Roasting eggplants is a highly popular cooking method both in Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisines. In the Middle East, eggplants are usually grilled over charcoal barbecues and served along with kebab and other meaty dishes. Occasionally, they are placed on skewers and cooked very much like shish kebabs. However, oven roasted eggplants taste equally delicious […]
I think it is unfair that peas are so underrated. Most cooks use peas to add colors to their main course. Others only prefer them as a side dish. Today’s recipe is a rebel against them! I believe these healthy, tasty, and cute green balls deserve a dish by themselves only. No need to hook […]
We all know that carrots are full of vitamin A, K, and beta-carotene. They are good for our eyes and bones. Plus, most dieticians consider them to be a superfood due to their high fiber content. But did you know that they are from Afghanistan and have more genes (about 32,000) than us? Moreover, you […]
Planted in spring and harvested in late summer, lentils are one of my all-time favorite legumes. Aside from their magnificent flavor, they can substitute for meat flawlessly. This advantage is making them one of the most sought-after ingredients for vegan dishes. However, the lentil kofte (meatless lentil patties) has been enjoyed for centuries in Turkey […]
Easy to cook and prepare, green beans are one of my all-time favorite side dishes. I know, they go great grilled with garlic and butter when serving next to a juicy steak. Yet, I have been preparing another recipe lately. Again, this one is a family formula. It is loaded with olive oil, and completely […]
Zucchini is such a versatile ingredient that you can incorporate with many different vegetables easily. Note that it is technically a fruit (Just like tomato). Nevertheless, the flavor does not come out until you elevate it with spices. For example, some kind of magic happens when fresh dill and zucchini come together. It is hard […]
Here is a guilt-free appetizer that you will not be able to stop dipping crispy crackers. It is tasty, creamy, spicy, and dreamy. This recipe is full of surprises, be aware! Regardless of being a happy food, the zucchini yogurt dip actually provides lots of antioxidants, vitamins, fibers, and minerals. Combine zucchini’s high fiber content […]