Moroccan Sweet Potato Salad

Makes : 4 servings | Salads/Sides Dairy Free , Vegan , Vegetarian

Now that Memorial Day has passed (which in the Pacific Northwest means we’re down to only one more month of cold and rain), I start considering possibilities for great summer outdoor fare. I love the ease of throwing a simply marinated steak on the grill and bringing out platters of corn-on-the-cob and sliced tomatoes, but ideally I sneak in a more interesting side dish as well. One of my favorites, a roasted Moroccan Sweet Potato Salad, came about during a marathon potato-salad recipe development phase I had a few years back. Tired of mayonnaise-swathed boiled […]

Moroccan Lentil and Garbanzo Bean Soup

Makes : 6 servings | Soups/Stews Dairy Free , Soups/Stews , Vegan , Vegetarian

I always keep a number of beans and lentils around the house as an inexpensive source of protein and an invaluable addition to my gluten-free larder. Dried beans can take several hours to cook, making them unlikely candidates for a last-minute dinner, but lentils are another story. Most lentils cook quickly, usually in about 30 minutes. Brown or green lentils seem to be most commonly available, and they are perfect for soups. I adore black “beluga” lentils and French green lentils (Vertes du Puy), which are more likely found in specialty markets. These varieties hold […]