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Fire-Roasted Nectarines

Fire-Roasted Nectarines
with Mixed Berry Salsa
Prep Time
25 minutes
Number of Servings
Serves 4
Ingredients
  • 2 cups strawberries (8 to 10 oz), hulled and coarsely chopped
  • [q:1/2] cup raspberries
  • [q:1/3] cup blueberries
  • 2 Tbsp sugar
  • 2 tsp finely chopped crystallized ginger
  • 1 tsp fresh lemon juice
  • Pinch of salt
  • 4 ripe medium nectarines, each cut in half and pitted
  • Nonstick cooking spray
Directions
  1. In a medium bowl, mix strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, sugar, ginger, lemon juice, and salt; set aside. (Makes about 2 cups of salsa.)
  2. Prepare outdoor grill for direct grilling over medium heat. Or lightly spray a ridged grill pan with nonstick cooking spray and heat over medium. Spray cut sides of nectarine halves with nonstick cooking spray. Grill 5 to 6 minutes or until lightly charred and tender, turning over once.
  3. To serve, in each dessert bowl, place 2 nectarine halves, cut sides up, and top with berry salsa.
Nutrition Info
146 Calories, 2 g Protein, 0 mg Cholesterol, 33 g Carbohydrates, 25 g Total sugars (6 g Added sugars), 5 g Fiber, 2 g Total fat (0 g sat), 294 mg Sodium, [nut:5] Vitamin C, [nut:1] Vitamin B3 (niacin), Vitamin E 

Grilled Salmon with Peach and Avocado Salsa

Grilled Salmon with Peach and Avocado Salsa
Prep Time
10 minutes/Cook Time: 10 minutes
Number of Servings
4
Ingredients

Salsa:

  • 2 cups peeled and chopped peaches
  • 1 avocado, diced
  • [q:1/2] cup grape tomatoes, halved
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice

Salmon:

  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon brown sugar
  • [q:1/2] teaspoon kosher salt
  • [q:1 1/2] teaspoons olive oil
  • 4 (6 to 8 ounce) salmon fillets
  • Lime wedges for serving
Directions
  1. Zest one of the limes. Juice the zested lime to yield 4 teaspoons of juice.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the lime zest, lime juice, avocado, strawberries, onion, cilantro, and salt to taste. Cut the remaining lime into wedges. Set the salsa and lime wedges aside separately.
  3. Prepare a grill to medium-high heat. Brush both sides of the salmon with oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Grill the salmon until just cooked through, about 4 minutes per side.
  4. Serve the salmon hot, with the salsa on top and the lime wedges on the side.
Nutrition Info
593 Calories, 43 g Protein, 109 mg Cholesterol, 16 g Carbohydrates, 8 g Total sugars (1 g Added sugars), 5 g Fiber, 41 g Total fat (8 g sat), 433 mg Sodium, [nutrition:5] Vitamin B3 (niacin), Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Vitamin D, Vitamin E, Phosphorus, [nutrition:4] Vitamin B1 (thiamine), [nutrition:3] Vitamin B2 (riboflavin), Vitamin C, [nutrition:2] Folate, Potassium, [nutrition:1] Vitamin A, Vitamin K, Magnesium, Zinc

Argentinean Grilled Vegetable Platter

Argentinean Grilled Vegetable Platter
Prep Time
30 minutes
Number of Servings
8 servings
Ingredients

Vegetables

  • 4 lb mixed seasonal garden vegetables, such as:
    • zucchini
    • yellow summer squash
    • romaine
    • tomatoes
    • eggplant
    • onions
  • Olive oil
  • Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

Chimichurri

  • 12 garlic cloves, chopped
  • [q:1 1/2] cups olive oil
  • [q:1 1/2] cups red wine vinegar
  • [q:3/4] cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 2 tsp dried oregano
  • 2 tsp hot pepper flakes
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper
Directions

Vegetables

  1. Halve zucchini, squash, and romaine lengthwise. Cut tomatoes, eggplant, and onions into 1-inch thick slices. Brush the cut side of the romaine with olive oil. Brush the other vegetables with oil on both sides. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Set aside.
  2. Prepare a hot fire in your grill.
  3. Grill eggplant and onions for 3 to 4 minutes per side, turning once, until charred on both sides.
  4. Place zucchini, squash, and romaine cut side down on the grill. Grill for about 4 minutes, until the cut side is charred and has nice grill marks.
  5. Grill tomatoes on one side for 3 to 4 minutes, until charred.
  6. Arrange vegetables on a platter and drizzle with chimichurri.

Chimichurri

  1. In a bowl, combine the garlic, olive oil, vinegar, parsley, oregano, hot pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Cover and let stand at room temperature for 1 day. (If you don’t have time to let the chimichurri stand for a day, transfer it to a small saucepan and warm over low heat to about 120º for 1 to 2 minutes and then let stand for about 1 hour to blend.) 
Nutrition Info
429 Calories, 3 g Protein, 14 g Carbohydrates, 7 g Total sugars (0 g Added sugars), 3 g Fiber, 41 g Total fat (6 g sat), 455 mg Sodium, [nutrition:5] Vitamin K, [nutrition:4] Vitamin C, Vitamin E, [nutrition:3] Vitamin B6, [nutrition:1] Vitamin B1 (thiamine), Vitamin B2 (riboflavin), Folate, Phosphorus, Potassium

Spicy Caribbean Marinade

Spicy Caribbean Marinade
Prep Time
10 minutes
Number of Servings
Makes [q:3/4] of a cup (Serves 4)
Ingredients
  • [q:2/3] cup pineapple juice
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 3 Tbsp oil
  • 2 Tbsp white vinegar
  • 2 tsp ground turmeric
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • [q:3/4] tsp ground cardamom
  • [q:1/4] tsp ground cayenne pepper
  • [q:1/2] tsp ground cumin
Directions
  1. Add all ingredients to a food processor fitted with a metal blade or a high speed blender. Process until well blended.
  2. Pour marinade over uncooked fish or chicken in a shallow glass dish. Turn to coat.
  3. Refrigerate for no more than 1 hour if marinating fish, and no more than 12 hours if marinating chicken.
Nutrition Info
Marinade only: 34 Calories, 1 g Protein, 0 mg Cholesterol, 8 g Carbohydrates, 4 g Total sugars (0 g Added sugars), 1 g Fiber, 0 g Total fat (0 g sat), 2 mg Sodium

Grilled Cauliflower with Mint and Parmesan

Grilled Cauliflower with Mint and Parmesan
Prep Time
30 minutes
Number of Servings
4
Ingredients

Chunky Almond Oil

  • 1 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 7 oz slivered blanched almonds

Grilled Cauliflower

  • 1 large head cauliflower
  • Kosher salt
  • 2 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • Leaves from 5 sprigs fresh mint, torn
  • 3 Tbsp Chunky Almond Oil
  • 2 oz Parmesan cheese, preferably shaved with a vegetable peeler, or grated
Directions

Chunky Almond Oil

  1. Heat oil with almonds in a small saucepan over low heat, stirring every couple of minutes or so, until almonds are evenly light brown in color and oil is highly fragrant.
  2. Cool oil to room temperature. Store it tightly covered in the refrigerator; the oil will congeal, so take it out about 20 minutes before you need it. It will keep for a couple of weeks in the fridge and can also be frozen for months.

Grilled Cauliflower

  1. Place whole head of cauliflower in a large pot and cover it with cold water. Season generously with salt and place over high heat. Bring to a boil and then turn off heat and let sit for 5 minutes. Gently remove cauliflower, set it upside down on kitchen towels, and let it drain fully.
  2. Drizzle cauliflower with oil and place it floret side down on the grill, directly over the coals of a medium fire. Cover grill and cook until florets begin to caramelize, about 15 minutes, depending on the intensity of the fire. Do not move cauliflower, as it will break apart. If you need to adjust the heat, simply rotate the grill grate so cauliflower is farther from the fire.
  3. Transfer cauliflower to a serving platter. Garnish with mint, drizzle with Chunky Almond Oil, and top with Parmesan.
  4. Serve cauliflower immediately as a whole head so that people can easily spoon off sections at the table.
Nutrition Info
215 Calories, 8 g Protein, 10 mg Cholesterol, 8 g Carbohydrates, 3 g Total sugars (0 g Added sugars), 3 g Fiber, 17 g Total fat (4 g sat), 388 mg Sodium, [nutrition:5] Vitamin C, [nutrition:2] Vitamin B6, Vitamin K, Calcium, Folate, Phosphorus, [nutrition:1] Vitamin B2 (riboflavin), Vitamin E, Potassium

Buffalo Chicken Burger

Buffalo Chicken Burger
Prep Time
25 minutes
Number of Servings
4
Ingredients
  • 3 Tbsp light mayonnaise
  • 3 Tbsp plain nonfat Greek yogurt
  • [q:3/4] tsp onion powder, divided
  • [q:1/2] tsp garlic salt, divided
  • [q:1/4] tsp ground black pepper, divided
  • 1 lb ground chicken breast*
  • 3 Tbsp dry breadcrumbs
  • 1 large egg white
  • 3 Tbsp hot wing sauce
  • 2 tsp butter
  • 4 whole-wheat hamburger buns
  • 4 green leaf lettuce leaves
  • [q:1/4] cup grated carrot
Directions
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, yogurt, [q:1/4] teaspoon each of onion powder and garlic salt, and [q:1/8] teaspoon black pepper. Set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, combine chicken, breadcrumbs, egg white, [q:1/2] teaspoon onion powder, [q:1/4] teaspoon garlic salt, and [q:1/8] teaspoon black pepper. Do not overmix. Divide mixture into four portions, and flatten to form patties.
  3. Spray a large, nonstick skillet with cooking spray, and place over medium-high heat. Add patties to pan, and cook for 4 to 5 minutes on each side, or until almost cooked through. Add hot sauce, butter, and 2 tablespoons of water to skillet and stir (around burgers) to combine. Cover pan, and cook over medium heat for 2 minutes. Uncover, flip burgers, and cook until burgers are glazed with sauce.
  4. Warm buns, place a lettuce leaf on bottom of each half, add a burger, top with [q:1 1/2] tablespoons of spread, and garnish with grated carrot. Cover and enjoy!
Nutrition Info
343 Calories, 33 g Protein, 89 mg Cholesterol, 26 g Carbohydrates, 5 g Total sugars (0 g Added sugars), 2 g Fiber, 12 g Total fat (3 g sat), 673 mg Sodium, [nut:5] Vitamin B3 (niacin), Vitamin B6, [nut:4] Phosphorus, [nut:3] Vitamin B1 (thiamine), Vitamin B2 (riboflavin), [nut:2] Folate, [nut:1] Vitamin A, Vitamin B12, Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Iron, Magnesium, Potassium, Zinc

Grilled Veggie Burgers

Grilled Veggie Burgers
Prep Time
35 minutes, plus 1 hour chill time
Number of Servings
4 large burgers
Ingredients
  • 2 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, divided
  • 1 shallot or small onion, minced
  • 1 clove garlic, grated on a Microplane grater or very finely minced
  • 2 Tbsp chopped walnuts
  • 2 tsp smoked sweet paprika
  • 4 pitted prunes, roughly chopped
  • 1 medium beet, boiled in water to cover until tender, peeled, and shredded on the large holes of a box grater
  • 2 Tbsp red wine vinegar
  • 2 cups cooked brown rice (follow instructions on the package)
  • 1 (15-oz) can black beans, drained and briefly rinsed
  • 3 Tbsp oat bran or instant oatmeal
  • 1 large egg (optional)
  • Kosher salt
  • 4 brioche buns, toasted
Directions
  1. Heat [q:1 1/2] tablespoons of the oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Cook shallot and garlic until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add walnuts and paprika, toss to combine, and cook 1 more minute. Add prunes, shredded beet, and vinegar. Stir to combine and remove from heat.
  2. In a large bowl, combine beet mixture with rice, beans, oat bran, and egg, if using; season generously with salt. Stir with some force to mash most of beans and rice into a tacky paste that still has some chunks. Taste for seasoning and adjust if necessary.
  3. Chill mixture for at least an hour.
  4. Form chilled mixture into four patties, each about 1-inch thick. Brush patties with remaining [q:1/2] tablespoon olive oil, and then sear them directly over the coals of a medium fire flavored with a few wood chips. When patties begin to crisp and brown, carefully flip them over and cook for another few minutes.
  5. Rotate grill grate so patties are away from the fire, and cover the grill to heat them all the way through, about 5 minutes. Meanwhile, toast buns over the fire.
  6. Serve veggie patties on toasted brioche buns.
Nutrition Info
 395 Calories, 15g Protein, 62 g Carbohydrates, 13 g Fiber, 11g Total fat, 70 mg Sodium. [nutrition:2] Manganese, Folate, and Magnesium.

Grilled Scallop and Cherry Tomato Skewers

Grilled Scallop and Cherry Tomato Skewers
Prep Time
25 minutes + 30 minutes soak time for skewers
Number of Servings
4
Ingredients
  • 8 (8 inch) bamboo skewers
  • 16 large sea scallops ([q:1 1/4] lb)
  • 1 lemon
  • 2 Tbsp olive oil
  • 2 Tbsp Dijon mustard
  • [q:1/8] tsp salt
  • 24 cherry tomatoes
Directions
  1. Soak skewers in hot water at least 30 minutes. Prepare outdoor grill for direct grilling over medium heat.
  2. Meanwhile, pull off and discard tough crescent-shaped muscle, if any, from each scallop. Rinse scallops well to remove sand from crevices and pat dry with paper towels.
  3. From lemon, grate [q:1 1/2] teaspoons of peel and squeeze 1 tablespoon of juice. In a small bowl, whisk lemon peel and juice, oil, Dijon, and salt until blended. Set aside.
  4. Thread 3 tomatoes and 2 scallops alternately on each skewer, beginning and ending with tomatoes.
  5. Brush scallops and tomatoes with half of Dijon mixture; place on hot grill grate. Cook 7 to 9 minutes, turning several times. Brush with remaining Dijon mixture, and cook 5 minutes longer or until scallops are just opaque throughout.
Nutrition Info
188 Calories, 21 g Protein, 14.5 g Carbohydrates, 1 g Fiber, 340 mg Sodium. [nutrition:2] Vitamin B12.

Bean Burgers

Bean Burgers
Number of Servings
Serves 6
Ingredients
  • 1 (15-ounce) can kidney beans
  • 1 to 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats, as needed
  • [q:1/2] cup all-purpose flour
  • [q:1/4] cup vegan egg substitute
  • [q:1/2] cup roughly chopped white mushrooms
  • [q:1/2] cup roughly chopped red onion
  • 1 carrot, shredded
  • [q:1/2] cup roughly chopped red bell pepper
  • 4 cloves garlic, peeled and pressed
  • 4 fresh basil leaves, chopped roughly
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 2 Tbsp chopped fresh parsley leaves
  • [q:1/4] cup well-chopped sun-dried tomatoes
  • 2 Tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 Tbsp soy sauce
  • Vegan focaccia bread, for serving
Directions
  1. In a food processor, combine all the ingredients, except the focaccia. Pulse until just coarsely chopped, adding more oatmeal as needed (start with 1 c), until the mixture holds together when you make a patty.
  2. Chill the mixture for an hour. Shape into patties about 1⁄2 inch thick and about 4 inches in diameter. Chill the patties on a plastic wrap–covered platter for at least 3 hours.
  3. Heat a broiler and a grill to medium-high. Broil the patties about 5 inches from the heat source for 4 to 6 minutes, or until lightly browned (watch them closely, as times may vary), checking to make sure the ingredients are holding together well. Broiling first will help to prevent them from falling apart on the grill.
  4. Using a grilling screen if desired, transfer the patties to the heated grill and grill for 2 to 3 minutes, turning once.
  5. Serve at once, with the focaccia bread.
Nutrition Info
547 Calories, 27 g Protein, 0 mg Cholesterol, 97 g Carbohydrates, 6 g Total sugars (0 g Added sugars), 22 g Fiber, 7 g Total fat (1 g sat), 562 mg Sodium, [nutrition:5] Vitamin B1 (thiamine), Folate, Iron, Phosphorus, [nutrition:4] Magnesium, [nutrition:3] Vitamin B2 (riboflavin), Vitamin B3 (niacin), Vitamin B6, Vitamin K, Potassium, Zinc, [nutrition:2] Vitamin C, Calcium, [nutrition:1] Vitamin A, Vitamin E