Carrot tops are super flavorful, but they often get tossed. I use them the same way you would use parsley – simply strip the leaves from the stems and add them to soups, salads, or herb-y sauces like pesto or chimichurri. For this pesto recipe, I combined the carrot tops with fresh basil, parsley, toasted … Carrot Top Pesto Penne with Peas
We recently took a trip to the Baja region of Mexico and our first night at the resort we ordered a seafood cocktail not really knowing what to expect. What came to the table was a bowl of tangy, spicy marinated seafood which they served with saltine crackers and fresh tortilla chips. I was immediately … Mexican Shrimp Cocktail
I love a good veggie-based meal once in a while. There’s nothing boring about this dish – the harissa (which is a very peppery, smoky chili paste) and honey compliment each other perfectly. The lemon zest and mint add an extra layer of deliciousness. Serve this on its own or with quinoa, farro or brown … Honey Harissa Roasted Carrots and Chickpeas
This dish is a wonderful addition to any holiday brunch or dinner! I love the buttery, flaky crust and creamy spinach filling. Serve this with Greek salad or fresh fruit salad to round out the meal. 3. In a large bowl, add cooked onion and garlic along with the parsley, spinach, egg, feta, mint, dill, … Spinach Feta Phyllo Bake
I love when my meals are colorful and full of fresh flavor! These bowls are the so delicious and perfect for meal prep. We definitely will be keeping this meal on rotation. Although this salad is vegetarian, you could easily top it with grilled chicken or salmon if you want to add more protein. 2. … Quinoa Kale Power Bowls with Apple Cider Vinaigrette
Josh and I have been watching a lot of “Stanley Tucci: Searching for Italy” and I’ve been so inspired by their way of cooking. They use minimal ingredients in their dishes, but they use the best and freshest ingredients they can find. While we don’t have the same tomatoes they do, we do the best … Roasted Tomato and Bean Stew
Pizza and tacos are two of my absolute favorite foods (I’m sure most of you can agree). This pizza is the best of both worlds! I decided to go the vegetarian route with this one – highlighting sweet corn and tomatoes which are at their peak of freshness right now. If you can’t find queso … Veggie Taco Pizza
Grain salads are a wonderful lunch or side dish option. This salad is so flavorful and has a wide variety of colors and textures. The fresh herbs and creamy goat cheese really tie the whole dish together! This is really a complete meal on its own, but you could also serve this with grilled meat, … Sweet Corn and Basil Grain Salad
If I could think of one dish that I make all the time in the summer it’s caprese. I always look forward to pairing juicy tomatoes with creamy mozzarella and fresh basil from my garden. These wraps are a perfectly portable way to enjoy those flavors on-the-go or on your next outdoor adventure. If prepping … Caprese Salad Wraps
Sweet summertime – we’ve waited so long for this! I’m kicking off the season by sharing this yummy salad recipe which would be perfect to take on a picnic or to your next gathering. This salad is great on it’s own, but would be wonderful served with grilled chicken or salmon as well. If prepping … Butter Lettuce Salad with Blueberries and Poppyseed Dressing
