Oven roasted ratatouille is a pleasing dish which brings out the taste of the vegetables. Enjoy their succulent sweetness combined with a touch of aromatic rosemary. Serves 6 Ingredients: 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil 1 large eggplant, cut into 4cm pieces 2 … [Read more...]
Brunch Strata
Brunch strata is a cheesy vegetable dish with a little bit of creaminess. Its many ingredients give out various tastes and qualities. It is a breakfast/brunch dish which can be served with salad to serve as a light afternoon or evening meal. You may do away with the ham for a … [Read more...]
Grilled Antipasto
Grilled antipasto is a bestseller at parties or cocktails. It is a great dinner starter or after snack. If you have a raclette set, your guests may grill their own vegetables along with cheese, ham and other cold cuts. Serves 4-5 Ingredients: 1 large red bell … [Read more...]
Stir-fried Vegetables in Black Bean Sauce
Stir-fried vegetables in black bean sauce is a quick and easy dish that you can prepare in minutes. The black bean sauce and kecap manis compliment the different tastes of the vegetables. Make sure not to overcook them because we want them to remain crunchy. If you have the time, … [Read more...]
Italian-style Stuffed Zucchini
Italian-style stuffed zucchini is a meal in itself. It is a cheesy dish contains rice, meat and a mix of aromatic herbs. These delectable zucchini boats are best eaten with salad and a glass of wine. Serves 4 Ingredients: 4 large zucchinis 2 tablespoons … [Read more...]
Greek Pie
Greek pie is a delicious vegetable recipe with a lot of cheese. It can be eaten any time of the day –as a hearty breakfast, yummy snack or light main course with some salad. Watch the pie carefully as you bake it because you wouldn’t want to burn the bacon or overcook the egg and … [Read more...]
Roasted Vegetables Quesadilla
Quesadilla originated from Mexico. In most regions, it is made up of heated tortillas with different fillings. Unlike its American counterpart, the traditional version is filled with a wide variety of ingredients, from pumpkin flowers, epazote, chorizo and the likes. Some regions … [Read more...]
Curried Vegetable Burger
Here is an interesting veggie burger recipe that you can prepare at home. These delicious patties may not be meaty but they are just as good. If you do not have whole meal bread, you may use bread crumbs instead. It helps hold the vegetable patty together and gives it more … [Read more...]
Vegetable Linguini
This healthy pasta dish is light and scrumptious. It is a mix of vegetables that give off subtle hints of flavor. Whip it up for a barbecue or on a hot day. It is a perfect match to fish or poultry. You may add more vegetables if desired. Makes … [Read more...]
Carrot and Zucchini Muffins
Muffins make great breakfasts or snacks. I am accustomed to having plain or fruity ones, but when I tried this recipe, I definitely loved it. It is a perfect meal in itself because it is high in fiber and packed with vitamins and minerals. You can even prepare the muffins ahead … [Read more...]
Zucchini and Carrot Fritters
Zucchini or courgette is one vegetable that many people use as a healthy alternative snack for kids and adults alike. Instead of indulging in ever popular high calorie potato fries, health buffs can enjoy the same delicious taste with zucchini and potato fritters but … [Read more...]
Zucchini Alfredo Pasta
Zucchinis are a type of summer squash and it is also known as a courgette. It is low on calories, but it is a good source of folate, magnesium, potassium and vitamin C. It is one of my favorite vegetables. You can fry, grill or use it in stews and salads. Here is a … [Read more...]
Roasted Vegetable Pasta
This is a healthy baked pasta dish. The sweetness of the zucchini and the bell peppers make the dish extra tasty. I prefer cooking it with tomato sauce, but cream is equally good. Ingredients: 3 cups uncooked penne pasta (9 oz) 1 medium red bell … [Read more...]
Scallop and Bacon Kebab
Very simple, very elegant, and very fast to prepare – this is a great starter for so many meals, and served with the Coconut Rice, it can make a more filling dish. The presentation of this dish is very easy to adapt to suit the uses more than you’d think – serve on the bed of … [Read more...]
Cucumber & Zucchini Cousous
Couscous is very nutritious and it has twice the amount of nutrients found in pasta. According to historians, couscous originated from North Africa. It is a staple dish in some countries in Europe and the Middle East. It is usually served with meat or as a side dish. It can also … [Read more...]