Main Dishes – Page 16 – Health Continuum

Condiments and Sides, Farro, Main Dishes, Stir-Fries

Farro risotto

It’s Friday evening here in Geneva, and it’s been a hard week. I’ve been going to work feeling drained and under the weather – sore throat and aches and pains throughout my body. You know the feeling. This evening, I couldn’t decide what to make for supper. There’s no one home – call it an empty […]

Main Dishes, Savoury Pies, Quiches and Tarts

Leek and kale tart with sweet potato crust

When I cook or bake, I follow three principals: the food should look good; the food should taste good; and the food should be good for you. This savory leek and kale tart with the sweet potato crust fits the bill. For the vegan version of this recipe, you can view here at One Green […]

Lentils, Main Dishes, Soups

Carrot ginger yellow lentil soup

This vegan soup is light and refreshing and of course, wholesome and nutritious. Whether you’re vegan or not, you will love this carrot lentil soup! It can be served as a starter or as a main meal with crusty bread. It’s a hot soup that can be served any time of the year. Here’s the recipe […]

Main Dishes, Quinoa, Salads

Garden quinoa salad

The red quinoa salad featured above is more than just a salad; it’s a complete, healthy meal. Over 20 years ago, when I started making quinoa salads, a friend told me that quinoa is a staple for making breakfast porridge and not salads. But that’s not true. There are many delicious recipes that you can make with this ancient […]

Chickpeas, Condiments and Sides, Main Dishes

Vegetarian kibbeh with the Renegade Saints

Today, my husband’s improv group, the Renegade Saints, came over to our home in Geneva for their annual meeting and I made sure that there was plenty to eat. Since there were some vegetarians, I made a pot of Indian Dal, basmati rice, a salad, my healthy chocolate brownies and, as featured above and below, vegetarian kibbeh. Kibbeh is a traditional Lebanese […]

Beans, Burgers, Falafels and Patties, Main Dishes, Quinoa

Black bean and red quinoa burgers

Summer is here and that means barbecue season. With outdoor grills stacked with meat and fish, there are also many ways in which vegetarians and vegans can enjoy the party. The veggie burger is a popular choice. However, unlike beef burgers, veggie burgers have a softer texture and can crumble and fall apart on your […]