Looking for a healthy appetizer option? This roasted beet crostini includes a homemade herbed vegan “ricotta” cheese for a dairy-free, nutritious appetizer. A balsamic reduction and honey drizzle makes for the perfect bite. Can we just discuss the fact that roasted beets are basically candy? Okay, maybe not for beet naysayers, but for me, a …
This nutrient-packed golden beet and kale salad includes pumpkin seeds, hemp seeds, parmesan cheese, and a zingy dressing for a colorful and healthful vegetarian side dish. Make it an entree by adding your favorite protein source! I read an article last week on the top food trends of 2017, which said seaweed is the new …
You guys, this is CRAAAAAZY (<- said like Jennifer Lawrence during the diner scene in Silver Lining’s Playbook) (<- okay, maybe not that intense), but bear with me. I’ve been thinking a lot about vegetables lately. Surprised? Out of a need for more creativity in the kitchen, a craving for something tropical, and the new-found desire …
Roasted Root Vegetable Buddha Bowls with Maple Cinnamon Tahini Dressing…a.k.a. this blog’s signature Buddha Bowl. Das Buddha Bowl! If you’re new to the concept, a Buddha bowl, no sweat! Buddha bowls are basically a macrobiotic bowl of a variety of vegetables – both raw ans cooked. They typically include a mixture of greens (spinach, kale, …
Golden Beet and Fennel Soup – an earthy creamy healthful soup. full of nutrients and fiber. Have you noticed that there is no recipe for borscht on this blog? Nonsensical, I know. Beets are the poster child for this site, and yet I’ve never exhibited one of the most world renowned ways of preparing red beets. I …
Glorious day, Chioggia beets! Have you ever seen one? Finding a Chioggia beet is the equivalent of spotting a two-headed komodo dragon window shopping on the streets of San Francisco. You know you can always find realistic and accurate similes here at hometown The Roasted Root. Chioggia beets have pink skin, and when you slice …
A detoxifying mango smoothie with golden beets and turmeric – packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. And all the fiber. My local grocery store doesn’t normally carry fresh turmeric, so when I spied it next to the ginger, I busted out the Carlton. ^^^ That’s turmeric. It looks like ginger got frisky with a …
Fall-off-the bone red wine braised spare ribs slow cooked in red wine and herbs. Served with creamy polenta and roasted root vegetables.