I’ve been making this Lentil Salad all summer long to go with a sandwich or to just eat on its own. Lentils are packed with protein and fiber and are so good in salads and soups. Be sure to use brown or green lentils for this as red ones become […]
Snacking is such fun. Here’s a healthy alternative to chips and such: Roasted Chickpeas. One lowly can of chickpeas can transform into a crunchy and yummy delish treat for young and old. My son especially loves them! The two keys to successful roasted chickpeas are as follows: Dry them out […]
This White Bean Dip with Pita Chips makes a frequent appearance at my get-togethers. First of all, it’s a quick vegetarian dish to have on hand. The dip can totally be made the day before. You certainly can skip the homemade pita chips and just buy a bag, but the […]
Teresa Giudice’s Zucchini Spaghetti Salad from her Skinny Italian cookbook is a wonderful starter or side dish. It really lets the zucchini shine. So make this when the zucchs are in season, which is now, now, now in my lovely Garden State. Yay! It is light and refreshing and packed […]
My Roasted Caprese is the perfect appie or side on these lazy summer nights when you don’t feel like cooking much but want to taste the flavor of the season. I always have all of these ingredients on hand: And of course garlic, basil and the co-stars: grape tomatoes and […]
