Category: Sides

toasted orzo with kale, basil, and pecorino romano

toasted orzo with kale, basil, and pecorino romano

Looking for a delicious, easy-to-make, healthy dinner, preferably one that cooks in under 30 minutes, and uses just one pan? Then you have come to the right place. This meal is light, packed-full of fresh tender greens, and bursting with flavor. And after a festive Labor Day weekend filled with sweet pies, creamy Thai iced tea, and chocolate cookie ice cream bars, this is the perfect savory dish to revitalize and start the month off right. In this simple recipe, we sauté orzo until deeply toasted and fragrant, tossing it with sizzling minced garlic, tangy pecorino romano cheese, freshly ground pepper, a pinch of cayenne, and generous handfuls of kale and chopped basil. With a quick prep time and minimal clean-up, this deliciously satisfying pasta is an ideal mid-week dinner leaving you more time to enjoy these warm September evenings.

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caribbean black bean salad

caribbean black bean salad

When you bring a cold salad to a potluck and it is the first thing to disappear, you know you have a winning recipe. We first made this crowd-pleaser for a tropical-themed party a few years ago, and it has been our go-to salad ever since. Loaded with fresh red and yellow bell peppers, sliced green scallions, black beans and rice, and seasoned with a zesty cuban-inspired dressing made with dijon mustard, minced garlic, and spices, this delicious and festive dish is a kaleidoscope of bright colors and summer flavors.

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classic hummus

classic hummus with vegetables

There is nothing that compares to homemade hummus, and this classic recipe is so simple you can make it in less than five minutes. Freshly squeezed lemon and raw garlic combine with the nuttiness of tahini and tender garbanzo beans to give this Middle Eastern spread a sharp, bold flavor that just cannot be found in store-bought hummus. It is extremely addicting and easy to prepare, but since it is so healthy you can enjoy this delicious vegetarian appetizer anytime.

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