Delicious tofu on a bed of miso and greens

Rich flavored tofu is combined with sautéed greens in light miso and ginger sauce — a perfect, hearty and healthy vegan main dish

main dish, entreeAyala Laufer-CahanaSeptember 13, 2023tofu, greens, miso, ginger, kale, soy, vegan, vegetarian, kale spinach, onionComment

Easy Oven Roasted Ratatouille

This recipe comes together in the oven, all at once. Just toss it all in, mix well, do something else for a while, and voila!

main dish, vegetables, entreeAyala Laufer-CahanaMarch 11, 2022vegetables, onion, pepper, zucchini, eggplant, mushroom, roastedComment

Spinach Ricotta Gnocchi in Tomato Sauce

These spinach ricotta dumplings are flavorful bombs of greens, they come out fluffy and light, and are a great vegetarian main dish

side dish, vegetables, entreeAyala Laufer-CahanaAugust 18, 2021spinach, gnocchi, ricotta, pasta, vegetables, tomato, vegetable, vegetarian, plant-basedComment

Green Farro With Kale, Spinach and Dill

If you aren’t into farro yet you soon will be. Here I cook it in a purée of leafy green vegetables and herbs for a delicious and highly nutritious dish.

grain dishes, entree, side dish, vegetablesAyala Laufer-CahanaJune 17, 2021spinach, kale, dill, cashew, farro, grain, whole grain, Whole Wheat, vegetableComment

Zucchini, Potato and Fresh Herbs Gratin

This dish relies on fresh herbs for its explosion of flavor. The fresh herbs also pack lots of nutrition—they’re a powerhouse of phytochemicals and antioxidants, and a great addition to your healthy diet. Use new potatoes and very fresh zucchini for best results.

entree, baked goods, vegetablesAyala Laufer-CahanaMarch 21, 2021zucchini, gratin, vegetarian, vegetable, potato, herbs, entree, summerComment

Ricotta Gnocchi With a Basil Cilantro Pesto

Ricotta gnocchi are surprisingly easy to make – much less finicky than potato gnocchi. They’re also lighter and fluffier.

side dish, entreeAyala Laufer-CahanaDecember 3, 2020Ricotta gnocchi, ricotta, dumpling, perso, cilantro, basil, parmesan, pine nuts, garlicComment

Pasta With Roasted Tomatoes, Capers and Labneh

Veggies take a central role in flavoring and in presence in this delicious pasta dish, comprising at least half of the serving bowl

entree, grain dishes, vegetables, side dishAyala Laufer-CahanaSeptember 4, 2020labne, capers, pasta, tomatoes, garlic, parmesan, pappardellaComment

A Healthier Spanakopita

Spanakopita is a Greek favorite. Mine uses olive oil – but not too much of it – and is filling rich, with just enough pastry to hold the greens in a pretty, crunchy, delicious package. Step by step instructions and photos make this an easy – yet impressive – recipe.

appetizers, baked goods, entreeAyala Laufer-CahanaFebruary 26, 2018spinach, olive oil, garlic, filo, pepper, vegetarian, recipe, Greec, feta, cheese, appetizer, main dishComment

Tofu and kale burritos

Food wrapped in dough is a favorite food group, and in this recipe we wrap many healthy ingredients into a tasty, satisfying package.

entree, baked goodsAyala Laufer-CahanaOctober 27, 2017burrito, kale, tofu, mascarpone, vegetarian, cumin, beans, tortilla, onion, entree, light brownComment

Mediterranean potato, onion, tomato and fresh herb bake

This easy, vegan, hearty dish combines the comfort of potatoes, with the light freshness of fresh basil and parsley, and the lovely redness of tomatoes and red spices.

baked goods, vegetables, entreeAyala Laufer-CahanaMay 18, 2017potato, tomato, scallion, basil, parsley, gratin, entree, vegan, vegetarian, onionComment

Black rice with roasted butternut squash

Fall is the season for black and orange, and I can’t resist this occasion for sharing with you my favorite rice: black rice.

Herbed brown rice

My current favorite brown rice is the short grain variety; it is one of the most full-flavored rices out there, it has a beautiful nutty aroma, it is plump and pretty and oh so tasty. Try it!

grain dishes, entreeAyala Laufer-CahanaNovember 10, 2015brown rice, parsley, mint, vegetable stock, vegetarian, vegan, yellow, thanksgiving, vegetarian veganComment

Sweet potato and coriander chips with parsley tahini dip

Sweet potatoes aren’t potatoes, and these are not really chips. This is a highly nutritious baked dish that’s really simple, delicious, yet as satisfying as French fries.

entree, baked goods, appetizers, vegetables, side dishAyala Laufer-CahanaNovember 10, 2015sweet potato, vegan, vegetarian, chips, wedges, tahini, coriander, paprika, cayenne, parsley, orange, thanksgivingComment

Carrot, dried apricot and herb baked fritters in pistachio dill pesto

My version of Havuc Kofte – carrot fritters served in an amazing pistachio sauce – the leftovers from the pistachio pesto can be used as a dip, bread spread or thinned into a salad dressing.

Edamame dumplings in vegetable and white truffle broth

I love edamame. My entire family loves edamame. Those snackable bright green soybeans are a staple in my home, and I keep both shelled and non-shelled in my freezer at all times, on the ready.

grain dishes, appetizers, vegetables, entreeAyala Laufer-CahanaOctober 21, 2015edamame, dumpling, green, miso, broth, wonton, appetizer, vegan, vegetarian, thanksgivingComment

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