Recipes
Arugula Salad with Feta and Lemon Dressing
If you've followed our culinary adventures, you know our goal is to inspire more people to become home chefs by sharing local, seasonal recipes ...
Summer Corn and Green Chili Chowder
If you're anything like me, you might just have one foot in summer and the other ready to step into fall. So this week I made a recipe that combin...
Mediterranean Inspired Memorial Day Recipes
It’s that time of year – party time! Barbecues, picnics, brunches, 4th of July, you name it. The heat of summer makes us want to cook outside and firing up the grill evokes the primal urge to gather round the flames with friends. So what do you cook that’s light, tasty, and will feed a … Continue reading "A Med-Summer’s Night Dream: Mediterranean Inspired Party Recipes"
“Jerusalem” Hummus
Hummus. I feel like it’s one of those love or hate foods. These days there are so many kinds to choose from, like garlic, or red pepper, or chipotle. But, like most packaged foods in the grocery store, while it can be great in a pinch, it leaves much to be desired when compared to …
Greek Salad with Falafel and Quinoa
This weather has me craving fresh, vibrant salads that are full of life! Does anyone else FEEL the energy they get from eating leafy greens and ripe, juicy tomatoes? Greens are some of the most nutrient dense foods on the planet. They are rich in antioxidants and vitamins and iron. They help to detoxify and … Continue reading "Greek Salad with Falafel and Quinoa"
Vegan Olive and Artichoke Tart
When I found this Vegan Olive and Artichoke Tart by Green Evi, I knew it would be the perfect special occasion spring dish for Easter. It looks elegant, is simple to throw together, and has easy to find ingredients. The Mediterranean flavors of artichokes and olives combined with the nutty hummus-like vegan filling pair perfectly …
Savory Lentil Pancakes with Olives
A handful of Healthy Harvest’s Greek koutsourelia olives make a great snack on their own, but adding just a few to a recipe can completely transform its flavor, making it exceptional. Plus, they’ll add a boost of healthy fats and antioxidants. Related: Read what makes our olive unique here I love making veggie patties.
Peach and Goat Cheese Salad
Summer’s nearing it’s end, and while I gleefully look forward to the golden carpet of falling leaves, I won’t give up summer without squeezing in a few more peach recipes. If you’re lucky enough to live in Colorado, I beg you, don’t miss peaches from Morton’s or Rancho Durazno (available at the Denver Union Station … Continue reading "Peach and Goat Cheese Salad"
5 Minute Mediterranean Antioxidant Salad
I have a confession…despite my love of healthy, easy cooking, I’m really no good at writing recipes. In our house, we just throw together ingredients without much care for measuring cups and precise directions. If we need some inspiration, we might look at a few different recipes and then wing it based on our preferences … Continue reading "5 Minute Mediterranean Antioxidant Salad"
Greek Salad
What a quick, fresh way to enjoy your farmer’s market veggies! Assemble your salad with greens, wedged tomatoes, sliced red onion, diced or sliced cucumber, green or black olives, and feta (We love locally made Haystack cheese!). Drizzle with lemon brine, olive oil, and finish with freshly cracked black pepper and oregano. Optional: Serve with …
Jake’s Favorite Grilled Cheese
Ingredients: 2 thick slices of organic baguette Organic Sharp Cheddar Cheese Healthy Harvest EVOO Optional: Onions Mushrooms Red Peppers Zucchini Heat a cast iron or stainless steel pan on medium and add 2 tablespoons of Healthy Harvest EVOO. Place two pieces of baguette (preferably made with no corn syrup or canola oil) in skillet and …