Kale Chips
March 17, 2010 by Alison
Filed under Appetizers and Snacks, Healthy Recipes, Salads and Salad Dressings, Side Dishes
Yield: 6-8 servings These mineral-rich pop ‘em in your mouth crunchies make a low-carb alternative to popcorn, potato chips or French fries. The winning formula? Salty, sour and sweet. 3 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar 1-2 tablespoons honey or several drops liquid stevia 1 teaspoon salt 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder 1/8-1/4 [...]
Satay Chicken Skewers with Thai Almond Dipping Sauce
February 24, 2010 by Alison
Filed under Appetizers and Snacks, Chicken and Poultry Dishes, Ethnic Recipes, Healthy Recipes
Makes 12-14 skewers These favorite Thai appetizers are a hit for parties, potlucks or weekend snacks. Their mildly-spiced, sweet flavors make them a winner for kids too! If you want to fore go the chicken, the almond sauce makes a great dip for Thai summer rolls or even as a dressing for a grated carrot [...]
Roasted Bell Peppers
August 1, 2009 by Alison
Filed under Appetizers and Snacks, Healthy Recipes, Salads and Salad Dressings, Side Dishes, Vegetarian/Vegan Dishes
Turn the heat source to high. Wash and dry the peppers. With a pair of tongs or long fork, place the whole peppers directly on or under the heat source and gently turn them until they are blackened and blistered. This takes several minutes on each side. Try to get all the nooks and crannies [...]
Seaweed Snack Chips
July 27, 2009 by Alison
Filed under Appetizers and Snacks, Ethnic Recipes, Healthy Recipes, Sea Vegetables
A perfectly healthy alternative for the “salty and crunchy” munchies, these chips actually provide nutrition: kombu (a variety of kelp) is an excellent source for calcium and iodine, fiber and anti-oxidants. Serve with any chip or veggie dip. Four 6-inch pieces kombu seaweed (in Asian section of natural food stores) 3 tablespoons coconut oil Have [...]
Hijiki Caviar
July 27, 2009 by Alison
Filed under Appetizers and Snacks, Ethnic Recipes, Healthy Recipes, Sea Vegetables
Bauman College Makes about 2 dozen appetizers This mock caviar uses seaweed to mimic fish eggs and the flavors of the sea. We served this appetizer at the Taste of Bauman College event and got rave reviews, even from people who have never had seaweed before. 1/2 cup hijiki or arame, or mix of both, [...]
Oatmeal Pecan Praline Cookies
July 27, 2009 by Alison
Filed under Appetizers and Snacks, Desserts, Grains and Legumes, Healthy Recipes
(sweetened with golden raisin puree and barley malt syrup) Yield: about 2 dozen cookies These comfort cookies are perfectly sweet, great for lunch boxes and healthy enough even for breakfast. The malt adds a lively flavor that goes nicely with the oats and spices, and the praline gives these treats a touch of sophistication without [...]
Corn Arepas
July 27, 2009 by Alison
Filed under Appetizers and Snacks, Breakfast/Brunch, Ethnic Recipes, Grains and Legumes, Healthy Recipes, Holiday Foods, Side Dishes
Yield: 14 small pancakes Corn flour, as well as all gluten-free flours, take much longer to cook than wheat flour. If you have a small griddle or are using a skillet, this can mean a long wait for each batch of cakes. In this recipe, I brown them 6-8 minutes on each side, then transfer [...]
Recipe: Shrimp Skewers in Thai Peanut Marinade
July 26, 2009 by Alison
Filed under Appetizers and Snacks, Ethnic Recipes, Fish and Seafood Dishes, Healthy Recipes
FROM TURNING TIDES (NS) Yield: 4 main dish or 24 appetizer servings Sweet and sour tropical flavors caramelize on the grill to tantalize the taste buds. Bonus: Make a double batch of sauce for dipping. Shellfish, including shrimp, mussels and scallops, are the most environmentally friendly of all farmed fish. Always choose US raised (farmed [...]
