Tag: cumin

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Quick Chicken Fajitas

For a casual, fun get-together, set up a make-your-own-fajitas bar with the chicken filling, avocado cream, sour cream, and any other toppings you love, like pico de gallo, sliced fresh jalapeños, or crisp radish slices. The recipe serves 4, but you can easily double it to feed a larger crowd. For a quick, easy side, combine […]

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Grilled Lamb Kufta Kebabs

Kufta is the Hebrew word for meatball, similar to Lebanese kofta or Greek kefta. Ground sumac has a reddish-purple color and lemony flavor, a great addition to spice rubs and vinaigrettes. If you can’t find it, substitute 1 teaspoon grated lemon rind.   Ingredients 1/2 cup chopped onion 1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley 2 […]

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Middle Eastern Kofta Kebabs with Lemon-Tahini Sauce

Cooked quinoa acts as a binder for these kebabs, packing them with extra protein and some whole-grain goodness. Ingredients Cooking spray 1/2 cup packaged cooked quinoa 1/3 cup coarsely chopped sweet onion 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves 1/4 cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt, divided 2 teaspoons cumin 1 1/4 teaspoons minced garlic, divided 1 teaspoon […]

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Marinating: Tandoori-Spiced Chicken

You shouldn’t let chicken breasts marinate for hours. Chicken breasts are naturally tender, so marinating simply adds flavor. You don’t need the brine of marinade to break down the protein. It’s best to choose bold ingredients and avoid soaking the delicate meat in acidic liquids for too long—it may become stringy and tough. This recipe […]

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Grilled Chicken with Fruit Salsa

Combine lemon juice, soy sauce, fresh ginger, lemon pepper, and garlic to make a kickin’ marinade for grilled chicken. Fruit salsa adds sweetness and crunch to this tropical dish. Ingredients Chicken: 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice (about 4 lemons) 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce 1 tablespoon minced peeled fresh ginger 1 tablespoon lemon pepper 2 […]

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Pan-Grilled Salmon with Red Pepper Salsa

Ingredients Salmon: 2 teaspoons chili powder 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander 1/4 teaspoon ground chipotle chile powder 4 (6-ounce) skinless salmon fillets Cooking spray Salsa: 1 cup prechopped red bell pepper 1/4 cup chopped tomato 2 tablespoons prechopped red onion 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro 1 1/2 teaspoons fresh […]

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Autumn Glow Salad

Ingredients 1 (2-lb.) butternut squash, peeled and cut into 1/2-in. cubes 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, divided 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1/2 cup dried green lentils 1/2 teaspoon cumin 1/2 teaspoon red wine vinegar 2 cups arugula 1 tablespoon crumbled feta cheese 2 tablespoons All-Purpose Tahini Dressing How to Make […]

Paleo Spaghetti Squash Shakshuka

Ingredients 1 medium spaghetti squash 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1/2 medium yellow onion, chopped 1 large garlic clove, minced 1 red pepper, chopped 1 jalapeño, seeded and chopped 1 (15-oz.) can diced, unsalted tomatoes 1 teaspoon cumin 3/4 teaspoon chili powder 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 2 large eggs 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh […]

Cumin-Pepper Flank Steak with Horseradish Herb Sauce

Ingredients CHIMICHURRI: 2/3 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves 2 tablespoons chopped green onions 2 tablespoons water 1 tablespoon prepared horseradish 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar 1 teaspoon olive oil 1/8 teaspoon salt 1 garlic clove, peeled STEAK: 1 (1-pound) flank steak, trimmed 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1 teaspoon […]

Chicken Shawarma

Ingredients CHICKEN: 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1 teaspoon curry powder 2 teaspoons extravirgin olive oil 3/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 3 garlic cloves, minced 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast, cut into 16 (3-inch) strips SAUCE: 1/2 cup plain 2% reduced-fat Greek yogurt (such as Fage) 2 tablespoons tahini 2 teaspoons fresh […]