This couscous salad is one of my favorite easiest meals to make when I’m super hungry or in a hurry. I always add cucumber, tomatoes, bell pepper and arugula. As for protein, I switch between chickpeas, beans and marinated tofu. But chickpeas works the best in combination with couscous so here we are. Easy, filling…
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Mediterranean Chickpea Salad with Za’atar
This simple Mediterranean chickpea salad is another outstanding way to use Za’atar spice blend. It is juicy, refreshing and flavorsome. Also, it is a great lunch idea for the times when you’re in extreme hurry. You need only 5 minutes to whip it up. Serve it alongside the bread of your choice that you can…
Za’atar Israeli Couscous with Sweet Peas
In a previous post I shared with you my homemade Za’atar spice blend. And now it’s time to put it in use. First example is simple Za’atar Israeli couscous. Few tablespoons of this incredible spice mix turn plain couscous into a fabulous side dish that will accompany any of your Mediterranean or Middle Eastern inspired…
Homemade Authentic Baba Ganoush
Baba ganoush is a popular Middle Eastern and Mediterranean eggplant dip with distinctive smoky flavor. There is no exact recipe for this dish, so I’m just gonna share with you some tips and tricks. Even though the eggplant is out of season now, I had it already roasted and peeled in my freezer. I was…
Lemony Israeli Couscous with Romanesco and Broccoli
When I bought a head of gorgeous romanesco I thought of a pasta dish right away. But I already have a lot of pasta recipes on this blog. So I used Israeli couscous this time which is basically the same but it requires an extra step to make the dish different. Toasting couscous in olive…
Black Bean Falafel Bowls with Vegan Tzatziki Sauce
Looking for simple but delicious vegan lunch? Check out my new recipe of black bean falafel with vegan Tzatziki sauce! I’ve made this Tzadziki with my homemade low-fat Greek-style soy yogurt using homemade soy milk. Try to make your own or just pick your favorite yogurt in a store. Just make sure it’s unsweetened. It…
Seitan Stuffed Eggplant
Another stuffed veggie today. I guarantee that my stuffed eggplant will surprise even meat eaters! Combination of earthy eggplant and spicy seitan is so rich and bold that you won’t believe it’s vegan! Base of this recipe is my Homemade Beef-Style Seitan which is firm and spicy. But any type of seitan will work just…
Quinoa Stuffed Zucchini Boats with Walnut Parmesan
Check out this delicious, light and healthy dish that you can serve as an appetizer or as a main course – quinoa stuffed zucchini boats topped with flavorsome vegan walnut Parmesan. Stuffed vegetables are my favorite food to cook in a summer. I love all these different colors and weird shapes and most of all…
