking techniques for vegetables, especially in the colder months when a little extra...
View ArticleSoba Noodle Salad with Sesame Ginger Soy Vinaigrette
This easy and flavorful Asian-inspired soba noodle salad is perfect with any veggies you have on hand, and can be served cold, warm, or at room temperature. I love a good pasta salad, and that doesn’t...
View ArticleGarlic Roasted Vegetable Pasta
A quick and easy meatless main or healthy side dish, your family will love this vegetarian Garlic Roasted Vegetable Pasta. The most delicious meals created in my kitchen are almost always those that...
View ArticleFall Farro Salad
This hearty fall farro salad is filled with chewy farro, sweet grape tomatoes, crisp apples, drizzle with a creamy honey tahini dressing. The ultimate side dish recipe, this salad is great for...
View ArticleLebanese Rice Pilaf With Vermicelli
A staple in Middle Eastern cuisine, Lebanese Rice Pilaf is made with vermicelli noodles toasted in clarified (rendered) butter. I’ve mentioned it before, but I’ll say it again. I could eat Lebanese...
View ArticleGreek Spinach Rice
Greek Spinach Rice is a 15-minute side dish recipe made with just a few simple ingredients you probably already have on hand. Perfect for serving with roast chicken, grilled lamb, or broiled fish. In...
View ArticleMashed Butternut Squash and Sweet Potatoes
The ultimate fall side dish, these mashed butternut squash and sweet potatoes are scented with orange zest and lightly sweetened with maple syrup. Ideal for entertaining, these can be prepped up to 3...
View ArticleWarm Hummus with Ground Lamb and Pomegranate
This easy Lebanese appetizer recipe of warm hummus with ground lamb and pomegranate seeds is scented with cinnamon. Hummus is one of my favorite appetizers for hosting friends and family during the...
View ArticleSpicy Asian Coleslaw
A flavorful twist on the typical slaw, this Spicy Asian Coleslaw is creamy, tangy and slightly spicy, and inspired by classic Asian flavors. I always used to think I didn’t like coleslaw. But as it...
View ArticleLebanese Green Beans with Tomatoes
A humble but flavorful Lebanese classic, this vegetarian side dish of Lebanese Green Beans with Tomatoes is made with warm spices including cinnamon and allspice. Comfort food means different things...
View ArticleRoasted Vegetables with Tahini Lemon Sauce
Roasted vegetables with tahini lemon sauce as either a drizzle or a dip creates a perfect vegetarian side dish. I recently shared the recipe for my homemade tahini sauce, and figured I’d share one of...
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