Vegetable forward, feel good food
await the start of summer eagerly, holding off on my cravings until I know i can get the real deal: the umami-packed and obscenely plump tomatoes of my dreams. When the tomatoes are this good, you have the celebrate them, and this stone fruit panzanella is the perfect way to pay respect. Crusty bread soaks up a tangy vinaigrette made from the tomato juices, sherry vinegar, and shallots. Best of all, crisp nectarines or peaches add an extra juicy twist to this Italian classic.
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Want a super flavorful soup on the table that needs only one pot and less than 10 minutes of active time? What if I told you it was also 100% vegan, despite being luxuriously creamy and satiating. Celebrate the start of tomato season with this spiced tomato coconut soup! Roasting the tomatoes first concentrates the…
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The yogurt swoosh is probably my all time favorite plating technique, and these tom yum glazed carrots are absolutely stunning sitting atop dairy free coconut yogurt! Blend together lemongrass, lime leaves, fish sauce (or vegan fish sauce), chilies, galangal (or ginger), and some other goodies for delicious homemade tom yum paste that will last in…
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Want a 100% plant based, vegan, dinner you can have on the table in about 15 minutes? Inspired by some of my favorite Korean kimchi and tofu soups, this easy saute is spicy, saucy, comfort and feel good food rolled into one. I love cooking with kimchi because you have salt, spice, and vegetables all…
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In playing around with impossible burger meat, I found that spice is key. Living in Oakland, I am surrounded by fantastic Ethiopian restaurants and markets, and one of my all time favorite dishes is kitfo: a beef tartar laden with mitmita (a very spicy chili blend) and lots of clarified butter. So I thought, why…
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Using just a handful of ingredients, this creamy soup is plant based eating at it’s best. Don’t be scared by the word “vegan” here. This baby has tons of healthy fat in the form of coconut cream and satiating starchy potatoes, making a filling lunch sure to win over any meat/dairy lover. The green curry…
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Baby artichokes are one of my absolute favorite spring delicacies. They haven’t grown their tough inner “choke” yet, meaning you can practically eat the entire thing raw. Thinly shaved artichoke salad is a traditional italian springtime treat, and I’ve taken my own spin on it here with capers, pine nuts, parsley, and avocado. In celebration…
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with avocado and focaccia croutons Here’s my philosophy on salads: If you are going to eat a salad for dinner, put some fat and carbs in it! Fat is delicious and satiating and ensures you aren’t hungry again in an hour, and this salad has creamy avocado and decadent homemade caesar dressing (hail to the…
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I don’t know about you, but I’m starting to hear whispers of spring, which is my absolute FAVORITE food season. In celebration of all things fresh and green, I give you this roasted fennel with celery, caper, and pine nut salsa! Never used celery in a salsa before? Yah, me neither. But guess what: it’s…
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Can salads be sexy? I think so! Especially when they are drizzled with this ultra creamy roasted garlic dressing. Fresh sprouts, peppery arugula, crunchy radishes and sunflower seeds, and salted tomatoes – I don’t want to use the word “perfect” here, but it’s pretty close. Tips Start the garlic early. It takes about 45 minutes…
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Did you purchase black vinegar for black vinegar braised chicken? Here’s another great way to utilize the deliciously malty and slightly smokey liquid: braised cabbage! This recipe is as easy as they come, simply saute some onions and cabbage and then simmer them in a mix of black vinegar, soy, mirin, chili, and 5 spice…
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Dairy lovers, before you eschew this recipe completely, remember that broth is really the star of a risotto, not butter. Here, you make an umami packed broth by soaking dried porcini in water, and finish it all with some ultra luxurious cashew cream. Missing parmesan? A tsp of miso paste adds that irresistibly salty-savory flavor.…
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