Tag: side dish

Cauliflower with Mustard Sauce

A unique and easy side dish to make to complement some grilled or baked fish. You’ll Need 1 medium cauliflower 1/2 cup whipping cream 1/4 cup mayonnaise Salt to taste 1 ½ Tablespoons Dijon mustard ½ lemon (juice only) Paprika Directions Remove the stem and leaves from the cauliflower. Steam...

Spiced up Grits

A perfect side dish to complement a variety of meals.  You’ll Need ½ cup red bell pepper, chopped ½ cup green onions, sliced 2 Serrano chilies, deseeded and chopped 2 tablespoons butter 1 ½ cups milk 1 ½ cups water ½ teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon pepper ¾ cup white...

Winter Salad

You’ll Need 2 cups Dino or Curly kale, chopped 1 cup red cabbage, chopped 3 cups green cabbage, chopped ½ grapefruit, chopped 3 Tablespoons red onion, finely chopped 1/8 cup dried cranberries, chopped ½ cup candied walnuts (recipe below) 4 Tablespoons olive oil 2 Tablespoons apple cider vinegar 1...

Vegetable Yogurt Dip

You’ll Need 1 clove garlic, finely chopped ½ teaspoon salt 1 cup plain yogurt ½ teaspoon sugar 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice Directions In a bowl that can hold the amount of dip you are preparing, add the garlic, lemon juice, salt and sugar and mix. Add in the...

Mediterranean Celery

The combinations of ingredients in this dish work wonderfully together. This dish makes a nice complement to grilled fish. You’ll Need 8 stalks celery (about 1 pound) ¼ cup sliced olives of choice ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley 2 Tablespoons olive oil 1 Tablespoon white wine vinegar 1 ½...

Pomegranate Carrot Salad

This is a unique salad that incorporates fruits and veggies and also makes a nice complement to a variety of meals. You’ll Need 4 medium carrots, shredded 1/3 cup pomegranate seeds 1 Tablespoon scallions, chopped 3 Tablespoons lemon juice 2 Tablespoons olive oil Salt and pepper to taste Directions...

Green Beans with Basil and Tomatoes

Veggies are the building blocks of the Mediterranean diet. Try this recipe as a way to savor green beans. You’ll Need  2 Tablespoons butter  1 ½ pounds fresh green beans  1 large tomato peeled and chopped  ½ cup green onion, chopped  1 teaspoon salt  1/8 teaspoon pepper  ½ teaspoon...

Marinated Carrots

Here’s a fabulous side dish that is so easy to make! You’ll Need 1 pound carrots ½ cup dry white wine ½ cup water 1 Tablespoon white vinegar 1 garlic clove, crushed 1 bay leaf 6 Tablespoons olive oil 1 teaspoon mustard Salt Pepper Directions Peel the carrots, and...

Garlic Green Beans

Green beans are a blank palate. Jazz them up; this one is bursting with flavor. You’ll Need 1 pound green beans, ends trimmed 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 Tablespoon red-wine vinegar 1 Tablespoon olive oil 1/8 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground pepper Directions Steam beans for 5 to...

Orange Sweet Potatoes

Sweet potatoes are such as nutritious food. Give this delightful combination a try.  You’ll Need 6 medium sweet potatoes or yams (about 2 pounds) or substitute one 23 ounce can 6 teaspoons brown sugar 3 Tablespoons butter 3 Tablespoons orange juice ½ teaspoon salt 1 Tablespoon grated orange peel...

Vegetable and Garbanzo Bean Couscous

Couscous is a featured grain in many regions of the Mediterranean. Enjoy this side dish as a complement to some fish. You’ll Need 1 ¼ cups water or chicken broth 2 Tablespoons butter 1 cup couscous Salt Freshly ground pepper 1 cup cooked garbanzo beans 2 small zucchinis, thinly sliced Directions Bring the...

Basil Carrots

Try this colorful dish, it is an easy side to complement your holiday feast. You’ll Need 6 medium carrots 1 Tablespoon butter, melted (or olive oil) ¼ teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon dried basil or 1/4 Tablespoon fresh, chopped Directions Slice carrots into half inch slices. Simmer, covered, in water...