Sea Bass Wrapped in Vine Leaves
Grapevine leaves have a natural citrusy taste and go very well with fish. By cooking fish this way some of that citrus note flavors the fish and also the fish is kept moist. Serve this light lunch with the citrus potato salad. You won’t miss the mayonnaise. 4 servings INGREDIENTS FOR MARINADE: Juice of […]
Creamy Lentil Soup
his was the soup my mother made whenever it was raining. She would look outside and say, “Yawm adas,” meaning “It’s lentil soup day.” Comfort food takes us back to a specific time and place. In my case, I would be enjoying a bowl of this lentil soup in my mother’s kitchen while watching the […]
Warm Shawarma and Arugula Salad with Pomegranate Vinaigrette
This is a nice main course salad for lunch. The spices for the meat go well with the peppery arugula, and the sweet and sour vinaigrette pulls it all together. A good way to use leftover shawarma meat. 4 servings INGREDIENTS 2 lean sirloin steaks a pinch each of cumin, coriander, cardamom, cinnamon, allspice, […]
Matchstick Potatoes
INGREDIENTS 6 large baking potatoes (russet or Idaho), peeled peanut oil for deep-frying sea salt INSTRUCTIONS Using a mandoline preferably, slice the potatoes into matchstick strips. Place the cut potatoes in a large bowl of cold water to keep from discoloring. Pour the oil in a deep pot or wok and heat to 350°F. […]
Tomato Mozzarella Plate
It’s hard to know whether this is a salad or an appetizer. All that really matters is that it’s good, and remarkably easy. The tomatoes you use must be superb, and you must use fresh mozzarella, not the cheap kind sold for pizza. Look for it in a tub of water in the fancy cheese […]
Tomatoes Basilico
This is a simple, elegant summer classic, but you shouldn’t even bother trying it with second-rate tomatoes. Yield: 4 generous servings, each with 6 grams of carbohydrates and 2 grams of fiber, for a total of 4 grams of usable carbs and 1 gram of protein. INGREDIENTS 4 medium size, ripe tomatoes 1/2 cup […]
Kofta Burgers with Yogurt Feta and Mint Sauce
All things small intrigue children. These mini kofta burgers are just the right size for tiny mouths. I also love to make these especially when I have an all-ladies’ lunch since they are easy to eat. It proves that the best things come in small packages. Makes 16 burgers INGREDIENTS 1 lb ground lamb 1 […]
California Salad
Yield: 4 servings, each with 12 grams of carbohydrates and 5 grams of fiber, for a total of 7 grams of usable carbs and 4 grams of protein. INGREDIENTS SALAD 4 cups torn romaine lettuce 4 cups torn red leaf lettuce 1 ripe, black avocado, peeled and cut into small chunks 1/2 cup alfalfa […]
Parsley Salad
If you’ve always thought of parsley as a garnish, it’s time to start thinking of it as a food. It’s delicious, and very, very nutritious. Yield: 4 servings, each with 10 grams of carbohydrates and 3 grams of fiber, for a total of 7 grams of usable carbs and 2 grams of protein. INGREDIENTS […]
Spicy Tomato Salsa (Dakkous)
Makes about 2 cups INGREDIENTS 2 Tbsp olive oil 6 cloves garlic, mashed ½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped 5 hot red chilies, seeded and chopped 8 ripe tomatoes, peeled and puréed 1 tsp cinnamon 1 Tbsp tomato paste salt and pepper 2 tomatoes, diced INSTRUCTIONS In a saucepan heat the olive oil and sauté […]