Vegetables

Whole roasted cauliflower provides a substantial and hearty main course for vegetarians at a holiday feast, instead of salad and pasta. This recipe is versatile enough to vary the marinade with seasons or specific holidays. Use sour cream and cinnamon and pumpkin pie spice during Thanksgiving for a festive feel. Add orange juice in the marinade for a Christmassy feel.

The finished product tastes great but also provides a beautiful presentation on the dinner table. Serve it in the same cast iron pan that it is roasted in for a rustic look.

Black eyed peas and spinach are a very comforting and nutritious combination. I like to eat this curry with a brown rice or any grain, like quinoa or millets. This version has coconut milk, but you can use dairy or plant-based milk that works for you. However, please note that oatmilk or any other milk will change the taste of the dish a bit.

Cooking greens is a great way to consume large amounts of leafy vegetables by seasoning them and making them last longer. Cooked greens have a longer shelf life than raw greens and are easier to consume.

This recipe is a south Indian style stir fry that is quick to cook and can be eaten with rice or bread or added to a grain bowl with some cucumbers and tomatoes.

The same process can also be used to cook other vegetables like shredded cabbage, green beans or a mix of all with a handful of peas.