Aparna Mele, MD

Source: eatingwell.comIngredients1 pound peeled and deveined raw shrimp (21-25 count)2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided2 teaspoons chile-lime seasoning, such as Tajín1 teaspoon garlic powder8 corn tortillas2 cups shredded cabbage1 cup guacamole1-2 jalapeño peppers, sliced1 cup chopped fresh cilantroCrumbled cotija cheese & sour cream for servingDirectionsPreheat grill to medium-high.Toss shrimp with 1 tablespoon oil, chile-lime seasoning and garlic powder in a large bowl. Thread onto four 12-inch metal skewers. Brush both […]

Source: theinspiredhome.comWow your mom with this delicious in season breakfast strata on Mother’s day!Ingredients1 loaf sourdough boule10oz browned breakfast sausage, sliced into bite-sized pieces1 kale bunch, washed and chopped into bite sized pieces4 minced garlic cloves3tbsp oil15 eggs1.5 cups whole milk130g pesto1tbsp Dijon mustard1 tsp salt½ cup grated pecorino Romano cheese2 cups shredded extra sharp […]

Source: feastingathome.com“I want to do with you what spring does with the cherry trees.”~Pablo NerudaSpring Orecchiette Pasta with asparagus, mushrooms, peas and fresh herbs in a light carbonara sauce with dollops of creamy Burrata cheese.Ingredients:4 cloves garlic, roughly chopped8-12 mushrooms of choice, quartered or sliced2 cups of wilting greens (arugula, dandelion, chard, or spinach) choppedGenerous pinch saltCracked […]

Source: KJ & CompanyIngredients2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil1 onion, diced1 red bell pepper, diced1 tablespoon garlic, chopped2 tablespoons red curry paste1/4 teaspoon cayenne1 teaspoon salt13.5 oz unsweetened coconut milk64 oz chicken stock8 oz mushrooms, sliced1/4 cup cilantro, chopped2 green onions, choppedInstructionsHeat the olive oil over medium heat in a soup pot or Dutch oven. Sear the chicken […]

Sun-dried tomato pesto and lemon do double duty to season both the salmon and the couscous in this healthy one-pan dinner recipe. Serve the salmon with extra lemon wedges and a dollop of plain yogurt, if desired.By Breana Lai Killeen, M.P.H., RDSource: EatingWellPrep Time: 30 minsAdditional Time: 10 minsTotal Time: 40 minsServings: 4Ingredients1 lemon1 ¼ […]

Original recipe from Minimalist Baker Mediterranean-inspired nourish bowls with roasted eggplant, chickpeas, lemon rice, tomato-cucumber salad, and creamy tahini sauce. A fresh, flavorful, plant-based bowl that’s easy to make! Ingredients EGGPLANT CHICKPEAS GRAINS SALAD SAUCE Instructions Notes *Recipe as written makes ~2/3 cup tahini sauce, which is enough for generously topping the bowls or having […]

Source: Wholenewmom.com Ingredients Mint Layer 2 Hass avocados (about 8-10 oz) 1/2 cup low-carb sweetener  3/4 cup coconut oil (melted) 6 scoops stevia (approximately 3/16 teaspoon) 4 cups shredded unsweetened coconut 3/8 teaspoon peppermint extract 1/4 teaspoon salt 3/4 teaspoon vanilla Chocolate Layer 1/2 cup coconut oil 1/4 cup low-carb sweetener (blended preferred for smoothness–see Recipes Notes for subs) 1/2 cup cocoa powder 1/2 teaspoon vanilla 1/8 teaspoon salt Instructions Mint Layer Lightly grease an 8×8 pan. Place all ingredients in high powered blender […]

Source: aheadofthyme.com Ingredients 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 small onion, diced 2 teaspoons fresh ginger, grated 2 teaspoons garlic, minced 1 medium carrot, shredded 6 cups hot water (or vegetable stock) ¼ cup miso paste 2 tablespoons smooth peanut butter 2 cups fresh shiitake mushrooms (or brown mushrooms), thinly sliced 3 packs dried ramen noodles (about 200 grams) 1 tablespoon green onions, finely chopped ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper (optional, to taste) For serving: ¼ cup shelled edamame beans, cooked ¼ cup frozen sweet corn, thawed ¼ cup carrot, shredded 2 tablespoons green onions, finely chopped 1 tablespoon sesame […]

Make a double batch of this quick vegetarian chili, full of black beans and sweet potatoes, and eat it for lunch the next day or freeze the extras for another night. Source: eatingwell.com Ingredients 1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 medium-large sweet potato, peeled and diced 1 large onion, diced 4 cloves garlic, minced 2 tablespoons chili powder […]

Source: eatingwell.comIngredients4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided1 ⅓ cups chopped yellow onion⅔ cup chopped carrot⅔ cup chopped celery2 tablespoons minced garlic6 cups unsalted chicken broth6 ounces orzo, preferably whole-wheat1 ½ tablespoons chopped fresh oregano½ teaspoon kosher salt24 cooked chicken meatballs (12 ounces)4 cups baby spinach¼ cup grated Parmesan cheeseDirectionsHeat 1 tablespoon oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add onion, carrot, celery and garlic; cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion is translucent, 4 […]

Source: plantbasedandveganism.comINGREDIENTS:1 cup of wild blueberries, dusted with flour and set aside.1 cup and 1/4 of flour1 tsp of cinnamon.1 tsp of vanilla powder.2 tablespoons of lemon juice.1/2 cup of plant-based milk with 2 tsp of apple cider vinegar. Leave aside.2 very ripe bananas. You need them to be very soft.1 cup of coconut sugar.1/2 […]

Source: freshandnaturalfoods.com Ingredients Filling 1 tsp olive oil 1 medium yellow onion, minced 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 jalopeno, chopped 5oz can tomato paste ¾ cup water 3 tbsp lime juice 1 tbsp maple syrup 2 tsp chili powder 2 tsp cumin powder ¼ tsp chipotle powder 1 tsp smoked paprika ½ tsp black pepper […]

A wonderfully refreshing, juicy and crunchy dish that works brilliantly for a summer lunch Source: https://www.houseandgarden.co.uk/recipe/spring-fishcakes Ingredients 1/3 of a green cabbage 3–4 spring onions, finely sliced 1 bunch of dill, chopped 1 carrot, peeled and grated 1/2 tablespoon salt 2 skinless cod loin fillets from a sustainable source 2 eggs, lightly beaten 4 tablespoons […]

Source: yestoyolks.comThese Lemon Lavender Cookie Bars are a revelation! They’re sweet and lemony with a touch of lavender essence. The lavender here is floral and light and not at all overpowering, and it pairs so beautifully with the flavor of lemon. The sweet sugar cookie base and the light lemony glaze are a match made in […]

Source: cookinwithmima.comCreated by Mariam E.Made with a handful of simple ingredients, this Chicken Lentil Soup is full of flavors, super easy to make, and is such a healthy soup. Despite using mostly pantry staples, this soup is super filling on top of being budget friendly.Prep Time: 5 mins | Cook Time: 55 mins | Total Time: 1 […]

By Desmond Tan | Food and Wine This vegan soup from Desmond Tan’s Burma Superstar in San Francisco features a broth that’s seasoned with black mustard seeds, cumin, and turmeric. Fresh cabbage, herbs, and chiles top each ample bowl, contrasting tender lentils and potatoes with a pleasing crunch. It’s substantial enough to be a meal […]