Appetizers, Sides & Snacks

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don’t underestimate the power of a good snack or side

Grilled Romaine Caesar Salad

Smoky and Carmelized Greens Usually, when I feel called to test a recipe I just can’t stop thinking about it.  This grilled romaine caesar salad was just the same.  The funny thing is I had never really tasted this salad before, but could not stop craving it.  So…

Hearts of Palm Ceviche

Fish Free Ceviche! I had an idea for this ceviche dish, but ended up ordering it at a restaurant near by before I had the chance to make it.  The flavors and textures were spot on and hit on all the traditional ceviche notes.  That taste was my reminder for…

Marinated Spanish Manzanilla Olives

Savory Marinated Olives Olives are one of the best snacks.  They are salty, fun to eat, and really easy to add delicious flavor to.  There is a small grocery store around the corner from my house that sells yummy marinated olives.  This pre-made snack actually inspired this recipe.  Adding…

Vegan White Pizza with Cauliflower Crust

Trader Joes’s Cauliflower Pizza Crust Often when I give cooking demonstrations or lessons people always tell me I should be sponsored by Trader Joe’s.  It’s true.  I buy many fantastic products from TJ’s each week.  I love shopping at there for a…

Spicy Black Sesame Edamame

Kicked Up  Spicy Edamame! I have savored edamame as a snack for years and years.  It is such a fast bite to make on the fly.  While simply steamed or boiled garnished with sea salt is tasty, I like spicing my edamame up!  In this recipe we will sauté and…