Tag Archives: Vegetable
Quinoa and Grilled Zucchini
I’ve made this recipe twice, the second time (as pictured) I had to use couscous as both my local supermarkets were out of quinoa. Quinoa is pronounced keen-wah and is actually a seed but looks a lot like couscous. Where it … Continue reading
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Lentil and Broccoli Salad
We need more legumes in our lives. Eat legumes with grains to create a complete protein.* Complete proteins occur naturally in meat and eggs, etc., but most beans, veggies, grains and the like contain incomplete proteins. Some cultures have been combining … Continue reading
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Spinach and Cheese Pie
This was a throw-things-together-and-see-what-happens pie. Turned out well! I sauteed one 250g packet frozen spinach with some chopped leek, then mixed it with two 250g tubs of light/low-fat ricotta, a little grated Parmesan, whatever was left of a packet of grated … Continue reading
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Potato and Leek Soup
Potato and Leek Soup Adapted from recipe in Woman’s Day magazine, July 2009 Ingredients 1/2 bulb garlic, chopped 4 large potatoes, peeled and chopped 1 leek, trimmed, washed and sliced 2 bay leaves 6 cups stock or water 1/2 cup … Continue reading
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Green Velvet Soup
Not to be confused with this green velvet. This funny-looking soup is actually tasty and a great way to add vegies to your diet. The soup is basically pure veg! Green Velvet Soup Makes about 2 1/2 quarts From pcrm.org (recommended by … Continue reading
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Pea and Parmesan Soup
Note: Karla tells me this a modified Nigella Lawson recipe. I think it’d be fine without the butter. This is turning into the winter of soup in Katie’s Kitchen. I’ve never been a big fan of soup, but having … Continue reading
Vegan Carrot Soup
No, I’m not “turning vegan”. Just exploring new ways of eating, cooking and maintaining a balanced diabetes-friendly diet. This soup recipe comes from a book my (vegan) friend Melissa lent (meat-eater) me. It’s simply and tasty. The “creamy” part is the … Continue reading
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Zucchini Slice
To five whisked eggs add – 2 grated zucchinis, diced onion, can of corn kernels (drained), 1 cup self-raising flour, salt and pepper to taste, 1 cup grated cheese and 1/4 cup oil (and whatever else you like!). Bake in … Continue reading
