Moroccan Carrot Lentil Soup

Recipe adapted from http://www.acedarspoon.com/moroccan-carrot-red-lentil-soup/

Moroaccan Carrot Lentil Soup

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Course Soup
Servings 6

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 med sweet onion
  • 3 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 7 med carrots, peeled, chopped
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp turmeric
  • 2 tsp coriander
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/4 tsp cinnamon
  • 2 cups Lentils
  • 1 15-oz can Diced Tomatoes
  • 6 cups vegetable broths
  • Salt and Pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Heat 2 tablespoons in a large pot over medium heat. Saute the onion and garlic until soft. Add the carrots and saute until carrots are tender. About 10-12 mins.
  • Add the spices and saute for an additional 2 mins.
  • Add the vegetable broth, diced tomatoes, and lentils and stir to combine. Simmer on low heat for about 20 mins, or until lentils are tender.
  • To create a creamy soup, use a blender and blend soup in portions or use an immersion blender.
  • Serve soup with fresh cilantro, crushed red pepper, and fresh lemon juice.

Citrus Glazed Salmon

Citrus Infused Salmon

Course Main Dish
Servings 4 people

Ingredients
  

  • 4 5 oz salmon filets, skin removed
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 2 tbsp fresh orange juice
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Lemon Juice
  • Salt and Pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Heat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Place salmon on a sheet pan and season with salt and pepper.
  • Whisk together the honey, orange juice, and lemon juice. Pour the honey mixture over the salmon.
  • Bake the salmon until cooked through, about 12 mins depending on thickness. Twice during the cooking, brush the glaze that has accumulated at the bottom of the pan over the fish.
  • Remove from the oven, serve, and enjoy!

Baked Curried Cauliflower

Baked Curried Cauliflower

Open the doors to this new set of flavors.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Side Dish
Servings 4 people

Ingredients
  

  • 1 head Cauliflower, cut into florets
  • 1 med yellow onion
  • 1/3 cup olive oil
  • 1 tsp cumin, ground
  • 2 tsp curry powder
  • 1/4 tsp paprika
  • 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
  • Salt and Pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
  • Whisk together olive oil, spices, salt and pepper.
  • Combine cauliflower and onions, then toss with oil mixture.
  • Spread cauliflower mixture on lined cookie sheets in a single layer.
  • Bake for 20 mins, turn and toss the cauliflower, then return to oven and bake for an additional 15-20 mins until cauliflower is tender and lightly browned. Remove from oven and serve.

Asian Slaw

Asian Slaw

Try this crisp, tangy side packed with veggies.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Salad, veggie, salad
Servings 6

Ingredients
  

  • 1/4 cup Sweet chili sauce
  • 2 tbsp cider vinegar
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 1/2 tsp worcestershire sauce
  • 3 med cucumbers, sliced
  • 1 large carrot, peeled and sliced
  • 6 med green onions, sliced
  • 3 small tomatoes, seeded and diced
  • 6 cups cabbage, shredded Green or Red
  • 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
  • 1/4 cup parsley, chopped
  • 6 leaves basil leaves

Instructions
 

  • To make dressing, whisk together chili sauce, vinegar, oil, sugar, soy sauce, and worcestershire sauce until sugar is dissolved.
  • Combine vegetables and herbs. Toss with dressing. Refrigerate for 1 hour before serving.

Lentil Mint Salad

lentil

Adapted from kalynskitchen.com

Lentil Mint Salad

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings 4 people

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup Lentils
  • 4 tbsp olive oil
  • 5-10 cloves garlic
  • 1/4 cup Mint, fresh, finely chopped
  • 3 tbsp Parsley, fresh, chopped
  • 4 tbsp Fresh Lemon Juice
  • 1 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/4 tsp allspice
  • Salt and Pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Rinse the lentils over running water and pick out the broken ones or any small stones. Put the lentils in 3 cups of water and bring to a boil. Simmer gently, until tender, about 25-30 minutes.
  • While lentils cook, very finely mince fresh garlic cloves. Heat 2 Tbsp of olive oil in small frying pan, add garlic, and saute over low heat for about 7-8 mins.
  • While garlic cooks, finely chop your desired amount of fresh herbs, mint and parsley.
  • In a small bowl whisk together lemon juice, the other 2 T of olive oil, ground cumin, and ground allspice.
  • When lentils are tender, drain well and return to the pan. Turn heat back on under pan with the garlic and add lemon dressing mixture to heat for about 1 min.
  • Pour heated dressing over the lentils, then gently stir in fresh herbs. Season with salt and pepper.

Black Bean Hummus

bean dip

Adapted from eatplaybe.com

Black Bean Hummus

Here is a fun dip for your next appetizer.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 6

Ingredients
  

  • 1 15 oz can black beans
  • 1 small jar Marinated Artichoke hearts
  • 1 tbsp tahini
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1-2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1-2 tsp Sea Salt

Instructions
 

  • Rinse black beans thoroughly and drain. Place black beans, artichoke hearts, tahini and garlic in a food processor. Slowly drizzle in olive oil as you blend the ingredients to desired consistency. Add salt to taste.
  • Serve with fresh veggies, pita chips, or your favorite dipper.

Orange Twist Mashers

sweet potato

Adapted from The Canyon Ranch Kitchen

Orange Twist Mashers

Try a new blend of flavors with this classic veggie.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 people

Ingredients
  

  • 2 med Sweet potatoes, washed, 1 inch cubes
  • 2 tbsp Orange juice, fresh squeezed
  • 1/2 tsp Sea Salt
  • 1/4 tsp Black pepper, freshly ground
  • 1/4 tsp Ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp Pure vanilla extract

Instructions
 

  • Place 6 cups water in a large saucepan and bring to a boil.
  • Add potatoes and cook for 15-20 minutes, until potatoes are tender.
  • Turn off heat and drain water. Place saucepan back on burner for 30 or more seconds to dry potatoes.
  • Add remaining ingredients and mash with a potato masher until all ingredients are mixed well. Potatoes will be slightly lumpy.

Healing Chicken Ginger Soup

ginger soup

Adapted from www.NourishingMeals.com

Healing Chicken Ginger Soup

Enjoy this recipe featuring a wonderful blend of flavors.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings 6

Ingredients
  

For the Broth

  • 2 pounds Organic chicken breast
  • 8 cups water
  • 1 large Onion, chopped
  • 3 stalks Celery, chopped
  • 1 large Carrot, chopped
  • 1 head of garlic Whole, cut in half cross-wise
  • 1/4-1/2 cup Ginger, finely chopped
  • 1 tsp crushed red chili flakes
  • 2 cups Shiitake mushrooms, chopped
  • 1 stalk Lemongrass, fresh, chopped
  • 1 tsp Black peppercorns, whole
  • 3 tsp Sea Salt

For the Soup

  • 1 medium Onion, chopped
  • 3-4 stalks Celery, chopped
  • 3 medium Carrots, chopped
  • 2-3 cups Shiitake mushrooms
  • Cooked chicken pulled away from bone and chopped
  • Salt and Pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • For the broth: Place all ingredients for broth into a 6-quart pot. Cover and bring to a boil, reduce heat to med-low and simmer for 1.5 hours. Strain broth into a large bowl. Place chicken breasts onto a plate to cool. Pour the broth back into the pot. Once chicken is cooled, remove the skin, pull the meat from the bones and chop the chicken into bite size pieces.
  • Place all of the veggies for the soup (onion, carrot, celery, and shiitake mushrooms) into the pot with the broth. Cover and simmer for about 15-20 mins. Add the chicken. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Simmer a minute or two more until the veggies are soft. Enjoy!

Tahini Dip With A Kick

tahini dip

Adapted from www.NourishingMeals.com

Tahini Dip With A Kick

Enjoy this delicious dip with a variety of raw veggies.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 6

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 Cup Canned, Organic Coconut Milk
  • 1/2 Cup Raw, Sesame Tahini
  • 1/4 Cup Almond Butter
  • 3 Tbsp Fresh Lemon Juice
  • 4 to 5 Cloves Fresh Garlic
  • 1/2 tsp Sea Salt
  • 1/4 tsp Cayenne Pepper *Adjust to your taste buds
  • 1-2 Tbsp serrano pepper *Adjust to your taste buds

Instructions
 

  • Blend all ingredients until creamy. Add more water if you would like a sauce, or keep it thick for a dip.