Bulgur Salad Ingredients: 1 cup dried bulgur (5 1/4 ounces) 1 cucumber, peeled, seeded, and finely chopped 1 small red onion, finely diced 1 cup (packed) diced fresh flat-leaf parsley 1 clove garlic, minced 3 Tbsp fresh lemon juice 1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil Coarse salt and fresh ground pepper, if desired Directions: In… Continue reading Easy Bulgur Salad
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Meals and whatnot.
Curry Lentil Dip
This is really quick to pull together. You can use it as a dip or as a spread for wraps and sandwiches. Add in some cut up cucumbers, lettuce and tomato and you have a tasty wrap. Canned lentils are becoming easier to find - you may have to look in the 'natural foods' or… Continue reading Curry Lentil Dip
Balsamic Chicken Soup
I had a craving tonight for a bowl of hot soup, one that was full of meat, veggies and pasta. This hit the spot quite nicely. It took less than 30 minutes and was one of those "what-is-in-the-pantry" meals. Served it with some awesome organic vegetable crackers from Trader Joe's and dinner was ready! (And… Continue reading Balsamic Chicken Soup
Spaghetti With Chickpeas And Parmesan
This pasta dish comes together in under 20 minutes. To make it vegetarian use vegetable broth. I call for lower sodium broth, use what you prefer. Spaghetti With Chickpeas and Parmesan Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil 3/4 tsp diced dried garlic 7 cups low-sodium chicken broth (or vegetable) 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper 1/2 tsp… Continue reading Spaghetti With Chickpeas And Parmesan