Zucchini Potato Cakes

Zucchini Potato Cakes By Radek Dudek and Tara Hire Makes 5-8 pancakes 5 medium size red potatoes, grated 2 cups grated zucchini 1 medium onion, finely diced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/4 cup vegetable oil Heat vegetable oil over high heat in medium pan. Toss all of the ingredients together in a bowl and add…

Delicata Squash Lasagna

Delicata Squash Lasagna Lots of veggies is the key to this comfort food, perfect for fall. It can be made gluten free or with fresh pasta lasagna sheets. INGREDIENTS: 2 lb. delicata squash, cut in half and seeds removed, thinly sliced on a mandolin or food processor if available or very carefully with a knife…

Chocolate-Coconut Macaroons

Chocolate-Coconut Macaroons The secret to these sweet treats are the micro chocolate chips. I found them online HERE. But if you just can’t wait to make these delectable sweets, chop up semi-sweet chips in the food processor or with a knife. INGREDIENTS 2 cups finely shredded coconut, not sweetened 14 oz. sweetened condensed milk 1…

Vegan Mexican Bean Patties and Coleslaw

These vegan Mexican Bean Patties are a great source of dietary fiber from whole grains, beans and corn. They can be served hot or warm temperature over a cold salad, rolled up in a corn tortilla or thicker patties can be made for a burger substitute on a toasted bun. A nice summer combination is…

Omega-3 Energy Bombs

Omega-3 Energy Bombs These cookies are great for taking on the trail, having on hand for a healthy kids treat or adult afternoon snack. They are packed full of omega-3 fats from a variety of nuts and seeds. They are also gluten free, relatively low in sugar and vegan. Add dried fruit for a little…

Green Goddess Cheese Spread

A few weeks ago I posted Better than Wheat Thins Cracker with the promise of posting this cheese spread recipe to go with it. I was remiss in keeping that promise but luckily for you, I have wonderful followers that are kind enough to remind me. For your next social gathering or for a healthy…

Mushroom and Kale Burger

Mushroom and Kale burger Serves 2 Ingredients: ½ lb. ground beef, local and organic if possible ½ white onion, finely diced 1 cup baby kale, chopped 4 white button mushrooms, diced 1 clove garlic, minced ½ tsp. creole seasoning or other season salt 1 egg, lightly beaten Directions: Mix all ingredients together and divide into…

Eggvocado

Eggvocado Serves 2 Ingredients: 2 eggs 1 avocado 1 tsp grated parmesan cheese Fresh thyme, ground pepper, salt or any herb to taste   Preheat oven to 375°.  Cut avocado in half and remove pit. Hollow out the avocado a little bit more to make room for the egg. Place avocado halves in shallow pan…

Healthy Homemade Caesar Dressing

Monhegan Wellness retreats always include a healthy lunch and/or a cooking component. Participants often ask for my recipes to make at home. Last weekend I lead a Chi Hiking and Yoga retreat and served up Mediterranean Spiced Lentils with Sesame Seed Spring Mix Salad lightly tossed in Caesar dressing, with Creamy Whipped Chia Pudding for dessert….

Creamy Whipped Chia Pudding

I have tried several Chia pudding recipes and as much as I wanted to love them, I just didn’t. I stumbled across this recipe on the Nutiva Chia seed package and gave it a try. It is absolutely delicious! And as you know, I love recipes that are simple, delicious and nutritious, this one meets…