Tag: red wine vinegar

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Falafel, Feta, and Tomato Salad

hink of chopped falafel as a tasty, protein-packed crouton—it adds texture to the salad and turns a simple side into a substantial main dish. We chose a Mediterranean theme here, but you could use any nuts, cheeses, or vegetables you like. Serve with (what else?) toasted whole-wheat pita wedges and creamy hummus, or simply toasted […]

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Grilled Flatiron Steaks with Kale and Beet Risotto

Flatiron steaks are cuts from the top blade with the shoulder tendon removed. Olivia restaurant uses local grass-fed beef, but grain-fed beef will also work in this dish. Ingredients 1 pound beets 1/4 cup red wine vinegar 1 tablespoon tarragon 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided Cooking spray 1 teaspoon minced garlic 6 cups chopped kale […]

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Tuna-Quinoa Toss

Ingredients 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar 1/2 teaspoon fresh lemon juice 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard Dash of salt Dash of freshly ground black pepper 1/2 cup cooked quinoa 1/4 cup unsalted canned chickpeas, rinsed and drained 1/4 cup chopped cucumber 1 tablespoon crumbled feta cheese 5 cherry tomatoes, halved 1 […]

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Saucy Skillet-Poached Eggs

If you’ve ever had Italian eggs in purgatory, this recipe makes a similar Israeli breakfast dish called shakshuka. If you need to stretch the meal, simply add another egg to the pan. Top with any herb, such as cilantro, chives, or oregano.   Ingredients 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 cup chopped yellow onion 1 […]

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Spinach-Pea Salad with Grilled Shrimp

Sweet, briny shrimp are lovely here–seared scallops would be, too. For a beautiful garnish, purchase edible flowers, separate the petals, and scatter them on top. Grilled whole-wheat pita makes wonderfully thin croutons; we like whole-wheat, but you can use white pita, too. Ingredients 1 cup shelled green peas (about 1 pound unshelled green peas) or […]

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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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Maple-Glazed Chicken with Apple-Brussels Sprout Slaw 1

Ingredients 8 (2-ounce) chicken cutlets 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, divided 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar, divided 2 tablespoons maple syrup 8 ounces Brussels sprouts 1/4 cup dried currants 1 medium Fuji or Gala apple, cut into 1/8-inch-thick slices How to Make It Step […]

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Brisket with Melted and Pickled Onions

The challenge: I know it’s hands-free cooking, but why wouldn’t I just make something in my Dutch oven in a fourth the time? Our solution: Trust us—some food does fare better with even, gentle, long, low heat. Brisket is a prime example. It’ll take you about three to four hours of oven or stovetop braising […]

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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 […]

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Arugula, Grape, and Sunflower Seed Salad

Ingredients 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar 1 teaspoon honey 1 teaspoon maple syrup 1/2 teaspoon stone-ground mustard 2 teaspoons grapeseed oil 7 cups loosely packed baby arugula 2 cups red grapes, halved 2 tablespoons toasted sunflower seed kernels 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper How to Make […]