Chickpea Salad

This chickpea salad is the perfect make-ahead meal for a smooth week. It’s versatile: serve it alone, over greens, or in a sandwich. The balanced blend of chickpeas, fresh herbs, and red wine vinegar creates a delightful flavor. Pro tip: Soak red onions in cold water to reduce their sharpness. Enjoy this refreshing dish any time of day!

Heart of Palm, Avocado & Cucumber Salad

This refreshing Heart of Palm, Avocado & Cucumber Salad is a delightful and balanced dish. The combination of fresh ingredients and zesty lemon juice creates a satisfying meal or side. Quick to prepare, it’s perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining friends. Enjoy!

Roasted Smoky Carrot Dip

Embracing the abundance of summer vegetables led to a delightful culinary adventure with fresh carrots. The resulting Roasted Smokey Carrot Dip, featuring Spanish smoked paprika, offers a rich, smoky flavor. This versatile dip pairs well with various accompaniments, making it a perfect choice for entertaining. The recipe yields approximately 2 cups and can be refrigerated for up to a week.

Rhubarb Beurre Blanc w/Pan Seared Cod

The search for new ways to compose a fish meal led to creative experiments in the kitchen. Enter the star of the show: rhubarb. Tart, vibrant, and perfect for desserts, it now takes on a savory role in a beurre blanc sauce for pan-seared cod. The result? A silky pink masterpiece, perfect for dipping purple cauliflower or grilled chicken. Enjoy the magic of in-season veggies and butter!

Crudite Platters – Roasted Veggie Chips / Bagna Cauda / Feta & Rosemary Dip

Summer’s bounty of fresh produce can be transformed into delicious Crudité Platters – a fancy way of saying “I’m serving a variety of vegetables for you today.” Get creative with roasted veggies, flavorful dips, and surprising additions like bacon-wrapped cabbage. Impress your friends with a “can’t get enough” crowd-pleaser. Happy Vegetables!