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Green Chickpea Flatbreads with Buttermilk Greek Salad (Gluten-Free, Vegan Variation)

Green Chickpea Flatbreads with Buttermilk Greek Salad (Gluten-Free, Vegan Variation)

These are the easiest flatbreads ever, made simply with chickpea flour, water, spinach, lemon juice, olive oil and seasonings. The batter gets made right in the Vitamix or blender and is then cooked like crepes in a skillet. I love to pile the flatbreads with a quick Greek-style salad of tomatoes, cucumber, avocado, feta and a creamy buttermilk herb dressing, but you could top them with any seasonal vegetables or dressings you’d like. While you can eat the chickpea flatbreads like wraps if you serve them right away while they’re still pliant, you can also make them ahead then eat them with a fork and knife. I also love to tear off pieces of the bread and use them to grab the salad, much like you’d eat Indian food with naan bread. It's a healthy and quick lunch or weeknight dinner!

Prep: 15M Cook: 15M
Easy Yogurt Feta Dip (For Veggies or Chips!)

Easy Yogurt Feta Dip (For Veggies or Chips!)

This easy yogurt feta dip is one of my favorite back-pocket appetizers—it’s just as fitting at a fancy dinner party as it is at a casual potluck. The dip is creamy but light and can be served with veggies or chips (I usually do both!). Be sure to use whole milk Greek yogurt for the best flavor and texture (if buying Fage brand, it’s labeled 5%). The fresh herbs (scallions, dill and tarragon) give the dip its flavor. If you can’t find tarragon, substitute mint or parsley (but do try to find tarragon; it’s so good here!).

Prep: 10M
Creamy Pea Dip (a healthy and delicious appetizer or snack!)

Creamy Pea Dip (a healthy and delicious appetizer or snack!)

This easy and healthy pea dip tastes of warm weather and sunshine, no matter the season. The base for the dip comes from defrosted frozen peas. Frozen peas have already been blanched, so there’s no need to cook them. I simply leave the bag on the counter for a few hours, or dunk the bag in warm water to defrost them quickly (you can also pop the bag in the fridge overnight). Goat cheese gives the dip a gentle richness without overpowering the sweetness from the peas. A mix of fresh leafy herbs flavors the dip. I love tarragon and mint (those are the two “happiest” herbs, in my opinion!), but basil is also delicious. The dip is fabulous with veggies or garlic crostini (see the notes below), or as a spread on toasted bread.

Prep: 10M
Coconut Cashew Curry Soup

Coconut Cashew Curry Soup

This soup is adapted from Karrie Truman’s new cookbook, Seriously Good Freezer Meals: 150 Easy Recipes to Save Your Time, Money & Sanity (Robert Rose, 2018). A super quick and easy curried coconut chicken soup gets served with fresh basil, cilantro, crunchy cashews and sliced jalapeños for a bright and healthy meal. You can either eat the soup right away, or you can cool it then store it in an airtight container or ziptop freezer bag and freeze it for several weeks (defrost it in the fridge overnight or in a bowl of lukewarm water). While Karrie uses chicken breasts in the soup, I prefer thighs for their flavor and texture. I also cook the curry base before adding the liquid for a bit more flavor, as outlined below.

Prep: 10M Cook: 30M
Kale Tabbouleh with Chorizo & Feta

Kale Tabbouleh with Chorizo & Feta

This recipe is adapted from the Kale, Cilantro, and Chorizo Tabbouleh from Simply Citrus (Gibbs Smith, 2018), by Marie Asselin. The salad incorporates loads of minced kale (you could use any hearty greens), along with parsley, cilantro and/or mint (which is my addition). The addition of diced Spanish chorizo is a total game changer, giving the salad heft and a touch of smoky spice. Crumbled feta lends creaminess, and a zippy lime dressing ties everything together. I use cooked quinoa instead of couscous, making the salad gluten-free. A runny egg on top is optional, but transforms the salad into a “dreamy” (as Marie states) meal!

Prep: 15M