Smoked Broccolini with Shallots and Almonds

PrintSmoked Broccolini with Shallots and AlmondsAuthor Kristen OlsonYield 4 servings Ingredients1 cup mesquite wood chips1 bunch broccolini1 small shallot, sliced1 Tablespoon olive oil¼ teaspoon coarse Kosher saltPinch pepper1 Tablespoon fresh lemon zest¼ cup roughly chopped Marcona almondsInstructionsSoak wood chips in 2 cups water for 1 hour; drain. Place wet wood chips in a smoker box … Continued

Marinated and Seared Zucchini and Eggplant

PrintMarinated and Seared Zucchini and EggplantAuthor Kristen OlsonYield 4 servings Ingredients5 Tablespoons olive oil, divided1 small zucchini, trimmed and halved lengthwise1 small summer squash, trimmed and halved lengthwise1 small eggplant, trimmed and halved lengthwise¼ cup chopped fresh parsley¼ cup chopped fresh basil2 Tablespoons white wine vinegar1 Tablespoon fresh lemon juice2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced½ teaspoon … Continued

Grilled Brined Carrots and Beets with Yogurt Dill Sauce

PrintGrilled Brined Carrots and Beets with Yogurt Dill SauceAuthor Kristen OlsonYield 4 servings IngredientsFor the Brined Vegetables4 cups water3 Tablespoons coarse kosher salt2 bay leaves¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes½ pound carrots, scrubbed, trimmed, and halved lengthwise½ pound beets, scrubbed, trimmed, and cut into 6 wedgesFor the Yogurt Dill Sauce1 cup plain full fat yogurt¼ cup … Continued

Watermelon Tomato Agua Fresca

PrintWatermelon Tomato Agua FrescaAuthor Kristen OlsonYield 6 servings Ingredients8 cups cubed watermelon1 pound ripe medium tomatoes, halved and cored¼ cup chopped fresh mint¼ cup fresh lime juicePinch of salt2 cups cold waterTomato slice, watermelon wedge and mint sprig, if desiredInstructionsIn a blender, puree watermelon, tomatoes, mint,  lime juice and a pinch of salt until very … Continued

Summer Fattoush Salad

  PrintSummer Fattoush SaladAuthor Kristen OlsonYield 4 servings A twist on the traditional fattoush salad with lettuce, spiralized zucchini, radishes, sliced cucumber, and halved cherry tomatoes.  IngredientsFor the Pita Chips:4 pitas or pita pockets, cut into small wedges¼ cup olive oil1 garlic clove, finely chopped1 Tablespoon sumac½ teaspoon coarse kosher saltFor the Salad:1 heart of … Continued

Heirloom Tomato Burrata Pizza

PrintHeirloom Tomato Burrata PizzaAuthor Kristen OlsonYield 6 servings IngredientsFor the Arugula Pesto:2 cups baby arugula2½ Tablespoons olive oil2 Tablespoons fresh lemon juice¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese2 Tablespoons pine nuts1 clove garlic, roughly chopped¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper¼ teaspoon saltFor the Tomato and Burrata Pizza:1 package (8 ounces) homemade or store-bought pizza dough, brought to … Continued

Balsamic Tomato Compote with Vanilla Ice Cream

PrintBalsamic Tomato Compote with Vanilla Ice CreamAuthor Kristen OlsonYield 12 servings Ingredients2 pints cherry tomatoes, halved¾ cup sugar½ cup waterPinch of salt2 Tablespoons balsamic vinegar1 pint vanilla ice creamSprig fresh basil for garnishInstructionsCombine tomatoes, sugar, water and salt in a heavy medium saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring often.Reduce heat and simmer, … Continued

Brussels & Harissa Naan Pizza

PrintBrussels & Harissa Naan Pizza Ingredients2 pieces of naan bread15 Brussels sprouts, halved and blanched for 5 minutes1 cup tomato sauce2Tablespoon harissa paste½ cup green olives, halved1 preserved lemon, thinly sliced½ cup crumbled feta cheesePinch of chili flakes InstructionsPreheat grill to medium heat.Mix harissa and tomato sauce together and spread over naan. Top naan with sprouts, … Continued

Lemon, Asparagus & Arugula Naan Pizza

PrintLemon, Asparagus & Arugula Naan Pizza Ingredients2 pieces of naan bread8 oz. fresh ricotta cheeseZest of 1 lemonJuice of 1 lemonKosher salt and black pepper8 stalks asparagus, cut into 1-inch pieces and blanched for 2 minutes 3 Tablespoons olive oil4 cups fresh arugula InstructionsPreheat grill to medium heat.Mix ricotta, lemon zest and 1 tablespoon lemon juice in a … Continued