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White Bean, Cauliflower, and Hazelnut Dip
This dip pairs well with sliced vegetables. Canned beans make this even simpler to prepare (if you prepare your own, use 2 cups of cooked beans). Adapted from The Better Brain Solution, pg.265 Prep Time: 10 to 15 minutes Baking Time: 30 minutes Serves: 6 (makes 3...
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Shrimp Saganaki (Shrimp with Tomato Sauce, Garlic, and Feta)
This easy-to-prepare meal has been one of my favorite items on Greek restaurant menus. You will also find Mussels Saganaki and Chicken Saganaki—simply swap the protein portion to modify the dish, although I have had chopped bell peppers added with the chicken version....
Watermelon Gazpacho
A Greek friend prepared this for me on our sailboat while exploring islands in Greece, when watermelon and tomatoes are at their peak. This dish in incredibly refreshing and flavorful, perfect for a warm summer evening.Roasting Time: 1 HourPrep Time: 15 MinutesServes:...
Caprese Salad
When tomatoes are ripe and flavorful, and you have access to good quality mozzarella cheese, Caprese Salad is fantastic. The first time I tried this dish was decades ago, when I worked as a sailboat captain for a summer in France. I had been invited to a French...
Classic Gazpacho
This dish from southern Spain is fantastic when tomatoes are in season, lush and flavorful, and on a hot day this chilled soup is so refreshing. If regular tomatoes aren’t bursting with flavor, then skip the medium tomatoes and use 8 cups of cherry tomatoes, as out of...
Stuffed Eggplant a la Bonifacio
It is eggplant season, July 1 through the end of September, and you should see shiny, plump and heavy eggplants in the market. This is the time to make dishes with eggplant!Over the last two weeks, Nicole and I have been sailing around the amazing island of Corsica in...
Oven Baked Fish à la Provençale
This is a regional dish from Provence, southeastern France. This dish is typically made with a fish called Dorade (sea bream). Many other white fish options will work nicely, including snapper, sea bass, hogfish, and tilapia. The key with any fish meal is fresh...
Salmorejo with Pineapple and Shrimp
Traditionally Salmorejo is made by blending tomatoes, garlic, bread, and olive oil, plus adding egg and ham. I’m substituting pineapple for the bread and shrimp and avocado for the egg and ham, adding a bit of sweet and tartness from the pineapple, which goes nicely...
Linguine with Frutti di Mare
Classic Italian seafood pasta dish with tasty fresh shellfish and olive oil, garlic, and parsley. This is a fun meal to prepare with an assistant, especially as you’ll be doing more than one step at a time. You’ll notice that this dish has triple the...
Spanish Tortilla (Omelet)
The Spanish Tortilla (we call it an omelet) is traditionally made with only a few ingredients: eggs, potatoes, onions, olive oil, and parsley. It is not only served for breakfast but also for lunch, dinner, and it is also served as part of a Tapas spread.If you’ve...
Greek Salad with Garbanzo Beans and Lemon Vinaigrette
In Greece, a classic Greek Salad rarely will come with lettuce, but with all the wonderful produce included, you won’t miss it. The Garbanzo beans are optional, by adding them this turns your salad into a full meal. Regarding olives, pitted olives that come in a jar...
Roasted Chicken Marinated with Lemon, Mint, and Parsley
Flavorful, super easy meal to prepare.Serves: FourPrep Time: 15 minutesMarinating Time: 1-2 hoursBaking time: 1 hour 10 minutesINGREDIENTSSmall hen, whole chicken, about 3.5 pounds (organic-fed, cage-free)2 medium lemons, chopped (rind and juice, seeds...
Blueberry Ricotta Cheesecake
Italian version of a lovely dessert, great when you have company celebrating a special occasion. You can use any berry for the topping. The blueberries and orange rind provide valuable nutrients and an awesome flavor, the almonds add healthy fats, and the...
Roasted Beet and Kale with Greek Lemon Vinaigrette
This is a Greek-style roasted beet and kale salad that is colorful and flavorful. Beets and kale can easily be roasted and dressing prepared a day in advance. Serves: Four Prep Time: 20 Minutes Oven Roasting Time: 35-45 Minutes Ingredients: 4 medium...
Vietnamese Salad with Chicken
You can easily substitute shrimp or tofu for the chicken. As there are multiple ingredients, if your market doesn’t carry a few items, such as lemongrass or tamarind paste, it's fine to skip them; this salad will be loaded with flavor. Serves: Two Prep Time: 25-30...
Split Pea and Barley Soup
This is a great dish to make for lunch or dinner. Save a couple servings for leftovers— it’s even better the next day, though you may have to thin it with water. If you’d like to prepare this soup gluten-free, omit the barley and use 2 cups of split peas....
Cod with Hazelnut Crust
Fish with a nut crust is very tasty. Below, I chose cod and hazelnuts, but also try pecans, pistachios, or almonds. Choose the freshest white fish you can find; flounder, snapper, or sole also work well here. (This recipe is adapted from The 30 Day Heart...