serves 4 Walnuts amplify the nutty flavor of the quinoa, while bits of diced apple provide a touch of sweetness. 1½ cups quinoa 3 cups vegetable broth (page 15) Salt 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 3 scallions, minced ½ cup walnut pieces 1 (10-ounce) package...
Quick stove-top cassoulet
serves 4 About the only thing traditional about this cassoulet is the inclusion of white beans. Where a classic cassoulet contains meat and is generally baked in the oven for an hour or two, this tasty vegetarian version can be on the table in 30 minutes. It begs to...
Mushroom bulgur pilaf
serves 4 To make this dish even heartier, add a can of white beans when you add the tomatoes, for a soul-satisfying meal in less than 30 minutes. If you buy a package of presliced mushrooms, it will keep prep time to a minimum. 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 1...
Jasmine Rice fantasy
serves 4 My wish list of ingredients for a fantasy rice dish includes the evocatively scented jasmine rice combined with flavorful ingredients such as Thai basil, hot chiles, coconut, and cashews. Feel free to make ingredient adjustments to suit your own fantasy....
Curried couscous and vegetables
serves 4 Talk about curry in a hurry—this flavorful meal can be on the table in minutes. For extra color, add some grated carrot or chopped red bell pepper. 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 4 scallions, chopped 2 small zucchini, halved lengthwise, and thinly sliced...
Barley pilaf with white beans and broccoli
serves 4 Barley is a delicious, nutty, and often overlooked grain. Be sure to get quick-cooking pearl barley for this recipe, since regular barley takes much longer to cook. 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil ½ cup chopped onions 1½ cups vegetable broth (page 15) or...
Grilled garden sandwiches
serves 4 Here are some quick ones for the grill. Use a mesh or perforated basket to prevent the vegetables from falling through the grill. If you don’t have a grill, you can broil the vegetables or sear them in a skillet. Serve on toasted hard rolls. 1 large red...
Artichoke-hummus wraps with spinach tortillas
serves 4 Hummus wraps are an ideal fast-food lunch idea, made even faster when you have some rich, creamy hummus on hand. Make your own or choose from the wide variety of hummus flavors available in supermarkets. If spinach tortillas are unavailable, regular flour...
California club sandwiches
serves 2 Buttery avocado and tempeh bacon put a new spin on the old-fashioned club sandwich. A juicy ripe tomato and good bread make it even better. 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 8 slices tempeh bacon 4 slices whole grain bread 2 tablespoons soy mayonnaise 2...
Potato “dosadillas”
serves 2 to 4 Southern India meets Mexico in this dosa-quesadilla hybrid I created one day when I was craving the fabulous dosas made at my local Indian restaurant. Using what I had on hand, I came amazingly close to the flavor of authentic dosas with a minimum of...
Oyster mushroom po’boys
serves 2 Oyster mushrooms stand in for the traditional oysters in this popular Louisiana sandwich. If panko bread crumbs are unavailable, regular dried bread crumbs may be used. 8 ounces oyster mushrooms, trimmed and cut into bite-sized pieces 3 tablespoons...
Oh-so-sloppy joes
serves 4 Frozen veggie burger crumbles make great and superquick sloppy joes. If unavailable, chop up a package of thawed frozen veggie burgers. 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil ¼ cup chopped onion 1 (12-ounce) package frozen vegetarian burger crumbles 1 (4-ounce)...












