Tag: Extra-Virgin Olive Oil

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Peppery Potato Omelet

Ingredients 1 1/2 pounds Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces 1 large red bell pepper 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 2 1/2 cups thinly vertically sliced onion 3 large eggs, lightly beaten 3 large egg whites, lightly beaten 1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 tablespoon chopped […]

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Mushroom and Spinach Omelet

A veggie-stuffed omelet makes for one easy, satisfying dinner when paired with a simple side salad. While the cooked spinach mixture sits, it may give off some more liquid; strain this off to keep the omelet from becoming watery. Ingredients 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 1/2 cup chopped shallots 3 garlic cloves, minced 1 (8-ounce) […]

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Chimichurri Chicken Thighs with Potatoes

An herb- and chile-packed chimichurri sauce makes this meat-and-potatoes main vibrant and exciting. Double the mixture, and spoon over grilled steak or fish on another night. Use your microwave to jumpstart the potatoes, then crisp them up in the drippings from the cooked chicken thighs for maximum flavor. Fresno chiles have a medium heat, just […]

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Libanais Breakfast

This Middle Eastern-inspired breakfast is a popular selection at Medina, where the dish includes a boiled egg and three salads—tabbouleh, cucumber salad, and baba ghanoush—complemented with crisp pita toasts. Our simplified version features just one salad: tabbouleh. Ingredients 3 (6-inch) pitas, each cut into 8 wedges 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, divided 1 cup water […]

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Gemelli Salad with Green Beans, Pistachios, and Lemon-Thyme Vinaigrette

Haricots verts are thin, tender green beans. If you can’t find them, use trimmed regular green beans, but add them to the pasta after 8 minutes of cooking since they’ll take longer to cook. You can make the salad ahead, but dress it just before serving so the beans don’t turn drab. Ingredients 8 ounces […]

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Fig, Tomato, and Sweet Onion Salad

Figs have a short season from June to October so get them fresh while you can! For this recipe, use any fig variety you like or a combination of varieties. Ingredients 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 2 cups quartered fresh figs (about 1/2 pound) […]

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Arugula, Egg, and Charred Asparagus Salad

Just a hint of char on the asparagus adds fantastic complexity to this simple 5-ingredient spring salad. Look for medium stalks rather than pencil-thin ones—those would char and dry out too quickly. A soft-boiled egg adds protein and richness; let the slightly runny yolks mingle with the rest of the salad before enjoying. Whole-milk Greek […]

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Grilled Chicken Salad

This recipe uses leftover chicken and vegetables from Chicken Kebabs with Yogurt-Tahini Sauce. Ingredients 8 cups lightly packed mixed greens All grilled chicken left over from Chicken Kebabs with Yogurt-Tahini Sauce All grilled vegetables left over from Chicken Kebabs with Yogurt-Tahini Sauce 4 ounces feta, crumbled 1 cup drained and rinsed canned chickpeas 12 pitted […]

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Strawberry-Chicken Salad with Pecans

This main-dish salad features juicy strawberries at their seasonal peak. Ingredients 4 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided 1 tablespoon white balsamic vinegar 1 teaspoon honey 1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme 3/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt, divided 2 cups halved strawberries, divided 2 (4-ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast cutlets 1/4 […]

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Tortellini, Chicken, and Arugula Salad

A bright, springtime salad that comes together in a cinch thanks to the use of a few quality convenience items. Hearty cheese tortellini, shredded rotisserie chicken, and peppery arugula join forces to create a light, yet filling, salad with plenty of texture and substance. Zippy lemon dressing adds welcomed vibrancy while shaved Parmesan adds a […]