by Juli Leonard
TweetRed Lentil Dal with Spice-Infused Ghee There are many varieties of dal and a number of lentils to chose from: green, black, red, yellow and cracked lentils, known as urad dal. I love the color of these red lentils and often use them as the base of a lentil soup. 2 tablespoons ghee 1 teaspoon […]
Categories: Main dish, Side dish, Vegetable, Vegetarian • Tags: beans, Indian, main dish, side dish, vegetable, vegetarian
by Juli Leonard
Tweet The international menus served at Weaver Street Market in Carrboro, including the Ginger Tamarind Sweet Potatoes, were inspired by Chef Glenn Lozuke’s culinary connections and ideas from his staff and kitchen managers. Ginger Tamarind Sweet Potatoes 3/4 teaspoon Chili powder 1/2 teaspoon, plus 1/8 teaspoon Garam Masala 1 teaspoon tamarind concentrate 2 1/2 tablespoons […]
Categories: appetizer, Specialty of the House, Vegan, Vegetable, Vegetarian • Tags: easy, Specialty of the House, vegan, vegetable, vegetarian
by Juli Leonard
Tweet2 hearts of celery, sliced 1/4-inch 1 medium yellow or white onion, sliced 1/4-inch 2 14-ounce bottles Spanish olives with pimento, drained and chopped 3 garlic cloves, smashed or cut in half 1/2 bottle Just Like Mom’s Vinaigrette Combine all ingredients in a bowl and stir to coat thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate overnight, stirring occasionally. […]
Categories: appetizer, Gluten free, Salad, Vegan, Vegetable, Vegetarian • Tags: appetizer, salad, vegan, vegetable, vegetarian
by Juli Leonard
Tweet Turmeric, cumin and coconut milk are added for an Indian flair. You can substitute flat leaf parsley for cilantro if desired. Recipe by Amanda Cushman. 3 garlic cloves, peeled and cut in half 1 teaspoon turmeric 4 tablespoon olive oil, divided 1 teaspoon cumin Salt, to taste 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes 1 large […]
Categories: Soup, Vegetable • Tags: cauliflower, soup, turmeric, vegetable
by Juli Leonard
Tweet The cauliflower is steamed first in a skillet and then pan-seared for flavor. You can also roast the cauliflower instead and include olives, crumbled feta cheese or toasted pine nuts for variation. Recipe by Amanda Cushman. 1 cup water 1 medium cauliflower, core removed and cut into medium florets 3 tablespoons virgin olive […]
Categories: Vegan, Vegetable, Vegetarian • Tags: cauliflower, vegan, vegetable, vegetarian
by Juli Leonard
Tweet Weathervane Restaurant in Chapel Hill serves a squash soup so good it is on the menu year-round 2 quarts water 4 pounds butternut squash, peeled and chopped 2 1/2 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and chopped 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1/2 cup maple syrup 1 cup apple cider 2 cups half-and-half 2 tablespoons salt 1/2 cup […]
Categories: appetizer, Soup, Vegetable, Vegetarian • Tags: appetizer, soup, vegetable, vegetarian