The Diaeta WayRecipes
Rhubarb Sorrel Soup
My dear friend Joan Nathan serves this soup every summer. It is a classic and should not be missed. The simplicity of a quick garden soup makes all the difference. It keeps well and of course, is most often served cold! Try it with a dollop of cultured sour cream.
How to Cook Rhubarb
Cut 8-10 stalks of rhubarb into 2″ pieces and place in a saucepan with 2/3 cup water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then lower the heat and simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the rhubarb is tender.
Broccoli and Eggplant Miso Salad
For the Salad 1/2 cup olive oil 2 medium eggplants, cut into bite-sized chunks 1 large head of broccoli, chopped into florets 1 pinch of chile flakes 1 handful of coriander (cilantro), chopped 1 handful of sesame seeds Salt and pepper to taste Heat the oil in a skillet ad sauce the eggplant until cooked […]
Seaweed Salad
Salad 1 oz dried wakame 1 sliced organic cucumber 1 sliced avocado Juice of one lemon Dressing 2 Tbsp. apple cider vinegar 1 Tbsp. sesame oil 1 Tbsp. honey 1 Tbsp. tamari 1 Tbsp. grated ginger 2 Tbsp. toasted sesame seeds 2 Tbsp. minced scallions 1/2 tsp. dried chili flakes Rehydrate the seaweed by placing in in cold […]
Mustard Vinaigrette
This will make 1 cup and keep well in the fridge for two weeks. For a super quick and delicious salad, mix 4 Tbsp. of dressing with 4 cups of watercress (tough stems removed) and toss with shaved Parmesan.
Easy Hot and Sour Soup from Bone Broth
This is fun and simple if you have leftovers and/or stock on hand. You can make the broth ahead and add the vegetables, meat or eggs a day or 3 later.
Roasted Vegetables with Chermoula Sauce
(Serves 8-10) Roasted Vegetables: A selection of 5-6 garden vegetables—carrots, beets, peppers, eggplant, cauliflower, sweet potato, onions— cut into 2” pieces, approx 10 cups 1 bunch scallions, thinly sliced 1/2 cup chopped parsley Chermoula sauce: 2 tsp. roasted or ground cumin 3/4 olive oil 1/2 cup chopped parsley 1/4 cup cilantro 1/4 cup chopped chives […]
Sweet Potato Croquettes
(About 20 2” coquettes) 1 cup olive oil 3 lbs. sweet potatoes, skin on, cut into small cubes 1 cup cashews, plus a little bit more in case the mixture is sticky 1 cup unsweetened shredded dried coconut, plus a little bit more in case the mixture is sticky 2 cups grated or minced onions […]
Stuffed Poblano Peppers
(Makes 6) 6 poblano peppers 4 medium sized cactus leaves (nopales) 2 cups chopped onions 3 Tbsp. olive oil 6 cloves garlic (3 for nopales, 3 for stuffing the poblano) 2 tsp. roasted or ground cumin 1 tsp. dried basil 2 tsp. chili powder 1 cup fresh or frozen corn 3 zucchini, cut up into […]
Poached Shrimp with Avocado and Lettuce Leaves
(Serves 6) Depending on the size of the shrimp, they will take 2-3 minutes to cook. 1 large tomato, cored and cut into 1” slices 2 Tbsp. olive oil 1 shallot, cut in half 2 cloves garlic, peeled 1 cup olive oil Juice of 3 limes, about 1/2 cup 1/2 cup fresh cilantro 2 Tbsp. […]
Greek Lemon Soup
(Serves 4-8) 8 cups homemade chicken stock, divided 2 teaspoons kosher salt 1 teaspoon white pepper 4 organic pastured eggs, room temperature, whites and yolks separated Juice of 3 large lemons ¼ cup finely chopped fresh dill 1 dill sprig per serving, or fresh thyme, mint, or chives. Bring stock to a boil in a […]
Pineapple Mango Salsa
Makes about 2 cups 1 cup finely chopped mango flesh 1 cup finely chopped pineapple 2” fresh ginger, grated 1 Tbsp. jalapeño minced 1/4 cup grated yellow onion 4 Tbsp. finely chopped cilantro Mix all together and add salt as needed.
