This is a dish that impresses, one you want your guests to see and taste. We use honey three ways here: We add it to the brine so the meat absorbs some sweetness, we toss it with the brined shrimp so its sugars allow the shrimp to develop a good char without overcooking, and we […]
Many folks feel that mussels are a restaurant dish—something to order off the menu. But they’re surprisingly affordable at the market and quick and easy to cook at home. They’re also a standout sustainable star, a great option for those looking to make better seafood choices. All you need to turn them into a knockout […]
Salmon’s high healthy-fat content helps it stay moist under high-heat cooking, unlike flaky fish, which might dry out. Ingredients 3 cups small fingerling potatoes, halved lengthwise 5 tablespoons olive oil, divided 1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided 3/4 teaspoon black pepper, divided 1/3 cup finely chopped red onion 1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley 3 tablespoons […]
Don’t feel like a sandwich? Serve the steak topped with the cucumber sauce and the vegetables as a side salad. Cut the flatbread into triangles, and toast until crisp. Ingredients 1 (1-pound) flank steak 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, divided 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, divided 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided Cooking spray 1/2 cup […]
A fine dice allows the salt and lemon to penetrate the vegetables and draw out their juices. The longer it sits, the better it gets. Ingredients 2 cups diced cucumber 2 cups diced tomato 1 cup diced orange bell pepper 1/2 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive […]
This raw-food dish needs planning and patience, but the payoff is a salad that pops with each crunchy bite. Tracy Singleton says using cooked and cooled quinoa instead of sprouted quinoa is a fine shortcut, but the salad won’t be 100% raw. Ingredients 4 cups filtered water, slightly warm 2 cups uncooked red quinoa 1/2 […]
This soup just screams “summer” with its bright, refreshing flavor and cool temperature. Holding out a little bit of the bell pepper and tomato for a fresh relish garnish adds textural variety—some crunch and chew to contrast the smooth soup. A high-powered blender will yield the silkiest results, but a regular blender works well, too […]
Texture is the most satisfying element of a great salad. Crunchy and crisp vegetables signify freshness—they taste as vibrant as they look. Here we dial up the crunch with crisp romaine hearts, sliced cucumber, and coarsely chopped almonds (which lend much more texture than sliced or slivered nuts). Crunchy vegetables tend to be milder due […]
A generous side of fresh veggies makes hearty comfort food lighter. Super-succulent pork chops and roasted carrots are paired with vastly underrated cabbage to create a vibrant vegetable medley that is equal parts flavorful and nutritious. Aromatic caraway lends earthiness while apple jelly adds a sweet contrast to the finishing sauce. This meal is pretty enough […]
Simple and bright, this is the kind of main that puts us in the mood for spring. If you’ve never thrown fresh lemons on the grill, try it: The slight edge of char intensifies their tartness, and they look gorgeous. The marinade is more of a wet rub since the chicken goes straight to the […]