Here’s a recent dialogue I had with a caprese salad. (What, you don’t talk to your food? What, your food doesn’t talk back?) ME: Oh, caprese. You are the embodiment of simple and delicious. You make me happy. There’s no way you could be any better. CAPRESE: GRILL ME! When my food speaks toContinueContinue reading “Grilled Caprese Salad”
Category Archives: Vegetarian Recipes
Charred Corn Salad with Peppers and Feta
Corn is my favorite vegetable. Especially fresh, local (Michigan) sweet corn. As summer is reaching an end, I’ve been stocking my kitchen with plenty of corn, fruits, and other vegetables before they are gone for the season. It’s impossible to overuse the word “fresh” when describing this dish. Soo good. So many amazing flavorsContinueContinue reading “Charred Corn Salad with Peppers and Feta”
Caprese Mac and Cheese
Mac and Cheese in August? I’ll take it, but with a summer spin. Even during these warm months, I still need a big bowl of cheesy, noodley goodness. I think we all do. For this batch of goodness, I combined mozzarella, sharp white cheddar, parmesan, and cream cheese to make a velvety smooth sauce.ContinueContinue reading “Caprese Mac and Cheese”
Vegetable Fried Rice
I’m sure most of you have heard of “Meatless Mondays.” If you haven’t, it’s not a hard concept to figure out. I don’t do this every Monday, but I try as often as possible. I can always use an excuse to kick off my week in a healthy way. I’ll also use Meatless MondaysContinueContinue reading “Vegetable Fried Rice”
Baked Zucchini “Zuk” Fries with Greek Yogurt & Sriracha Dipping Sauce
I took a trip to my local farmers market and somehow came home with 3 large bags of zucchini. Can you blame me when they were charging $2.00 for 10 zucchini? $6.00 later, I had A LOT of zucchini. Time to get creative with an abundance of one product. “Zuk” (I like to abbreviate)ContinueContinue reading “Baked Zucchini “Zuk” Fries with Greek Yogurt & Sriracha Dipping Sauce”
Fresh Summer Tomato Sauce
This is the perfect time of the year to share my fresh homemade tomato sauce. Tomatoes are in abundance at the farmers markets, and they’re at their peak of freshness. This is definitely a summer tomato sauce. Light, extremely flavorful, and oh so fresh tasting. This sauce will ruin all other tomato saucesContinueContinue reading “Fresh Summer Tomato Sauce”
Spinach Basil Lemon Pesto (Nut-Free)
Pesto is so versatile. With just a few basic ingredients, you can easily make fresh pesto. I love to use pesto as a flavor booster in many recipes. I add it to soups, vinaigrettes, and marinades. I use it as a sauce on homemade pizza and to top grilled meat and veggies. IContinueContinue reading “Spinach Basil Lemon Pesto (Nut-Free)”
Easiest Bruschetta Ever
Sometimes, it’s as easy as combining freshly baked bread, a ripe tomato, and basil. Pour yourself a glass of white wine, and the perfect afternoon snack or light lunch is served. Ingredients: 2 slices of fresh bread, lightly toasted (or not, your preference) 1 ripe tomato, sliced 2 fresh basil leaves, torn 2 tspContinueContinue reading “Easiest Bruschetta Ever”
Corn and Kale Salad with Basil Lime Vinaigrette
To me, fresh corn equals the arrival of summer. I have been known to eat multiple ears of warm buttered corn on the cob, and then call it dinner. I think I get it from my Dad. I remember growing up watching him sit at the kitchen table with a plate full of cornContinueContinue reading “Corn and Kale Salad with Basil Lime Vinaigrette”
Lemon Dill Chicken Kabobs & Greek Balsamic Orzo
One of the best parts of summer is barbecuing. I love sitting outside on a warm evening, sipping on a cold beer or glass of wine, and throwing something yummy on the grill. The thought of it just makes me smile. This past weekend, we noticed the summer slipping away from us. It was theContinueContinue reading “Lemon Dill Chicken Kabobs & Greek Balsamic Orzo”
Emily Always Cooks 