Menu of the Week – Week 6
September 17, 2014
The chill is in the air this week and that has me wanting more comfort food. I can easily have a salad for dinner in the summer but once fall comes a salad just doesn’t work. So for this weeks menu there are some heartier, more fall like foods. Roasted vegetables of all kinds are my favorite this time of year. Try roasting something new – like green beans suggested below. You don’t need to do much to them. Simple olive oil, salt and pepper. Baked at 400° until done. So good!
This is the last Menu of the Week. There are 6 weeks total now. Each day has something different. 42 different ideas. Add these to your current ideas and you shouldn’t have to wonder about what to make for dinner for very long.
Variety is the spice of life. Enjoy variety, enjoy life!
SUNDAY
Zucchini Lasagna (or regular)
Roasted Broccoli and/or Cauliflower
Salad
French Bread
MONDAY
Vegetable Soup
Corn Scones
Fresh Fruit
TUESDAY
Sweet Potato and Black Bean Burritos
Chips & Guac
WEDNESDAY
Risotto – I made sun-dried tomato and basil – Yum!
Roasted Vegetables
THURSDAY
Curried Chickpea & Potato Stew w/Spinach
Samosas
FRIDAY
Spaghetti Squash w/Marinara Sauce
Roasted Green Beans
Parmesan Toast
SATURDAY
Mexican Chili Corn Pie
Fresh Fruit
Tagged: gluten-free, healthy meals, healthy menu ideas, menu ideas, Vegan, vegetarian
Menu of the Week – Week 5
September 9, 2014
It’s that time again. Menu of the Week – Week 5. I tried a couple new recipes this week and they will definitely become regulars. Oh so tasty. It still makes me giddy just thinking about it! Yes, I am a bit of a food geek. There is just something about having familiar ingredients in new combinations and having that instant YUM factor when you take that first bite and the second and third.
One of these recipes is a Sweet Corn Fritter with Roasted Pepper Romesco Sauce. The fritters are a delightful combination of sweet corn and fresh basil. I don’t think I’ve ever had those two things baked together before. Separately – sure – regular sweet corn with a side of Caprese Salad. I’ve even put pesto on my sweet corn. But baked together and crisp it was so delicious. And the Roasted Pepper Romesco Sauce was delicious with it. The sauce was another new combination for me. I’ve had regular romesco sauce before – but never with roasted peppers. Yum, yum, yum!!
The other new recipe is a Thai Noodle Salad. Eaten with a super yummy grilled tofu. I am a bit bummed out though that I winged it with the marinade for the tofu and didn’t write down what I put in it. I know it was simple – some combination of lime juice, tamari and fresh ginger. Maybe something else…. I love when I have those throw it together moments that end up being a tasty surprise but I do hope I can replicate it. The Thai Noodle Salad was simple as well with fresh ginger and mint flavors.
Loving the tastes of late summer. I wish it could last forever! Hot summer days, delicious food and lemonade! And maybe some wine. Any way, on to the menu. Hope you enjoy it as much as I did!
SUNDAY
Chilaquiles – a tasty baked dish of layered tortillas, beans in a tomato sauce and cheese (if you like)
Chips & Guac
MONDAY
Twice Baked Potatoes with toppings
Lettuce Salad
TUESDAY
Grilled Hoagies
Veggies & Hummus
Fresh Fruit
WEDNESDAY
Bean Burgers – Chickpea, black bean, pinto bean- whatever you like
Baked French Fries
Watermelon
THURSDAY
Wild Rice Soup
Salad
French Bread or Biscuits
FRIDAY
Thai Noodle Salad
Grilled tofu
SATURDAY
Sweet Corn Fritters with Roasted Pepper Romesco Sauce
Broccoli
Baked Sweet Potato Fries or Chunks
Tagged: dinner, gluten free menu ideas, gluten-free, healthy menu, menu ideas, menu of the week, Vegan, vegetarian
Menu of the Week
September 1, 2014
Wow! It’s already week four in this Menu of the Week series.
I’m guessing some of you may be wondering where the meat is. You can certainly add your own. But for all of those people who wonder and ask what vegetarians/vegans can eat – especially when you’re gluten free. These menus are my answer.
I have way more flavor and variety in my diet than I ever did before I became vegetarian. I even became a better and more adventurous cook. All of these meals can be gluten free – some things I have tried and true recipes for, some you can find at most grocery stores.
You may love having some new recipes to try or you may opt to pick things up at the local deli or restaurant. Either way I hope you are feeling less stressed and more inspired about dinner. Enjoy!
SUNDAY
Curried Vegetables with Dal
Indian Potato Pancakes
Mango Sorbet
MONDAY
Taco Salad
Watermelon
TUESDAY
Jamaican Rice and Beans
Fresh Fruit
WEDNESDAY
Fajitas
Chips and Guac
THURSDAY
Baked Pasta – red or white sauce
Broccoli and or Salad
French Bread
FRIDAY
Black Bean Soup
Tostadas with Toppings
SATURDAY
Chickpea Croquettes w/Greek Salad Topping
Greek Rice Pilaf
Tagged: gluten-free, Healthy, healthy meals, healthy menu ideas, menu ideas, Vegan, vegetarian
Menu of the Week
August 25, 2014
I hope everyone had an awesome week and you are enjoying the last few days of summer. Kids are going back to school and vacations are ending. The nights and mornings are cooler and darker. All of these things have me thinking of fall and I went a little soup crazy. Among the meals this week are a soup, a chowder and a gumbo. There are also some great late summer vegetables involved as well. Enjoy!
SUNDAY
Southwestern Corn and Potato Chowder
Spring Mix Salad
Baking Powder Biscuits – easy to make gluten free
MONDAY
Tofu Pad Thai
Spring Rolls with Peanut Sauce
Fruit
TUESDAY
Greek Diced Vegetable Salad
Roasted Cauliflower
Pita with Hummus
Optional: Grilled Chicken
WEDNESDAY
Tomato Basil Soup
Salad
Grilled French Bread (great gluten free recipe in an earlier post) or Grown Up Grilled Cheese Sandwiches
THURSDAY
Bean & Bean Gumbo
Corn Bread – easy to make gluten free
Fruit
FRIDAY
Pesto Pasta – brown rice or quinoa pasta work great!
Grilled Summer Squash
Caprese Salad
SATURDAY – Family Get Together
Sweet Potato Quinoa Burgers Or grilled meat of choice
Potato Salad with Walnut Oil Vinaigrette
Grilled Sweet Corn
Watermelon
(We also had ice cream options of Sundaes, Root Beer Floats or Mango Sorbet)
Tagged: gluten-free, healthy meal ideas, healthy meals, vegetarian, weekly menu
Menu of the Week
August 18, 2014
Hello! I hope everyone has had a good week and you found last week’s menu helpful. Several of this weeks recipes can be grilled so take advantage of the nice weather while it still lasts!
Once again, let me know if you would like recipes or if you have any questions or comments. Enjoy your week!
SUNDAY
Grilled Veggie Burgers or Chicken
Black & Garbanzo Bean Salad
Green Beans
Watermelon
MONDAY
Baked Falafel w/Tzatziki Sauce
Greek Salad
TUESDAY
Tofu Stir Fry
Peanut Noodles
Fruit
WEDNESDAY
Super Nachos- with lots of veggies!
– black or pinto beans, bell peppers, onions, black olives, tomatoes, cheese, avocado
Fruit
THURSDAY
Spaghetti w/meatless meatballs
Broccoli and/or salad
FRIDAY
Black Bean w/Toasted Corn Tacos
Mexican Rice
SATURDAY
Baked Potatoes w/toppings
Sweet Corn w/Chili Lime Sauce
Tagged: gluten free menu ideas, gluten-free, healthy menu ideas, menu, Vegan, vegetarian