Yum! This dish is a spicy exotic take on traditional cauliflower. Roasting brings out natural sweetness and the curry adds some serious heat. Curry powder is complex, delicious and has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties. Try this quick and easy side dish tonight. Full recipe and photos after the jump.Prep Time: 5 minutesCook Time: 30 minutes Ingredients:1 medium head of cauliflower1 medium onion1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil1 tsp curry powder1/2 tsp ground cumin1/2 tsp ground coriander1/2 tsp cayenne pepper Step by Step Instructions:1. Preheat over to 450 2. Chop and wash cauliflower 3. Chop onion into small chunks 4. Whisk olive oil and spices in a small bowl 5. [...]
Superfood Facts: Cauliflower
I have never been a huge fan of cauliflower, but I promised my Grandma that I would make some recipes and give it a try. So, I decided to do some research and it is one powerful food! It is a member of the cruciferous veggie family, which makes it a cousin to my favorites, brussels sprouts and kale and is packed with cancer fighting nutrients! Grown in Italy and Turkey since 600 BC, it is now grown and enjoyed all over the world. Keep an eye out for some cauliflower recipes in the next few days. Cauliflower health facts after the jump.Some Cauliflower Facts: Cauliflower aids the body is [...]
Black Bean Brownies with Ricotta Swirl
Sorry for the lack of posting recently, I just got back from a fabulous weekend visiting family in Texas. While there, I had the opportunity to work on developing this tasty brownie recipe. Made with black beans, agave nectar and ricotta, these brownies are a far healthier version of this traditional treat. The best part? They are so tasty and chewy, you can’t even tell they are made with beans! These brownies passed the ultimate taste test. My 6 year old cousin Nick loved them and couldn’t tell the difference. Don’t let the beans scare you, this recipe is a wonderful way to enjoy a delicious treat filled with fiber [...]
Quinoa with Broccoli and Artichoke Hearts
This tasty recipe takes minutes to whip up and can be a side dish or a main course. Artichokes are loaded with fiber, Vitamin C, potassium, folic acid and magnesium. They add a great deal of flavor to this filling, antioxidant-packed dish. Full recipe and photos after the jump.Prep Time: 2-5 minutesCook Time: 10 minutes Ingredients:1 cup quinoa, dry (I used red, but you can also use white or black)2 cups broccoli, washed and chopped1 can of artichoke hearts, drained, rinsed and chopped2 cloves of garlic, minced1/2 cup veggie broth1 tbsp extra virgin olive oilsalt and peppercayenne pepper Step by Step Instructions:1. Cook quinoa according to package directions 2. While [...]
Pomegranate-Balsamic Glazed Carrots
These carrots make a tasty and quick side dish that is both delicious and impressive. I was lucky enough to receive some fantastic pomegranate balsamic vinegar as a gift, so I decided to put it to use. The tangy balsamic mixes with the sweetness of the honey and a touch of spicy cayenne to create a complex and unique dish. It’s easy to whip up a pomegranate balsamic mixture of your own. I urge you to give this one a try. Recipe and photos after the jump.Prep Time: 5 minutesCook Time: 15 minutesIngredients:1lb carrots (I used rainbow carrots)1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil1/4 cup pomegranate balsamic vinegar(or 2 tbsp balsamic mixed with 2 [...]
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