Tag: mint leaves

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Quick Chicken Pho 14

Great for pho beginners, this recipe is also terrific for cooks in a hurry,” writes Nguyen. “Keys to this streamlined approach include toasting spices and lightly searing ginger and green onion, which help to extract flavor fast. Poaching the chicken in the broth adds savory depth.” (The broth is a lower-sodium adaptation of Nguyen’s original. […]

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Spinach, Endive, and Tangelo Salad 18

This salad hits a lot of flavorful notes; sweet fruit, earthy nuts, refreshing mint, and slight bitterness from Belgian endive. Though you can buy Belgian endive year-round, it peaks between November and April. Ingredients 2 tablespoons torn mint leaves 1 1/2 teaspoons grated tangelo rind 1 tablespoon fresh tangelo juice 2 teaspoons thinly sliced green […]

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Curried Chicken Thighs with Pomegranate-Mint Sauce

Talk about a company-worthy meal without much effort or a hefty price tag. Serve this easy and elegant entrée over a bed of couscous and with a side of the Steamed Broccoli with Garlic and Red Onion. Ingredients 8 (3-oz.) skinless, boneless chicken thighs 1 teaspoon Madras curry powder 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon […]

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Curried Chicken Thighs with Pomegranate-Mint Sauce 12

Ingredients 8 (3-oz.) skinless, boneless chicken thighs 1 teaspoon Madras curry powder 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil 1/3 cup water 3/4 cup pomegranate arils, divided 1/2 cup plain 2% reduced-fat Greek yogurt 2 tablespoons torn mint leaves How to Make It Step 1 Sprinkle chicken with curry […]

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Bee-Utiful Summer Salad 3

Not all produce needs honeybees for pollination, but their sheer numbers and tenacity make bees powerhouse pollinators. If a plant is not wind-pollinated (like corn), you can probably thank honeybees for the produce. All of the ingredients below (except salt) depend on bees for pollination.   Ingredients 2 tablespoons extra-virgin avocado oil 1 1/2 tablespoons […]

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Avocado-and-Pea Salmon Tartines 10

Ingredients 2 ripe avocados, peeled and seeded 3/4 cup frozen green peas, thawed 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 8 (1 1/2-oz.) whole-grain bread slices, toasted 8 thin smoked salmon slices (about 8 oz.) 1/3 cup very thinly sliced radishes (about […]

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Thai Shrimp Salad with Spicy-Sour Dressing 6

Sriracha, a Thai hot sauce, adds a spicy kick to this noodle salad. Use less or omit it, if you prefer. If you can’t find fish sauce, substitute low-sodium soy sauce. Ingredients 4 ounces uncooked linguine 12 ounces peeled and deveined medium shrimp 1/2 cup fresh lime juice 1 tablespoon sugar 1 tablespoon Sriracha (hot […]

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Curried Chicken Thighs with Pomegranate-Mint Sauce

Talk about a company-worthy meal without much effort or a hefty price tag. Serve this easy and elegant entrée over a bed of couscous and with a side of the Steamed Broccoli with Garlic and Red Onion. Ingredients 8 (3-oz.) skinless, boneless chicken thighs 1 teaspoon Madras curry powder 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon […]

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Curried Chicken Thighs with Pomegranate-Mint Sauce 5

Ingredients 8 (3-oz.) skinless, boneless chicken thighs 1 teaspoon Madras curry powder 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil 1/3 cup water 3/4 cup pomegranate arils, divided 1/2 cup plain 2% reduced-fat Greek yogurt 2 tablespoons torn mint leaves How to Make It Step 1 Sprinkle chicken with curry […]

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Orange Salad with Arugula and Oil-Cured Olives 6

This minty salad makes a refreshing first course for a holiday feast. Every component of the salad can be prepared and ready to serve well in advance. Make the dressing several hours or even a day ahead; just bring to room temperature before tossing with arugula. Ingredients Dressing: 1/3 cup thinly sliced shallots 1/4 cup […]