Rebecca, Corinda, Valerie, Natalia and Gabe, this one's for you because I just know that this Seared Black Rice & Beans is going to become one of your go-to all-in-one favorite dish and I want you to just get it perfect, right from the start!! (The rest of you are more than welcome to peak in, but you'll have to excuse my appearance (HAHAHA!!) I am still in my zumba ... Read More »
10 Veggies Lasagna
2 layers of wholegrain lasagna stuffed with a MOUND of veggies (take a look at the little video clip below!) in a light béchamel sauce and topped with a simple marinara sauce and a sprinkle of Gruyère cheese (remember, a little goes a long way!). I have upgraded the béchamel sauce, Cuisinicity style, of course! It is free of saturated fats (I also give you a dairy-free soy ... Read More »
Eggplant Chickpeas & Raisins
This is definitely a feel-good for your soul kind of dish...at least it is for me! It reminds me of a North African dish we used to make for the Jewish holidays when I was a little girl (except it also had chicken). The fresh ginger and blend of sweet spices and raisins simmer slowly with the eggplant and thinly sliced onions resulting in an absolutely luscious sauce! I love ... Read More »
Moroccan Tagine (Vegan)
A tagine is a Moroccan covered earthenware pot traditionally used to simmer stews slowly over coals. Of course, I have bypassed the coals, and, even the eartherware pot, but I kept the wonderful flavors and spices of Morocco just the same--cumin, ginger, cinnamon, turmeric, lemon, garlic, green olives....YUM! This delightful vegan dish is a one-pot hearty meal filled with ... Read More »
Apple Prune Chicken
I often use dried fruit in my savory sauces to create a luscious glaze and in this case, I used unsweetened prunes. They simmer together with the apples and apple cider in the oven and the combination achieves a fat-free richness that is finger-licking delicious! This simple dish is quick and easy and is an absolute delight! I like to serve it over quinoa, along with ... Read More »
Baked Tilapia Provençal
I now make this with barramundi which is a much better environmentally-sustainable alternative to tilapia and is just as delicious! You can often find it in the freezer section at the health food store. Just defrost it and proceed with the recipe that follows. This is a very tasty way to bake tilapia with a southern French flavor. All the ingredients for this quick and easy ... Read More »
Carrot Miso Quinoa
Did you know that Quinoa contains almost twice more fiber than any other grain and is one of the most protein-rich foods we can eat, containing all 9 essential amino acids? Well...I just found out myself!! All I knew is that I just LOVE the taste and texture of quinoa and the carrot juice in this recipe brings out its flavor beautifully! The chickpeas add a heartiness to this ... Read More »
Pesto Veggie Pasta Salad with Grilled Shrimp
This pasta salad is sure to please a crowd! A complete meal in a dish, filled with veggies--it has wholegrain pasta, shrimp, walnuts and fresh basil--Great served cold so you can make it in advance and just display it on a beautiful platter! Pesto Veggie Pasta Salad with Grilled Shrimp Print Author: Catherine Katz Ingredients BASIL WALNUT PESTO 2 cups ... Read More »
Mexican Stuffed Bell Peppers
Beans are a great source of protein and fiber and a wonderful addition to a healthy diet. I also sneak in bulgur wheat and lean ground turkey in this delicious recipe-- It's a complete meal stuffed in a pepper! Here is a salsa I like to use because it is relatively low in salt, has no added sugar (as, unfortunately a lot of them out there do!), and has wholesome simple ... Read More »
