Archive for the ‘Vegetables’ Category

Maple Dijon Brussels Sprouts

This item was filled under [ Paleo, Side Dish, Vegetables ]

Pictured: 6oz peppered wild boar steak with maple dijon brussels sprouts.
I think I remember my mom making brussels sprouts once, maybe twice, when I was a kid. I don’t remember eating them, which is probably why she only tried twice. I’m sure my argument against them was something like “I don’t wanna, they smell [...]

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Sweet Potato Black Bean Salad

This item was filled under [ Beans, Salads, Vegetables ]

1 lb sweet potato, cooked and diced.
1 1/2 cups black beans
1 cup roasted bell pepper, chopped
1 medium papaya, peeled and diced
3/4 cup watercress, chopped
1/2 cup red onion, minced
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
3 tablespoons garlic oil
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
Combine all ingredients in a large bowl. Refrigerate for 1 hour to let flavors [...]

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Asparagus with Mushrooms

This item was filled under [ German, Sauces, Side Dish, Vegetables ]

This is a very hearty side dish; asparagus and mushrooms in a thick, creamy gravy sauce. If you halve the asparagus or omit it completely you can pour the “gravy” right over your meat. We’ve enjoyed this with roast ham and grilled steaks, and can’t wait to pair it with some chicken as well!
2 lbs [...]

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Hot Thai Noodles

This item was filled under [ Asian, Lunch, Make ahead, Pasta, Salads, Vegetables, Vegetarian ]

This is a quick cold noodle dish made from healthy Soba noodles. Makes a nice side dish to the Asian Chicken Satay. I also like to pack the leftovers in my lunchbox and top the salad with an individual-sized can of Spicy Thai Chili tuna.
8 oz dry Soba noodles
1/2 red pepper, diced
1/2 green pepper, diced
1 [...]

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Asparagus Pasta Primavera

This item was filled under [ Main Dish, Pasta, Pork, Vegetables ]

This is the perfect spring pasta! The fresh ingredients keep it nice and light, and the small amount of ham adds the slightest savory touch. This would probably also be great with spinach pasta.
6 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons olive oil
8 cloves garlic, minced
1 1/2 lbs fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1 inch pieces
1 1/2 cups [...]

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