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Curried Potato Salad

29/5/2018

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Distinct aroma and flavour make this classic cold salad a
unique addition to your spring or summer table

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Prep & Cooking: 30-45 minutes
Serves: 4-6
Pairs well with: Oil-Free "Mayo"
 
Main Ingredients:
4 large potatoes, boiled and peeled – use what you have on hand, but I find thin skinned potatoes,  i.e. red or Yukon gold work best.
¼ cup plant-based mayonnaise - follow the link above for our recipe or use what you have
1 tbsp Dijon mustard – if you don’t have Dijon, just use what you have
½ cup of chopped bell peppers – use one or more colours depending on what you have on hand
1/3 cup chopped celery (optional)
¼ cup chopped green onion
1 tbsp lemon juice
2-3 tsp yellow curry powder
1 tsp garlic powder
Salt and pepper to taste
Additional chopped peppers and green onion for garnish (optional)
 
Method:
Peel and dice cooked and cooled potatoes. In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, mustard, lemon juice, salt, pepper, curry powder, and garlic powder. Blend until all ingredients are combined.
 
In a large bowl, combine the potatoes and dressing. Stir until the potatoes are well coated in the dressing.
 
Add chopped celery, peppers, and onion. Stir again to incorporate all ingredients.
 
Garnish with additional chopped peppers and onion and serve.  For a more intense flavour, allow the salad to chill for a few hours or overnight.
 
Tips & Variations:
  • This recipe is easily doubled or tripled to feed a crowd
  • For additional protein and texture, add ½ cup or more cooked chickpeas
  • The salad will keep for a few days in a sealed container in the refrigerator
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Lemon Pepper Dill Hummus

22/5/2018

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Fresh and light, this dip makes a delicious sunny day snack
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Prep & Cooking: 20 minutes (add additional cooking time if you are using dried beans)
Makes: 1 ½ cups
Pairs well with: Chili Lime Pita Chips

Main Ingredients:
1 jar or can (400ml/15 oz.) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
2-3 cloves garlic
¼ cup olive oil
Juice and zest of half a lemon
2-3 tbsp tahini (optional)
1 ½ tsp salt
1 tsp (or more) freshly ground black pepper
½ tsp cumin
3-4 tbsp chopped fresh dill

Optional Garnish:
Lemon zest, fresh dill sprigs and/or additional freshly ground black pepper

Method:
In a food processor or blender, combine chickpeas, garlic, oil, lemon juice, and tahini. Blend until smooth. Add the lemon zest, salt, pepper, cumin, and dill and continue to blend until all spices and herbs are incorporated.

Remove from processor and transfer to a small bowl or storage container.
Garnish with additional lemon zest, dill, and/or cracked black pepper.
Serve with cut vegetable, crackers or toast.
This hummus will keep in the refrigerator in a sealed container for up to 1 week.

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Rainbow Vegetable & Pasta Salad

15/5/2018

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A bounty of colour & flavour combined!
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Prep & Cook time: 15 mins
Serves: 6-8
Pairs well with: Zesty Herb Dressing
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Main Ingredients:
1lb dry pasta of your choice – shaped pasta such as bowtie or rigatoni make for a nice presentation and tend to hold the dressing well
½ - ¾ cup of Friendly Food’s zesty herb dressing – if you are short on time or ingredients your favourite pre-made Italian dressing will do the trick
½ bell pepper, chopped
½ cup green beans, raw and chopped
½ cup red onion, chopped
½ cup grape tomatoes, quartered
10 or more olives, pitted and chopped – we chose kalamata, but use what you like and have on hand
 
Method:
Cook your chosen pasta until al dente, often the package will indicate a range of 8-12 minutes.
 
While the pasta is cooking, wash and chop your vegetables. Keeping your cut vegetables small and around the same size makes the finished salad easier to eat.
Drain your pasta and allow to cool for just a few minutes. Dressing the pasta while it is still a little warm enhances the flavour; bringing the herbs and seasonings to life and helps to ensure the pasta is well coated.
 
Toss the cooked pasta in the dressing to coat and add the chopped vegetables.
Give the salad an additional few stirs to blend the vegetables evenly throughout the pasta.
Add additional salt, pepper, and chopped fresh herbs if desired.
 
Serve immediately or allow the flavours to intensify by refrigerating for a few hours.
The salad will keep for several days in a sealed container in the refrigerator.
 
Tips & Variations:
  • This pasta salad is versatile and options for veggie swaps are endless, choose brightly coloured peppers of your choice and easily substitute small broccoli florets for green beans
  • Make as much or as little as you need, this recipe is easily halved or doubled
  • For added visual appeal choose naturally coloured pasta
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Maple Banana-Berry Chia Pudding

8/5/2018

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Topped with tasty fruit, this protein packed pudding is a winner!
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Prep Time: 10 minutes & 4+ hours to set
Serves: 2

Main Ingredients:
1 cup plant-based milk
3 tbsp chia seeds
1 large ripe banana
½ cup fresh berries
2 tsp cinnamon
1 tsp vanilla

Toppings:
½ cup fresh berries
½ banana, sliced
2 tbsp maple syrup
¼ cup chopped walnuts – if you don’t have or like walnuts, use what you have on hand

Method:
In a blender, or using a hand mixer/blender, combine milk, banana, cinnamon, and vanilla.

In a container, with a lid secure enough to shake, pour the banana-milk mixture over the chia seeds. Shake the container to combine; making sure that the seeds are immersed.

Chill in the refrigerator for 4- 6 hour or overnight. The mixture should be a thick consistency and be easy to spoon into single-serve dishes.

Top with chopped nuts, berries, banana slices, and a drizzle of maple syrup.

Tips & Variations:
  • Use berries that you like, that are in season, and affordable
  • This dessert is gluten free and can be nut-free by omitting the chopped walnuts and using oat, soy, or rice milk
  • This pudding keeps for several days in a sealed container in the refrigerator
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       Crunchy Dill Pickle         Potato Salad

1/5/2018

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A fresh and tangy take on a simple staple side dish!
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Prep & Cooking: 30-45 minutes
Serves: 4-6
Pairs well with: Oil-Free "Mayo"

Main Ingredients:
4 large potatoes, boiled and peeled – use what you have on hand, but I find thin skinned potatoes i.e. red or Yukon gold work best.
¼ cup plant-based mayonnaise - follow the link above for our recipe or use what you have
1 tbsp Dijon mustard – if you don’t have Dijon, just use what you have
½ cup of chopped dill pickles
1/3 cup chopped radish
1/3 cup chopped celery
¼ cup chopped red onion (optional)
1 tbsp lemon juice
2-3 tbsp dill pickle brine
1 tsp garlic powder
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh dill for garnish (optional)

Method:
Peel and dice cooked and cooled potatoes. In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, mustard, lemon juice, pickle brine, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Blend until all ingredients are combined.

In a large bowl, combine the potatoes and dressing. Stir until the potatoes are well coated in the dressing.

Add chopped celery, pickles, and radish. Stir again to incorporate all ingredients.

Garnish with fresh dill and serve. For a more intense flavour, allow the salad to chill for a few hours or overnight.

Tips & Variations:
  • This recipe is easily doubled or tripled to feed a crowd
  • The salad will keep for a few days in a sealed container in the refrigerator
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