Quinoa Tabbouleh Gluten Free

13 Tuesday Apr 2021

Posted by libby in gluten free, healthy choices, herbs, oils & spices, love to cook, Mediterranean, salads, side dishes

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cilantro, cucumber, fresh mint, fresh parsley, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, scallion, tomatoes

I wanted to make a gluten free version of Tabbouleh so included Quinoa! It’s perfect!

There’s something about Spring that makes me crave bright green flavors!

Which generally means I’m incorporating as many fresh herbs as possible.

Tomorrow I am making Falafel which I’m going to serve on a great big board with lots of tiny bowls of other levantine favorites like hummus, Jerusalem salad, baba ghanoush, marinated olives and feta, and this gorgeous Quinoa Tabbouleh.

Fattoush Salad

04 Wednesday Nov 2015

Posted by libby in healthy choices, love to cook, salads, vegetarian, Weight Watchers

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avocado, cucumber, fresh mint, lettuce, pita bread, pomegranate, scallion, sumac, tomatoes

This salad. This Fattoush Salad is flavor love.

I was working hard to use ingredients already on hand. I may be a bit out of control. Pantry and freezer doors are…busting. So I went on offense and typed pita, lettuce, mint, tomato into my search engine field.

Kabam!!! Pow!! Fattoush!

Kiwi Mojito {with Agave Syrup}

03 Friday Jul 2015

Posted by libby in cocktails & coffees, love to cook

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agave nectar, fresh mint, kiwi, lime, rum

It’s Independence Day weekend and that calls for a new cocktail recipe to celebrate.

Kiwi Mojito {with Agave Syrup}.

Shades of green with kiwi, lime and mint. There’s nothing like a rum cocktail to transport you squarely into a holiday weekend.

Cranberry Mojitos

15 Saturday Nov 2014

Posted by libby in cocktails & coffees, love to cook

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club soda, cranberries, fresh mint, lime, rum, sugar

From the minute I first spotted fresh cranberries in the market I knew a Cranberry Mojito was in my future. The perfect holiday cocktail or mocktail. Here’s how we make them.

Thai Larb Salad

03 Thursday Apr 2014

Posted by libby in appetizers, chicken & turkey, eat out of the fridge/pantry, international, love to cook

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cilantro, fish sauce, fresh mint, garlic, ground chicken, lime juice, red onion, shallot

When life gives you Boston Bibb lettuce and chicken, the first thing that comes to mind are lettuce wraps. Our Chicken & Cashew Lettuce Wraps are a favorite but these Thai Larb Salad cups may have just inched them out in a popularity contest.

Albóndigas Soup {Mexican Meatball Soup}

20 Thursday Feb 2014

Posted by libby in beef, pork, lamb, eat out of the fridge/pantry, gluten free, love to cook, Mexican/Latin, soups, stews, chili

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carrots, cilantro, fresh mint, fresh parsley, green peas, ground beef, onion, rice, tomatoes

It was this Kicked Up Albóndiga Soup recipe from Hispanic Kitchen that first grabbed my attention. I knew instantly it would be a hit at our house when I read the recipe. We are on an undeniable meatball kick. I’m not sure what’s gotten into us, but it’s full out meatball mania around here.

Tzatziki Sauce

07 Wednesday Aug 2013

Posted by libby in appetizers, love to cook, Mediterranean, sauces

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cucumber, fresh mint, garlic, greek yogurt, lemon juice, mayonnaise

Tzatziki Sauce.

This traditional Greek cucumber yogurt sauce is a key ingredient in a Lamb Gyro and Greek Chicken Meatballs. It also makes a wonderful dip to pair with a fresh veggie platter. Served chilled, it’s so nice and light, yet full of flavor. The fresh mint, garlic, and lemon juice play oh so nicely together. I could go on. Instead I think you should make some…you’ll love it.

Peach Basil Relish {or Salsa}

22 Saturday Jun 2013

Posted by libby in appetizers, healthy choices, love to cook, sauces, vegetarian, Weight Watchers

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agave nectar, fresh basil, fresh mint, lemon, peaches, shallot

Peach Basil Relish aka Peach Basil Salsa.

Watermelon Salad {with Feta & Mint}

25 Saturday May 2013

Posted by libby in healthy choices, love to cook, salads, vegetarian

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balsamic glaze, feta cheese, fresh mint, red onion, watermelon

Watermelon Salad. Simple, yet so refreshing. A perfect bite-sized summer appetizer.

Chilled seedless watermelon cubes, crumbled feta cheese, sprinkling of fine diced red onion, drizzle of balsamic glaze, garnished with mint leaves. Continue reading »

The Classic Mojito {TGIF}

02 Friday Nov 2012

Posted by libby in cocktails & coffees, love to cook

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club soda, fresh mint, limes, rum, simple syrup

I think tonight is a great night for a Classic Mojito. I believe we’ve got a touch of Indian Summer breaking through what has been a crazy week of weather and my fresh mint is still thriving in it’s own private garden. I had my first Mojito several years ago while vacationing in Puerto Rico. Already a rum lover….I was quickly hooked. I’ve since made Keylime Mojitos, Strawberry Mojitos, and still my favorite The Classic Mojito.

Lemony Thyme

~ fresh bright flavors

Tag Archives: fresh mint

Quinoa Tabbouleh Gluten Free

Fattoush Salad

Kiwi Mojito {with Agave Syrup}

Cranberry Mojitos

Thai Larb Salad

Albóndigas Soup {Mexican Meatball Soup}

Tzatziki Sauce

Peach Basil Relish {or Salsa}

Watermelon Salad {with Feta & Mint}

The Classic Mojito {TGIF}