For vegetarian version substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth.

Eggplant Dip also spelled Baba Ghanoush

Recipe provided by http://www.barleyfoods.org/

A Chef Nick Stellino Recipe

Very flavorful Vegetarian Meal

Brown Rice Cuban Burgers provide a flavorful, satisfying and healthy barbeque season for vegetarians and non-vegetarians alike. A wholesome, meatless option for a weeknight meal or backyard entertaining, these burgers are easy to prepare and convenient without compromising taste.

This version of risotto boasts a refreshing lemon tang complemented with seasonal spring and summer ingredients. Short grain brown rice gives this dish a slightly chewy texture and nuttier flavor than traditional risotto – a happy delight for tastebuds. Leftovers make for an appetizing lunch.

Get a start on your daily serving of grains with this easy recipe.

Recipe and Photo courtesty of the California Asparagus Commission © 2010

For a taste of the islands.

Garbanzo Bean Stew Serve as a side dish or main dish served over couscous.

Shown with Savory Chickpea Pancakes

Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 20 minutes
Servings: 4

Recipe Source: www.wildalaskaflavor.com.

If you like your fish mild, moist and flaky, you'll love this recipe!

Tomatillo is actually a fruit used as a vegetable.

For vegan or lenten version use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth. Use a dairy free margarine.

Serve hot in place of meat or cut into slices or cubes and add to a stir-fry, fried rice, soup or salad.

Very simple and fast soup recipe. Omit optional sour cream for lenten or vegan version.

Cod with an Asian twist. You will love this Cod Recipe.

Recipe Source: Holiday Entertaining - Something for Everyone!

A friend of ours owned a Greek Restaurant that we visited quite often. I loved her green beans.  This is a copy-kat version as she does not give out recipes.  Selfish girl! For lent we had this served over rice as dinner.

**lenten version - do not sautee onions and garlic - just add to the geens and tomatoes.

Squid stuffed with rice, tomatoes, garlic and more. Good lenten Recipe. Greek family favorite.

Recipe Source: Alexis Manikas - Toronto

Perfect topping not only for fish but poultry also.

Recipe Source: Aisha Bishara - New York, NY

Grilled Shrimp Recipe created by Mitzi Dulan, registered dietician, author and nutritionist for NFL and Major League Baseball teams.

Recipe Source:

What's for Dinner in 2010 - Recipes

This is more like a cobbler than a cake.

Hearty meatless paella. The lentils more than make up for the lack of chicken or seafood that is usually in a traditional paella.

The lentils along with the bulgar wheat make this a very filling salad.  The lentils are full of protein. I make this recipe for a vegetarian dinner and serve it with a nice crusty bread and some fruit.

Lebanese family recipe.

For vegan or lenten version omit eggs.

Moo Shu Shrimp wrapped in a low carb burrito. Great served with sliced Mango on the side. Chinese meets Mexican!

Moroccan side dish goes with almost anything. Very healthy recipe.

You can use Mussels Provencal as an appetizer or main dish.  Have some crusty bread on hand to dip in the sauce. Serve over pasta for a main dish pasta meal.

Recipe Source: Anna Murphy - Charleston SC

Change up the fruit for different flavor combinations. Dried cherries, strawberries, cranberries or raisins can be used. I somtimes omit the coconut.

Vegan/Lenten

Easy Vegetarian Meal or side dish. Recipe submitted by Aileen Allen

Salmon Recipe.  Pan Seared Salmon with Orange Vinegrette Dressing.

Very easy meatless meal that can be made quickly.

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I love the textures of this wonderful fruit salad.  The crunchy pomegranate and the smooth banana.  The lime dressing really sets it off.

This is a great summer salad recipe. Making this with fresh ears of corn makes all the difference!

Healthy Quinoa Recipe.  Quinoa supplies all eight amino acids needed for a complete protein.

Easy one pot dinner.

Recipe Source: Food Network star and registered dietitian Ellie Krieger

Tilapia cooked with a honey, rasberry sauce.

Ideal for entertaining, when heated these delicious packets are infused with mouth-watering, robust flavours.

Recipe provided by Diane Comer of  Dolphin Cove Marina

http://www.dolphincovemarina.net/

Recipe Source: Bravo TV/Swanson Broth

Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 15 minutes
Servings: 5 (2 cups each)

Recipe Source: www.wildalaskaflavor.com.

Fitness gurus and dietitians love salmon because it is low in fat and calories.  I love to cook salmon for another reason, it's easy!

Cook: 20 minutes

Easy, one pan dinner. Easy cleanup for a great meal.

Shrimp Tortilla Canapés Recipe was provided by Port Royal Seafood.  Where you can get the best tasting shrimp in the world! 

Recipe by cookbook author and celebrity chef Nick Stellino

Recipe Source: West Junior High School, Hopkins, MN

This thoughtful blend of vegetables and legumes, combined with the perfect protein of the ancient Aztec grain, quinoa, and complimented with just the right spices, offers the healthiest and tastiest chili you'll ever have. This recipe stands apart because of its warm, rich flavors, and because it supplies a full serving of whole grains, orange vegetables, and legumes in one satisfying bowl! Serve with a crunchy side of cornbread or whole-grain tortilla chips.

For Lenten omit cheese or use a vegan cheese.

Recipe Provided by Joan Ferraro, New York, NY

For a vegetarian or lenten version of Spinach and Lentil Soup omit the ham and use vegetable broth in place of chicken bouillon.

Recipe Source: Evelyn Haddad - Lebanese recipe

Note: vegetable stock can be substitued for beef stock for lenten (vegetarian) version

Easy to make Lebanese salad of bulgur wheat, parsley, cucumber, tomato and mint.

This recipe also works to make Thai Clams.I have really come to love the taste of Thai food. This is a very good recipe that is easy to make.

Recipe courtesty of Bravo TV

Prep: 35 minutes  Bake: 25 minutes  Cook: 25 minutes  Serves: 6

For vegetarian meal substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth

This vegetarian dish has a wonderful blend of spices and tangy-sweet flavors.

Dairy Free Chocolate Cake. Easy to make. The cake is made directly in the pan so very easy cleanup.

For a taste of the Carribean try this recipe.

Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 15 minutes
Servings: 6

Recipe Source: www.wildalaskaflavor.com

Serve with some crusty bread for dipping.