Made both for those who love and hate broccoli, this quick snack or entree will bring a smile to your face. Why? Because it is healthy, easy to make and family-friendly. In fact, this is one of those recipes recommended for parents struggling with non-veggie eating kids. Broccoli parmesan sticks are equally as tasty in […]
Snacks and side dishes
Eggplant rolls with olive-almond tapenade and feta cheese
Introduce more eggplant into your diet with this easy, healthy and flavor-rich vegetarian appetizer There is a special delight in finder food, I think. Bite-size treats, whether savory or sweet, are a fantastic companion to a glass of wine and a great way to introduce the main course you prepared for the night. For me, […]
Olive and almond tapenade – the ultimate 5-minute vegan spread
When you browse the internet for recipes and food inspiration, titles like this one are quite often. I mean the “5 minute”, “3 ingredients” moment. Seems that people have everything but time to prepare quality food and I completely understand & relate to this situation. You can rest assured this is no click-bait. Tapenade is […]
Quick zucchini and almond spaghetti
You have prepared the perfect lunch, say mixed mushroom burgers with walnuts or mushroom & red-wine goulash. And now you’re wondering what to serve it with, as you are bored with potatoes. I hear that! This is the perfect scenario for the lovely, quick, and easy zucchini and almond spaghetti! This side dish is almost […]
Aromatic vegan oven-baked broccoli pakora
You don’t have to be a connoisseur, not even a major fan of Indian food, to love pakoras. The base is chickpea flour mixed with aromatic spices and oil, which then combines with your favorite veggies, cheese, or tofu. Originally, pakoras are fried. This is why I have avoided making them, fearing that the oven-baked […]
Homemade corn tortilla chips with mixed seeds
I might have mentioned that I adore guacamole. The truth is, a complete indulgence in this creamy dip is guaranteed only with homemade tortilla chips. Tortilla chips that we all know, love and buy, are really among the saltiest and greasiest snacks out there. That isn’t the only turn off for me. They also lack […]
Homemade mixed quinoa crackers
It is very interesting to experiment with different cereals and discover a variety of characters. I used to use only wheat for preparing crackers. Then I discovered spelt (again, a type of wheat but healthier) and loved how easy it is for baking. Oat is also among my favorites. However, after I’ve successfully made a […]
Easy crunchy homemade rice crackers
You have cooked more rice than you needed? Great, turn it into savory crackers! Try a completely different snacking experience with easy homemade rice crackers. They are completely minimalistic when it comes to ingredients and preparation, but extremely delightful to munch alone or with a glass of wine. Preparing these crackers really means seasoning cooked […]
Mediterranean style broccoli
This was one of the first dishes – side dishes, to be honest – I ever made. My husband found the recipe. I loved it and enriched it a bit with time, always truly enjoying it as I adore olives, almonds and basil. And broccoli, of course 🙂 The crucial thing to prepare Mediterranean style […]
Creamy celery puree with walnuts
If you eat purees, I will be free to assume it’s usually the potato kind? No wonder – while I was growing up, milky potato puree was served as a side dish quite often. Most frequently, it was accompanying a piece of meat or a goulash. I must confess, purees are not really my thing. […]