Recipes from Dr. Masley's Kitchen
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Strawberry Gazpacho
I had this delightful dish with friends in a restaurant on a warm evening in Porto, Portugal. The chilled soup had an amazing flavor and was very refreshing. We spent time guessing the ingredients and here is my version of this wonderful...
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Little Grilled Squid (Chipirones)
Little grilled squid is a highly popular dish here in Spain. They are delicious and very easy to prepare and served either as an appetizer or as part of the main meal. This dish is similar to the traditional calamari dish we have at home,...
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Chicken Basquaise
Here is a delicious sauce with chicken from the Basque region of northern Spain, which is renowned for its fantastic food. Easy to make, flavorful, and you can change the protein options as desired. We had this in a restaurant with squid and it was fabulous. For a...
read moreVine-ripened Tomatoes, Avocado, Heart of Palm, and Cannellini Bean Salad
Summer is a great time for a salad with vine-ripened tomatoes and avocado. This dish is loaded with nutrients, fiber, and flavor. Prep Time: 15 minutes Serves: 2 Ingredients: Garlic-Basil Vinaigrette: 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 2...
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Mussels Meuniere
Here is a classic French dish with fresh mussels steamed with onions, thyme (I am using Herbs de Provence instead of thyme), butter, and olive oil. This is easy to prepare and fantastic. The key is finding fresh mussels—they should smell like the sea....
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Grilled Wild Salmon with Lemon and Dill
Summer is a great time for grilled wild salmon. My favorites include king (chinook), silver (coho), or red (sockeye)—if they are fresh, they all taste fabulous. Salmon fillets should appear moist, the red-orange flesh should be intact (not...
read moreWild Rice, Quinoa, Mushrooms, and Garbanzo Bean Salad
This flavor pack combo is loaded with nutrients and can be served warm or chilled as a lunch, side dish, or light dinner. Wild rice and quinoa make a lovely texture combination, especially when mixed with sautéed vegetables. Prep Time: 30 minutes ...
read moreMexican Scrambled Eggs with Black Beans, Salsa, and Corn Tortillas
A flavorful and filling breakfast, packed with nutrients and fiber. For the chili ingredient option below, I prefer poblano chilies for their flavor, but they vary from sweet to very spicy, and not every store carries them. Alternatives are...
read moreShrimp Kebobs
Grilling fish or meat with vegetables on a skewer is easy, and it’s healthier if you marinate it for 10-15 minutes in an acidic solution in advance. The colors are wonderful served with a mixed green salad. Prep Time: 15 minutes Marinating...
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Asparagus and Carrot Spears with Lemon Vinaigrette
Look for thick asparagus stalks and baby carrots in the grocery store. The fatter asparagus stalks are much tastier and have better texture than the thin sticks that appear in the winter and fall. Prep Time: 15 Minutes Serves: Two Ingredients: 12...
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4th of July Recipes
Blueberry & Strawberry Crumble Here is a beautiful, delicious, and nutrient-packed dessert. Prep Time: 10 Minutes Baking Time: 20 Minutes Serves: 8 Ingredients: ¼ cup port wine (or substitute with water) ¼ cup maple syrup 2 cups of apples, cored and cut into ½-inch...
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Ceviche
Ceviche is a process that cooks fish using lime or lemon juice with acidity, instead of using heat from a stove or grill. This is a cooking tradition throughout Latin American. The type of fish is far less important than the freshness, I’ll even use salmon to make...
read moreRoasted Beets with Spicy Goat Cheese
This side dish is packed with wonderful flavors: sweet (beets), spicy (the pepper), and tart (goat cheese) all at once. If you don’t appreciate spicy, then you can substitute a regular green pepper for the Poblano pepper suggested below. Caution handling spicy...
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Zucchini and Red Bell Pepper with Eggs Sunny Side Up
This dish is super easy to make and very satisfying. Serves: Two Prep Time: 15 minutes Ingredients: 1 tablespoon avocado oil ½ medium onion, diced 2 cups zucchini, diced 1 red bell pepper 1 tsp Italian herb seasoning ½ tsp sea salt 1 tablespoon...
read moreAvocado, Cucumber, and Garbanzo Salad
Garbanzo beans, or chickpeas, are packed with taste and nutrition, and we make good use of them in the Smart Fat Solution. You can use ones that are canned if you don’t cook your own—just rinse them well. This salad is easy to put together; enjoy it as...
read moreChocolate Mousse
Here is one of my wife’s best desserts. Nicole’s father was French, and he loved dessert. She has spent years working on a healthy version of this fantastic recipe. This recipe adapted from my latest book, The Better Brain Solution—(available where books are sold)....
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Brussels Sprouts with Lemon-Yogurt Sauce
This side dish combines wonderful classic flavors: savory roasted Brussels sprouts with the tartness of lemon juice and creaminess of yogurt—it is lovely. It is also packed with brain supporting nutrients and fats. Prep Time: 10-15 minutes Roasting Time: 25 minutes...
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Avocado with Eggs en Cocotte
Baked eggs with avocado creates awesome flavors and a creamy texture. This is super easy to make. In French, “oeufs en cocotte” refers to cooking eggs in single ramekin containers, and classically with cream or butter added to the ramekin as well. I think this is even...
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