Appetizers

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Bacon Wrapped Figs

With just a few ingredients, bacon wrapped figs are not only delicious appetizers, but they also look elegant and impressive. The umami and salty bacon pairs well with the figs. A slight drizzle of honey helps elevate the sweetness from the figs, which compliments the salty and tangy blue cheese.  […]

zucchini tomato tart

Zucchini Tomato Tart

The beauty of this zucchini tomato tart is in its simplicity. With just a handful of ingredients, you can make a delicious yet elegant dish that will be the perfect start to any meal.  Using ripe, sweet tomatoes will give you the best results since the tomato is the star […]

Watermelon Salad

Watermelon Salad

With only a few ingredients and quick and easy preparation, this refreshing appetizer is the ideal dish for summer parties. A cold slice of watermelon is the perfect way to cool off on a hot day and in this salad, I combine it with mint and feta to create a […]

Spinach Strawberry Salad

Strawberry Salad With Basil Dressing

I created this recipe to highlight strawberries as its main ingredient and used other flavors to compliment and elevate the sweetness from the berries. I recommend making this salad during summer when strawberries are in season and most flavorful. It is a simple dish that only requires a few items, […]

Salmon Quinoa Patty

Salmon Quinoa Patties

These versatile salmon quinoa patties can be served as appetizers, on a salad for lunch, or as the main course for dinner with a side of vegetables. It is a great way to use left over cooked salmon, but if you don’t have cooked salmon on hand and are in […]

cucumber tomato salad

Cucumber Tomato “Shirazi” Salad

This salad is a traditional Persian recipe that is easy to prepare and very tasty. It has a similar flavor profile as a greek salad, but it’s unique and delicious in its own way. It’s perfect as a side to any dish that can benefit from a little acidity such […]

portobello pizza

Portobello Pizza

This is a simple and easy recipe that is perfect for a mid-day snack or a low-carb appetizer. Instead of using traditional pizza dough, I substituted portobello mushrooms, which add extra flavor to the pizza with less guilt. I recommend baking the mushrooms first before adding the toppings to ensure […]

Chicken Olive stew in Phyllo dough

Chicken and Olive Phyllo Cups

The chicken and olive stew is a fragrant and flavorful dish that can be served as an entrée or an appetizer. The concept of this dish was inspired by a chicken and phyllo appetizer I had at a Moroccan restaurant. The spices used in this recipe are very aromatic and […]

Lamb Meatball

Lamb Meatballs

Instead of using beef, this dish uses ground lamb to create a tasty and flavorful variation on the classic meatball recipe. The lamb is combined with grated onion, garlic and parsley to enhance the taste of the lamb and give the meatballs a more complex flavor profile. The meatballs are first […]

Radicchio salad

Grilled Radicchio and Frisée Salad

Radicchio and frisée are two of the most delicious yet underrated vegetables. They may appear daunting, but this recipe uses both of these flavorful vegetables in a simple way to make an elegant and delicious salad with just a handful of ingredients. Although you can use radicchio raw, grilling it […]