Appetizers
Fresh Zucchini and Olive Stuffed Tomatoes The best solution payday loans
Great recipe from “The Bite Size Kitchen” blog… The idea for these little tomatoes came from a dinner party that I had a couple of years ago. No cooking involved – just chopping. These are totally raw and super fresh and tasty – perfect for any spring or summer gathering. Makes 24 appetizers. Does not keep well overnight. 12 small tomatoes 2 medium zucchinis 1 jar green or Katamala olives Italian seasoning Rice wine vinegar Juice of one lemon 3 tablespoons best quality extra virgin olive oil Freshly ground sea salt and black pepper Gut your tomatoes: Slice off the top and carefully ‘cut’ out the insides with a spoon (use a...
Read MorePeanut Free “Peanut Sauce” The best solution payday loans
I like to dip things. And this sauce is a great alternative to peanut sauce for salads, veggie rolls, pot stickers and other items you might be looking into making around the house. 1/2 cup raw almond butter 1/4 cup water 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 2 teaspoons pure maple syrup or agave nectar 2 teaspoons tamari 1/2 teaspoon crushed garlic (approximately one clove) 1/4 teaspoon grated fresh ginger Dash of sea salt or kosher salt (no iodine) Recipe based on similar one in “Raw Food Made Easy” by Jennifer Cornbleet
Read MoreClassic Hummus The best solution payday loans
3 cups cooked chickpeas, or 1 15-ounce cans chickpeas, rinsed and drained twice, warmed in a pan 1/3 cup lemon juice 1 clove garlic 1/2 cup tahini Puree warm chickpeas, lemon juice, garlic and 2/3 cup water in food processor for 3 to 4 minutes, or until smooth, scraping down sides of bowl if necessary. Add tahini, and puree 2 minutes, or until mixture has consistency of soft cream cheese, adding 1 to 2 tablespoons water, if necessary. Season with salt and pepper, if desired.
Read MoreCowboy Salsa – from Stu and Lorrie Singleton The best solution payday loans
You won’t regret making this taste sensation. It’s practically a meal in itself it’s so full of goodness. You can also use it over salad! 1 Can Green Giant Niblets Corn 1 Can Black Beans 3 Roma tomatoes, diced 3 Green onions, chopped 1 Bunch Cilantro, chopped 2 Avocados, diced ½ tsp garlic ½ tsp Tobasco Sauce (or to taste) 1 Tbs Olive oil 2 Tbs of Rice Vinegar and Red Wine Vinegar Mix all ingredients well and add salt to taste. Chill and serve with tortilla chips. Good for about 24 hours.
Read MoreWatermelon Salsa The best solution payday loans
Fantastically delicious (and nutritious to boot!). A great way to take summer fruit and mix it up. Thanks again to Allison Singleton for the submissions… I tasted this at her home a couple of weeks ago so I personally recommend it! 6 cups diced, seeded watermelon, drained 1 cup chopped green pepper 6 Tbs fresh lime juice 2 Tbs chopped fresh cilantro 2 Tbs chopped fresh basil 6 green onions, thinly sliced 2 chopped seeded jalapeno peppers (optional) 1 tsp garlic salt (I usually add some frozen corn too…just eyeball it.) Combine all ingredients. Enjoy!
Read MoreBusy Mama’s Easy Guacamole The best solution payday loans
This is a great way to get veggies on the table without steaming up your house. It’s a perfect snack or h’ordeuvre and it only takes about 3 minutes, depending on how many avocados you use. 4 ripe Avocados ½ jar of salsa (your choice) salt to taste Cut open the avocados. Remove the seeds from the centers. Scrape the flesh of the avocados into a medium bowl. Mash to desired consistency. (If you like your guacamole very smooth I suggest using a hand held mixer). Add salsa. Stir.
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