Diet Specific
Recipes for those looking for Gluten Free, Vegetarian, and Low-Carb options, as well as recipes that are generally considered Healthy Choices.
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Seared Scallops with Macadamia Cilantro Pesto
Just a little appeteaser… Start with beautiful sea scallops, rinse and pat dry. For these I lightly rolled the edges of the scallops in some sea salt and freshly cracked pepper. Set aside while you make pesto.
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Eggplant, Zucchini, & Squash Curry
A few years ago I took on a new level of interest in cooking. I became a student of spices, learned which spices went best with which ingredients, and tested different combinations. During that particular Autumn season soups, stews, chilis, and sauces were transformed. Our kitchen was filled with amazing aromas and our favorite soup bowls filled with new fresh flavors.
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Zephyr Squash Summer Salad
I could not wait to get home to my farmers’ market bounty last night. Most excited about using zephyr squash for the first time and decided on this salad after visiting the sites of Zephyr Farms & The Kitchn. I simply cut the squash into ribbons and then steamed it until just tender…it still had a nice crunch to it.
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Tuna Fish & Chips {Surreal Bites}
My mom gave me a unique cookbook several years ago called Surreal Gourmet Bites. It changed my life or at least the way I viewed food. Thank you Surreal Gourmet (Bob Blumer) for inspiring me to eat with my eyes first and thanks mom for always choosing gifts for life.
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Thai Red Curry Mahi Mahi
I only discovered Thai Red Curry a couple years ago while on vacation in Puerto Rico. Our hotel was directly across the street from a gem of a restuarant that featured both Thai and Indian dishes ~ neither of which we were too familiar with. Going completely on the recommendations of our server we ordered Pla Choo Chee (Thai Red Curry Fish).
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Skillet Veggie & Herb Hash with Fried Egg
Skillet Veggie & Herb Hash with Fried Egg. It’s a beautiful July 4th morning. After a week of sweltering heat there’s actually a breeze across my back porch. I’m so excited to make my first skillet dish. I scored finding two of these 5″ cast iron skillets at a thrift store (I think I actually smiled out loud at the sight of them). For the hash ~ I lightly browned in butter red & white onion, cubed butternut squash and baby potatoes. Then I added 1/2″ water, covered them and simmered on low until they were just tender and the water had evaporated. I added a little more butter with fresh…
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Steamed Asparagus with Fried Egg & Shaved Parmesan Cheese {Sundays with Shelby}
Steamed Asparagus with Fried Egg & Shaved Parmesan Cheese. Cappuccino got her here….but this dish kept her at the table. My daughter favors vegetarian dishes and because of her I’m drawn to recipes that I know she’ll enjoy.
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Succulent Scallops Wrapped in Bacon
Succulent Scallops Wrapped in Bacon. Without a doubt scallops are my most favorite shellfish, especially big sweet sea scallops. If they didn’t cost quite so much I believe I could eat them every day. There are so many ways to serve scallops but wrapped in bacon is a classic that will never go out of style.
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Light & Fresh Summer Bruschetta Salad
Bruschetta Salad has all the flavors I adore. Bruschetta is a favorite finger food of mine and Tomato Bread Salad has become a summer staple. So why not combine them on a beautiful plate? And as summer rolls on there are tomatoes, tomatoes everywhere… Similar ingredients – make this the perfect recipe twist. Salad Ingredients Garden Tomatoes diced (or stuffed)Fresh Herbs (Basil, Lemony Thyme, Chive, Oregano)Pan roasted chopped GarlicFine diced Red OnionThinly sliced RadishAll tossed with Olive Oil, White Balsamic, Sea Salt & Fresh Cracked Pepper Style your ingredients and serve with fresh baked bread. Bruschetta Salad is fresh yet familiar. Don’t forget to follow us @LemonyThyme on Instagram, TikTok and Facebook!
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Simon & Garfunkel Herb & Garlic Encrusted Lamb Chop with Crispy Leeks
Parsley, Sage, Rosemary, Lemony Thyme, Garlic, Panko, Olive Oil, Sea Salt & Fresh Cracked Pepper (according to taste) Encrusted Petite Lamb Chop with Balsamic Glaze & Crispy Leeks. Can you say melt in your mouth goodness.
