Delicio Recipe List

This recipe serves a large group and is perfect for picnics. There are plenty of calorie-dense foods available at picnics so everyone will appreciate this healthy lower-calorie option. This easy, but impressive, vegetable dish is so naturally delicious, there's no need to add much seasoning ;o) Ingredients: 3 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed 3 medium vidalia sweet onions, peeled and cut into wedges 3 medium zucchini, peeled and cubed 3 yellow squash, peeled and cubed 16 ounces baby bella mushrooms, ends and stems cut off 10 ounces grape tomatoes 1/4 cup olive oil 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon salt Directions : Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Line 2-3 baking sheets with aluminum foil; lightly spray with cooking spray. Clean and cut vegetables, as specified in ingredient list.  Whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic, salt and pepper. Coat each group of vegetables lightly with olive oil mixture. Place groups of vege...

This Cauliflower Rice is a mild tasting and healthy dish that you can serve with nearly any main entree. It's a perfect low carb alternative to rice ~ and tastier! Ingredients : 1 large head cauliflower 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 large carrot, shredded and diced into small pieces 1/2 cup vegetable broth 2 green onion, remove stringy root ends and any damaged leaves; and thinly slice white onion and dark green leaves (keep separate) 1 handfull cilantro 3/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper Directions: Cut cauliflower and remove the center core; grate cauliflower with food processor or on medium holes of box grater. Use paper towels to remove as much moisture as possible. Melt olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and cook a minute, while stirring continuously. Add cauliflower, carrot pieces, white onion and vegetable broth; cook, while continuing to stir, until a few bubbles form around edges.  Cover with lid, reduce heat and simmer for abou...

This is such an easy and delicious side dish. Now that I've figured out how to peel butternut squash, it's my new favorite winter vegetable. The squash is paired with brussels sprouts ~ in my opinion, there's only way one to eat brussels sprouts and that's roasted. The browned caramelized leeks add a nice light onion taste to the dish.  Other than salt and pepper, no seasoning required ;o) Ingredients : 1 large butternut squash, peeled, seeded, and cut into bite-sized pieces (see note below) 8 ounces brussels sprouts, halved 1 leek, thinly sliced Salt and pepper to taste Directions : Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Line large baking sheet with aluminum foil; spray foil with cooking spray. Arrange squash, brussels sprouts, and leeks on baking sheet; spray vegetables lightly with cooking spray and season with salt and pepper. Roast in preheated oven about 35 minutes or until squash is soft and  brussels sprouts are browned. Transfer to baking dish and add a dash of additio...

Yield: 4 servings Ingredients : 4 medium sweet potatoes 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 teaspoon sugar 1 teaspoon cinnamon Salt and pepper to taste Directions : Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Line large baking sheet with aluminum foil and spray lightly with cooking spray. Combine sugar and cinnamon together in small bowl. Place sweet potatoes on baking sheet (single layer). Drizzle with olive oil. Sprinkle with cinnamon sugar and salt and pepper. Roast 35-40 minutes or until tender.

This slightly sweet & slightly spicy cole slaw makes a refreshing side dish for almost any meal. It includes Sir Kensington's Sriracha Mayonnaise, but you can substitute a good quality mayonnaise with 2 teaspoons of Sriracha (a type of hot sauce made from a paste of chili peppers and vinegar) or any hot sauce. Cole Slaw ingredients: 1 small head cabbage, finely shredded 3 stalks celery, finely shredded 3 medium carrots, finely shredded 1/4 cup radishes, finely shredded 1 large granny smith apple, small diced 1 bunch green onions, chopped 1/2 cup golden raisins Dressing ingredients : 1/2 cup Sir Kensington's Sriracha Mayonnaise  1/4 cup rice vinegar 2 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil 1 Tbsp raw honey 1 tsp salt 1/2 tsp pepper Clean produce; peel carrots and apple. Cut cabbage, celery and carrots in 2 inch pieces and shred, along with the whole radishes, in a food processor (or grater or chef's knife). Transfer the shredded veggies to a large bowl.  Small dice deseeded granny ...

It wouldn't be a picnic without potato salad! This is a bit healthier than traditional potato salad... in addition to potatoes, eggs, celery and onion, it includes cucumbers and red bell peppers  ~ and it's not drenched in mayonnaise. Instead of using a low-fat mayo or salad dressing, I prefer using a smaller amount of a good quality mayonnaise, such as Sir Kensington's. And the spiracha gives the potato salad a slightly spicy kick. Ingredients: 2 pounds yukon potatoes, peeled and quartered 6 large eggs 1/2 large cucumber, medium diced 1/2 large red bell pepper, small diced 1/2 small onion, small diced 3 stalks of celery, small diced 2 Tbsp sweet relish 1/2 cup good quality mayonnaise (more, if desired) 2 tsp spiracha or other hot chili sauce Salt and pepper to taste Dash of smoked paprika Directions: Place peeled potatoes into a large pan and cover with salted water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover pan with lid and cook potatoes in gently boiling water until ten...

In the mood for a light, healthy and refreshing meal tonight? Sweet potatoes, guacamole and pickled shallot, splashed with lime, make this  crispy baked corn tostadas a real winner!  There are a few steps to this recipe ~ but it's well worth the little extra effort. Serves 2 Guacamole Ingredients 1 ripe avocado 1 lime, juiced 1 handful fresh cilantro, chopped 1 small yellow onion, chopped 1 clove garlic, minced Salt and pepper to taste Tostadas Ingredients 4 corn tortillas 1 shallot, thinly sliced 1/2 Tbsp pure cane sugar 1/2 lime, juiced (reserve other 1/2 to serve on the side) 2 large sweet potatoes 1 tsp garlic powder 1 tsp smoked paprika 1/2 tsp salt 1/8 tsp pepper to taste 2 ounces arugula 2 Tbsp goat cheese Instructions: Preheat oven to 450 degrees. In a small bowl, combine garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt and pepper and stir until combined.  Peel and slice sweet potatoes. Place sweet potatoes on baking sheet covered with aluminum foil. Drizzle with olive oil and...

There's no good reason to keep quinoa out of your diet!  It's actually a seed but has the same benefits of a whole grain food. Julie Wilcox's article,  7 Benefits of Quinoa: The Supergrain of the Future, lists quinoa's many health benefits, including: 1) it's high in fiber content, with almost twice as much fiber as most grains; 2) it's a complete protein, which means it has all nine essential amino acids; and 3) it's rich in manganese, an antioxidant. Quinoa has a texture that's similar to couscous ~ light and fluffy so it works well as a base for many veggie recipes. This quinoa dish is flavored with a garlicky lemony dressing and includes a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little kick and toasted almonds for a little extra crunch. A light, healthy and delicious dish! Tip: Cut the  brussels sprouts thin to make this a really eloquent looking dish. Serves 4 Ingredients 1 cup quinoa, rinsed 1/4 cup thinly sliced almonds 1 lemon 1 bunch green onion, thinl...

One  of my daughter's favorite places to eat is the North Market in Columbus, Ohio, and her favorite eatery at the North Market is Little Eater. They have a wide variety of delicious vegetarian options. Instead of ordering a main entree, you can choose as many side dishes as your little heart (and belly) desires.  I love the food too, but I have to admit, my favorite thing about going to the North Market is eating on the upper floor so I can look down at the operations of Destination Donuts , a little donut shop, where you can watch bakers knead the dough, shape the donuts - and dip the fried donut tops in a variety of toppings, like salty caramel & toasted pecans, triple berry cardamom and kiwi strawberry. It's a natural thing for my husband and both of my daughters to want to eat healthy, but for me, it's definitely more of a challenge. Okay, back to this recipe... This is my take on one of Little Eater's vegetarian side dishes. Sweet potatoes pair up nicely with...

Do you know anyone that doesn't like mac n' cheese?!!! When I fix a big meal for guests, sometimes I include it as an extra just in case someone doesn't care for the main entree. The basic mac n' cheese recipes on macaroni boxes are always pretty good ~ if you're selling macaroni, you're going to make sure you include a great recipe on the box, right? But if you're looking for an extra special recipe, try this one ~ It includes sharp cheddar,  gruyere, and asiago cheeses.  And if you prefer a healthier version, use whole wheat pasta and/or add 1 cup of cooked veggies (e.g., peas, chopped broccoli or carrots). This recipe is as easy to make as traditional mac n' cheese, but tastier?? Serves 8  Ingredients 1/4 cup unsalted butter 1/3 cup all purpose flour 3 cups milk 8 ounces sharp cheddar 4 ounces gruyer 4 ounces asiago 1/2 tsp salt  1/2 tsp cayenne pepper 16 ounce macaroni or penne 1/2 cup buttered  breadcrumbs Additional salt and pepper to taste,...

This is one of my vegetarian daughter's ?? favorite side dishes. Actually, they make a great snack too! Instead of using canned chickpeas, I like to cook them fresh ~ they hold their shape better and have a "cleaner" taste. It takes a couple of extra hours (1 hour to soak and at least another hour to cook), but well worth it! 2 cans chickpeas (or soak and cook dried chickpeas in advance) 1 Tbsp olive oil 1 tsp ground cumin 2 tsps chili flakes 1 tsp smoked paprika Salt and pepper to taste Preheat oven to 450 degrees.  Rinse and drain chickpeas.   Combine all seasonings in a small bowl and mix well.  Add 1 tablespoon olive oil to a bowl with lid or quart size plastic bag; add seasonings and combine well. Add chickpeas, place lid on bowl (or seal bag) and toss until chickpeas are evenly covered with mixture. Place chickpeas (single layer) on baking sheet covered with parchment or wax paper.  Bake in preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until crunchy. And then enjoy these t...

Try this quick side with Mexican Tacos (recipe also located under Healthy Options tab). Serves 8 (1/2 cup servings)  Ingredients 4 cups cabbage, shredded 1/2  cup radishes, shredded 1/2 cup carrots, shredded 3 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil  1/4 cup green onions or leeks, very thinly sliced 1 clove garlic, minced Juice from a lime, about 2 Tbsp 1 Tbsp pure cane sugar (or granulated) 1 Tbsp apple cider vinegar Salt and pepper to taste Combine shredded cabbage, radishes, and carrots in medium bowl; toss until well blended. Set aside.  Whisk olive oil and balance of ingredients together in a small bowl. Pour olive oil mixture over cabbage mixture. Toss until well blended. Refrigerate at least 1 1/2 hours before serving.

Serves 3 - 4 Salad Ingredients 2   ripe avocados 1 broccoli head Handful of fresh cilantro 2 limes  Dressing Ingredients 1 Tbsp tahini 2 Tbsp olive oil 1 tsp tamari 1 tsp honey or pure maple syrup Dash of salt Slice the broccoli into small, bite-sized pieces and steam them for about 7 minutes, until cooked but a little crunchy. Place aside to cool. Slice the avocados in half, peel and remove seeds. Then slice the flesh into small cubes.  Chop the cilantro into tiny pieces and mix with the avocado and broccoli in a bowl. Squeeze lime juice over avocado and broccoli. Mix salad ingredients together and pour over the avocado and broccoli.  ~ adapted from   deliciouslyella.com

This recipe is from my sister's mother-in-law and is a hands-down favorite with my family! Dot would tell us to add enough broth until we think we've added enough, and then add a little bit more (we like our dressing moist ;o) Ingredients 1 loaf white bread, dried out and cut into 1" pieces 1/2 cup butter 1 cup celery, chopped 1 cup onion, chopped 2 cups homemade turkey broth (see below) or low sodium chicken broth 1 teaspoon poultry seasoning 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper 1 egg, slightly beaten Turkey Broth Ingredients 1 quart water 1 carrot, peeled 1 stalk celery, trimmed 1 yellow onion, skin removed and cut in half 2-3 whole peppercorns Bay leaf Salt and pepper to taste If bread has not been dried out, arrange bread in single layer on baking sheet and bake at 275 degrees until dried out, about one hour.  Keep oven temperature at 275 degrees.  Break up bread into 1 inch pieces; place in a large bowl and set aside. If making homemade broth : Bring water to a boil in...