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Couscous Pilaf With Shallots, Garlic and Almonds

Couscus is a super-quick side dish. For only a few minutes of extra effort you will get a much better flavor. This came from Marcus Walser in Cook's Illustrated. It was recipe of the week in The Week magazine....

Author: Kumquat the Cats fr

Vegan Curry Quinoa Salad

The original recipe was a non-vegan version I found at another food website. I've made some major overhauls to the original recipe, I feel that I can call it my own. I took the dish to a recent vegan potluck...

Author: A Korean

Plain Bulgur

Bulgur is a light whole wheat grain that is a good substitute for rice. It can be cooked or soaked. *I prefer cooked but am posting direction to both here. Have a friend that is new to whole grain cooking...

Author: Debbwl

Meatball Surprise (Cheddar Cheese Filled Meatballs in Gravy)

Great on their own as an appetizer or served for dinner with salad and mashed potatoes. Watkins meat magic can be ordered online at www.watkinsonline.com

Author: littleturtle

Goat Cheese and Tart Apple on French Bread Appetizer

Very simple appetizer with a gormet feel. The tart apples and the goat cheese go together very well. Your guests will come back for seconds! I got this recipe from my "France Monthly" newsletter.

Author: Wish I Could Cook

Scottish Salmon on Cabbage with Mushroom Vinaigrette

This elegant recipe is by Jeff Bland, executive head chef of the Balmoral Hotel, Princess Street, Edinburgh.

Author: Millereg

Baked Farro & Butternut Squash

Make and share this Baked Farro & Butternut Squash recipe from Food.com.

Author: tapuz

Crunchy Shrimp With Toasted Couscous & Ginger Orange Sauce

Grand Prize Winner/Entrees in the first annual Cooking Light Ultimate Reader Recipe Contest, where she received a $10,000 prize and a $5000 family vacation. Courtesy of Karen Tedesco, Webster Groves, Mo....

Author: Manami

Pear and Avocado Quinoa Salad

A delicious combination of chopped pears, avocado, quinoa and cheese to make a nutritious meal with lots of lean protein and healthy fats.

Author: Lyss the nutritioni

Caribbean Beef Barley Soup With Vegetables

This recipe makes use of the inexpensive beef shank, but you can use another cut of beef, if you like. Oxtail would work nicely. This recipe is made in a pressure cooker, but you could use a Dutch oven...

Author: threeovens

Warm Rice, Artichoke, Spinach, and Chicken Salad

This is a recipe I came up with after looking at a few other recipes and not finding the perfect combination for what I wanted. This uses a rice cooker so please make it easy on yourself and buy one if...

Author: Kameron

Quinoa Pork Soup Sopa De Quinua Con Chancho Ecuador

This is one of the oldest soups made in South America, dating back to the time of the Inca empire. This is a very tasty and nutritious soup. From The South American Table, by Maria Baez Kijac. This is...

Author: Pesto lover

Fiesta Mexican Soft Tacos

What's so great about this taco recipe is how smoothly the flavors of beans, salsa, peppers, brown rice and cheese come together. It's easy to make, too!

Author: My Food and Family

WW Farro Salad With Tomatoes and Balsamic Vinegar

This recipe came in one of my Weight Watchers flyers and once I was able to find the Farro I gave it a try. I enjoy healthy grains and is a protein rich grain with a nutty flavor, slightly chewy. And only...

Author: Bonnie G 2

Portuguese Millet and Grilled Pepper Salad, O Milhete E Salada A

Make and share this Portuguese Millet and Grilled Pepper Salad, O Milhete E Salada A recipe from Food.com.

Author: Elmotoo

Puffy Taco Shells

I actually saw these made on Bobby Flay's "Throwdown" on the Food Network and couldn't resist reposting this for future use. They're simple to make and are a great way to mix things up on Taco Night!

Author: Cynna

Quinoa En Salpicon

Make and share this Quinoa En Salpicon recipe from Food.com.

Author: drhousespcatcher

Carrot, Chickpea and Quinoa Melange

You must try this wonderful combination of flavors. It provides lots of protein for vegetarians, but it's also a great side dish for a simple grilled meat entree. I think you could substitute rice for...

Author: Geema

Hush Puppy Corn Cakes

Over at Cheap Healthy Good (http://tinyurl.com/nnj2oe), Kris tried making hush puppies from a recipe in _Food & Wine_. In an effort to reduce the fat, she tried pan frying them - but they immediately spread...

Author: DrGaellon

Couscous Salad With Butternut Squash and Cranberries

From the Kitchn blog. Good, healthy stuff! This salad can be served room temperature or cold. Leftovers will keep refrigerated for up to a week. The original recipe adds 3 oz of goat cheese.

Author: lolablitz

Quinoa Stuffed Mushrooms

Adapted from a recipe I found in a store magazine. I had these today and they were yummy, not to mention healthy. Quinoa contains 5g of protein, 3g of fiber and only 1g of sugar per 1/4 cup and its also...

Author: LizAnn

Autumn Millet Casserole

This looks like a yum Thanksgiving side - especially since the grains are so tasty. Biggest thing is to steam the millet tender, adding more liquid if needed after the first 45 minutes coking beneath the...

Author: Busters friend

Italian Bread Crumbs(Low Sodium)

So tasty and low in salt. Try this as a topping to add a little crunch and flavor to a casserole or some veggies! this would also make a great gift! Adapted from Low Sodium Cooking.

Author: Sharon123

Confetti Rice Salad

This confetti rice salad recipe might appear to require lots of slicing and dicing, but truth be told, all the veggies can probably be prepped in less than 15 minutes. In fact, this would be a great recipe...

Author: Chef John

Southwest Barley Salad

This barley salad makes tasty use of nutritious ingredients. It's a nice "change of pace" side dish that goes well with just about any kind of meat or can serve as a meatless salad as well. Originally...

Author: Leslie in Texas

Quinoa Salad With Mango and Avacado

Make and share this Quinoa Salad With Mango and Avacado recipe from Food.com.

Author: Paris D

Spanish Oats

This recipe was adapted from the Oat Cuisine Cookbook. I spiced it up a bit for a more southwestern taste. I fix this instead of Spanish rice.

Author: PaulaG

Low Fat Thanksgiving Day Stuffing

Traditional flavor with minimum dietary impact. TIP: if you like crusty stuffing, remove foil the last 15 minutes of baking.

Author: iching53

Quinoa, Couscous, and Farro Salad with Summer Vegetables

This light and delicious salad is packed with protein, vitamins, and fiber. I tried this while visiting a resort in Marco Island and could not wait to recreate it myself. This salad is the perfect dish...

Author: Chrissy Gaynor

Amanda's Quinoa Salad

This is my stepdaughter Amanda's concoction, I had it once and was hooked! Keep it in the fridge all the time!

Author: Catherine Tobin

Asian Ratatouille With Couscous

I served this flavorful side dish with Recipe #408963 at a dinner party. It plated up so elegantly. This is a Ming Tsai recipe that was prepared on the Today show that I just had to try.

Author: CarolAT

Wheat Berry Vegetable Salad (Anna Olson)

A fresh, healthy, and easy salad. I love the recipes from her cooking show, "Fresh with Anna Olson" where she cooks with the philosophy, "eat fresh, eat local".

Author: blucoat

Quinoa Tomato Salad

I had this in the bistro part of an organic food store in Colonia many years ago, and it was so good and simple that I've made it over and over again since then. In place of the large chopped tomatoes...

Author: Mia in Germany

Quinoa Salad with Roasted Yams

This is an all-time favorite of my friends and family! Add some roasted beets and Romanesco broccoli if desired.

Author: Irene K. Wong

Lemon and Parsley Couscous

Make and share this Lemon and Parsley Couscous recipe from Food.com.

Author: Sonya01

Classic Minnesota Wild Rice Salad

Everyone really enjoys this salad; it features wild rice, chicken, and cashews along with plump juicy red grapes. Besides wild rice, the real star of this salad is the dressing that uses curry powder to...

Author: Scott Newell

Chicken Quinoa Salad

I threw this recipe together based off a pasta salad I liked. I wanted something with quinoa to make it a little healthier. Very delicious!

Author: Mendy

Barley With Mushrooms and Green Beans

This dish, with hearty mushrooms and a soupy sauce, is a great way to get whole grain into your diet. It would make a fabulous side dish for a roast beef or roasted chicken. If olive oil is substituted...

Author: DrGaellon

Steamed Lentils With Saffron

Make and share this Steamed Lentils With Saffron recipe from Food.com.

Author: Charlotte J

Baked Couscous With Tomato and Pesto

Make and share this Baked Couscous With Tomato and Pesto recipe from Food.com.

Author: katew

Mom's Thanksgiving Stuffing

Most Americans no doubt love their family's traditional Thanksgiving stuffing. Here's my mom's recipe that I have used and adapted for many years. It's always been my favorite part of the holiday meal....

Author: rochsann

Fried Cornmeal Mush

Old southern favorite. Great side dish, also some people enjoy this for their breakfast with maple syrup poured over the top.

Author: Gloria

Bulgur Salad With Edamame and Cherry Tomatoes

Cooking Light. June 2009. Round out the meal with grilled chicken, lemony hummus, and toasted 100 percent whole-wheat pita wedges. Note time does not include "resting" time.

Author: dicentra

Yellow Broth

This is one of many versions of this famous Northern Irish soup, which is both thickened with, and given its flavor by, oatmeal. It's the perfect soup to serve on a really cold winter's day, garnished...

Author: kitty.rock

Daal Bengali Lentil Soup

Traditional lentil soup, of Bengali origin. Staple of our cuisine, easy, delicious and nutritious. Can be served with ghee, or clarified butter, for extra richness, but perfectly fine and healthier without...

Author: Chef Zbaby

Iranian Barley Soup

Make and share this Iranian Barley Soup recipe from Food.com.

Author: winkki

Stuffed Red Peppers With Quinoa, Provolone and Walnuts

From the Star Tribune, this is a hearty dish. Quinoa makes an interesting change from rice in the stuffed peppers.

Author: sunflame13

Microwave Cornmeal Mielie Pap With Sheba

This is a great side dish which is a staple in South African homes. It is a quick and easy substitute for mashed potatoes, and is great with barbequed meat - braaivleis. Sheba is a rich tomato gravy which...

Author: Debbie Boere Vrou

Spelt Flour Flatbread

You can find Spelt flour at most stores that sell bulk grains or at health food stores. The amount of water you add will determine the thickness of your end product, from a pancake to a crepe. They work...

Author: Chief Jack