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For vegetarian version substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth.
Very Easy salad made with black beans, avocado, jalapeno and sweet red pepper. I sometimes add a cup of cherry tomatoes cut in half.
Brown Rice Cuban Burgers provide a flavorful, satisfying and healthy
barbeque season for vegetarians and non-vegetarians alike. A wholesome,
meatless option for a weeknight meal or backyard entertaining, these
burgers are easy to prepare and convenient without compromising taste.
This version of risotto boasts a refreshing lemon tang complemented with seasonal spring and summer ingredients. Short grain brown rice gives this dish a slightly chewy texture and nuttier flavor than traditional risotto – a happy delight for tastebuds. Leftovers make for an appetizing lunch.
Recipe and photo courtesy of the © California Asparagus Commission
Recipe and Photo courtesty of the California Asparagus Commission © 2010
Garbanzo Bean Stew Serve as a side dish or main dish served over couscous.
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 20 minutes
Servings: 4
Recipe Source: www.wildalaskaflavor.com.
Serve hot in place of meat or cut into slices or cubes and add to a stir-fry, fried rice, soup or salad.
Chef Matthew Silverman, Vintner Grill Las Vegas
Enjoy rich, robust flavors with this recipe for flatbread pizza topped with spicy romesco sauce, grilled Portobello mushrooms and shredded and Smoked Gouda cheese.
This is the best ever pasta salad. I get more requests to make this salad than any other.
Recipe Source:
Middle Eastern Pilaf. Great for holiday entertaining.
Hearty meatless paella. The lentils more than make up for the lack of chicken or seafood that is usually in a traditional paella.
The lentils along with the bulgar wheat make this a very filling salad. The lentils are full of protein. I make this recipe for a vegetarian dinner and serve it with a nice crusty bread and some fruit.
Mediterranean Kiwifruit Couscous Recipe courtesy of California Kiwifruit Commission.
Pair with a bottle of GewürztraminerPassover Potato Kugel with Caramelized Onions and Broccoli. This is a delicious vegetarian side dish for Passover or for any meal- great any night of the week.
Healthy Quinoa Recipe. Quinoa supplies all eight amino acids needed for a complete protein.
Recipe Source: Food Network star and registered dietitian Ellie Krieger
This is a really good pasta dinner recipe. Roast garlic, eggplant, tomatoes, yum.
Recipe Source: West Junior High School, Hopkins, MN
This thoughtful blend of vegetables and legumes, combined with the perfect protein of the ancient Aztec grain, quinoa, and complimented with just the right spices, offers the healthiest and tastiest chili you'll ever have. This recipe stands apart because of its warm, rich flavors, and because it supplies a full serving of whole grains, orange vegetables, and legumes in one satisfying bowl! Serve with a crunchy side of cornbread or whole-grain tortilla chips.
Eggplant and tomato can used as a side dish or vegetarian entree.
Total recipe time: 25 minutesFor Lenten omit cheese or use a vegan cheese.
Recipe Provided by Joan Ferraro, New York, NY
Shamika's Spinach Tart. You can substitue yogurt for the sour cream. You can assemble this in advance, just refrigerate until ready to use. When you are ready, just take out of refrigerator and pop in the oven.
Recipe Source: Evelyn Haddad - Lebanese recipe
Note: vegetable stock can be substitued for beef stock for lenten (vegetarian) version
Easy to make Lebanese salad of bulgur wheat, parsley, cucumber, tomato and mint.
This vegetarian dish has a wonderful blend of spices and tangy-sweet flavors.