Details here: https://cookieandkate.com/2015/greek-broccoli-salad-recipe/ Our modifications: first, we omitted kalamata olives and feta; we used 1 Tbsp capers (rinsed and drained). Second, we reduced the olive oil from ¼ cup (4 Tbsp) to 3 Tbsp. Finally, we used the juice of 1 lime before the 2 Tbsp lemon juice. (Mar. 2018)
Tag: side dishes
Oven-roasted breakfast potatoes
We followed this recipe: https://www.tasteslovely.com/perfect-roasted-potatoes/ We used three small-medium Idaho potatoes, and we scrubbed the skin. Our modification: we added a dash (about ½ tsp) each cumin powder and paprika to the cubed potatoes before roasting them. The tips on preheating the baking sheet and using parchment paper were key. (Mar. 2018)
Roasted parsnips and baby fingerling potatoes
We tried this recipe: https://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/roasted-baby-potatoes-with-thyme-and-rosemary-237107 We cut skin-on baby fingerings in vertical halves and peeled and cut two parsnips to make them similar in size and shape to the halved fingerlings. We toss them in olive oil, a little salt and pepper, and a few sprinkles (about ½ tsp) dried Greek oregano. We placed the… Continue reading Roasted parsnips and baby fingerling potatoes
Lebanese fattoush salad
We followed this recipe: http://www.geniuskitchen.com/recipe/lebanese-fattoush-salad-with-grilled-chicken-422438 Our modifications: first, we omitted the radish and onion from the salad. Second, we served the salad with cutlets of chicken shawarma (recipe here: http://piglettedc.tumblr.com/post/171465741451/chicken-shawarma-we-followed-this-marinade)rather than using the chicken recipe. (Mar. 2018)
Middle Eastern green salad with herbs and radishes (marul salatasi)
We roughly followed a recipe in Faye Levy’s cookbook, Feast from the Mideast. First, we tossed together: 4 romaine lettuce leaves (cut into bite-sized cut into 2 inch pieces), 6 red radishes (cut into ¼ inch half moons), and 2 Tbsp each chopped Italian parsley and spearmint. Second, we whisked together the juice of 1… Continue reading Middle Eastern green salad with herbs and radishes (marul salatasi)
Cheddar cauliflower casserole
We tried this recipe: http://www.foodandwine.com/recipes/cauliflower-casserole-with-cheddar Our modifications: first, instead of parboiling the cauliflower florets, we tossed them with a little olive oil and oven-roasted in a baking sheet at 400 for 30 mins (tossing midway). Second, for the sauce, we replaced half (4 oz = ½ dry cup) of sour cream with ½ dry cup… Continue reading Cheddar cauliflower casserole
Celery-apple salad with lemon dressing
We tried this recipe: http://www.myrecipes.com/recipe/celery-apple-salad The recipe called for 2 cups each honey crisp apple and celery; we estimated this to be 1 large honey crisp apple (1/4” slices with skin on) and 4 stalks celery (cut in 1/2” diagonal slices). We increased the dressing to the juice of one lemon (not just 2 Tbsp)… Continue reading Celery-apple salad with lemon dressing
Kale salad with lemon-garlic dressing
We tried this NYT recipe: https://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/1015707-lemon-garlic-kale-salad (Dec. 2017)
Steamed broccoli florets with lemon and salt
Cut one small head broccoli into bite-sized pieces, and place the florets in a lidded microwave-proof casserole. Sprinkle the broccoli with some water. Cover the dish, then microwave until broccoli is fork-tender (approx. 2 ½ to 3 mins). Drizzle with lemon juice (we found ½ lemon sufficient) and lightly salt, then serve). (Dec. 2017)
Chickpea, cucumber, and carrot salad
I learned this recipe from my friend Abby many years ago in London. Over time, I determined that cutting the cucumber and carrot into ½ inch dice, mimicking the size of the chickpeas, works best for flavor. Drain three 14.5 oz canned chickpeas (for a total of 43.5 oz) and place in a large mixing… Continue reading Chickpea, cucumber, and carrot salad
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