Blog Archives for tag nuts

‘Chicken & Cabbage Salad with Basil, Cilantro & Cashews’

A simple vinaigrette of rice vinegar, fish sauce, garlic and crushed red pepper flakes really livens up this Asian-inspired salad. … Continue reading »

‘Ricotta & Orange Blossom-Stuffed Dates’

Medjool dates are nature’s version of candy.  Super sweet and versatile, I keep dried dates in my fridge for a… Continue reading »

‘Seeded Whole-Grain Quick Bread’

This homemade whole wheat quick bread is just as good as any loaf from your favorite bakery.  Coated with a… Continue reading »

Cashew & Chive-Crusted Halibut

The inspiration behind this dish came by surprise.  Walking into the house, I pass our herb garden–and yesterday in the… Continue reading »

‘Cashew-Cauliflower Soup’

There are two ingredients that make this cauliflower soup thick and creamy (and no, neither of them is cream or… Continue reading »

Matcha Granola

My favorite store-bought granola to snack on at breakfast is the Mona’s brand (it is crunchy, flavorful and just sweet… Continue reading »

‘Romaine & Sugar Snap Peas with Pecan Dressing’

What a fabulous and unique idea for a flavorful salad dressing!  Roasted pecans flavored with a touch of salt and… Continue reading »

‘Chicken, Mushroom & Bok Choy Bowls’

A hearty grain bowl like this one is a satisfying and healthy dinner idea.  This particular bowl starts with cooked… Continue reading »

Broccoli with Lemon & Walnuts

This healthy broccoli side dish gets its flavor from three things: tangy lemon zest, buttery walnuts and rich walnut oil. … Continue reading »

‘Carrot Slaw with Lemon-Honey Dressing’

I know exactly what you are thinking…’is this one of those mayo-coated old-fashioned carrot and raisin salads that were popular… Continue reading »