Mexican-style grilled corn is a summer must have! With 10 minutes and some inspiration, I made an extra-speedy version without the grill. P.S.- I’m a big fan of cooking with what you’ve got on hand, and making do with the time you have, hence the use of feta and no grill 😉 Ingredients: 2 ears …
Tag: summer
Jicama Salad
This salad is great for summertime! I love it as a side dish for fish and tacos, or better yet, fish tacos! Jicama is crunchy & refreshing, and the peaches are sweet & juicy. What more could you ask for?! 1 jicama, peeled 1 small bunch radishes 2 carrots 1 peach 2 Tbsp chopped cilantro …
Whole Grilled Eggplant with Tahini & Herbs
I saw this recipe on the Create channel from the Edible Feast show, but could not find the actual recipe online (and honestly, I’m not sure if this is exactly the right recipe either!) but I made it at home, and it was AWESOME! So awesome, that i had to post it on the blog …
Refreshing Summertime Drinks
There is nothing like a refreshing drink in the summer, and believe it or not, they don’t need to be loaded with sugar to be crowd pleasers! Marina’s Mojitarita Cocktail (Serves 4) The making of this drink came about when I was craving a mojito (but would settle for a margarita) but did not have …
Light & Fresh Jicima Salad
This salad makes for a beautiful pairing with a light sandwich, flatbread, or wrap. We love it with tacos! 1 jicima, peeled (I like to use the back of a spoon to peel them, or a knife) 1 bunch of raddishes 2 carrots 1 large peach or mango 2 Tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped 1/2 jalapeno …
Packing the Perfect Picnic Sandwich
Spring time means picnic season, and what better way to celebrate than to stock up on great sandwich ideas? -Grilled zucchini, eggplant, and onion with tomato and fresh basil or pesto -Shredded chicken (leftovers) with avocado, sprouts, and tomato -Grilled portobello with caramelized onions, fresh mozzarella, and balsamic glaze -Sliced apples with brie and arugula …
Marina’s Farmers’ Market Pasta
I love shopping at the local farmers’ markets and farms! It’s becoming easier to find fresh, local produce nearly anywhere on Long Island. I created the following recipe the other week when I simply didn’t know what to do with the eggplant I had laying around. I kept throwing in other ingredients, and soon enough …
Summer Staples
Below are two recipes I love to eat during the summer. They’re great for barbeques or picnics, or just for snacking on throughout the day. Enjoy! Pico de Gallo (fresh salsa) Serves 8; Prep time: 10 minutes Ingredients: 4 medium sized tomatoes, chopped (4 cups) ¼ cup red onion, finely chopped 2 Tablespoons cilantro, chopped …
Beat the Breakfast Boredom
I’ve been noticing over the past few days that I am really getting bored with my breakfast routine! Breakfast should be something to look forward to, which is why I transitioned to my “summer breakfast” theme of müesli. Have you heard of it? Some stores sell versions of it in the cereal aisle, as a …
Cucumber Salad
I love cucumbers because they are so crunchy, fresh, and cool! Besides eating them alone, I love making salads out of them. This was part of my dinner yesterday: Cucumber Salad I cut a full cucumber (keep the skin on!)Â into quarters length-wise, then sliced them on my mandolin (thinly sliced). Then I added some …
Smoothies
Smoothies are an awesome way to pack in some servings of fruit while filling you up and cooling you down. They’re also very easy to make, and are great as a breakfast or snack. If you don’t have an immersion blender already, I highly suggest them because they are easier to use and usually require …