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Summer veggie plate

6/22/2017

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Summer time in South Carolina can get hot.  Sometimes a big veggie plate is just right on those sweltering days.  Here's a recipe that is easy to customize.  Don't have quinoa?  Substitute rice or farro.  Same with your veggie choices.  Hummus adds a nice dimension to the plate, as does sticky tofu and pickled carrots.

Ingredients:
  • 1 cup dry quinoa prepared per package instructions
  • pickled carrots (see recipe below)
  • sticky tofu (see recipe below)
  • cucumber - chopped
  • cherry tomatoes - cut in half
  • leafy salad greens of your choice
  • pita bread - cut into triangles and lightly toast with garlic & basil.
  • hummus of your choice
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Pickled Carrots:
  • 1 lb carrots - sliced thin or grated (and water to cover)
  • 2/3 cup water
  • 2/3 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1/3 cup white sugar
  • 1/2 tsp mustard seed
  • 1/2 tsp ground coriander
  • 1/2 tsp celery seed
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric
  • 1/4 tsp ground ginger
  • 1/4 tsp salt
1) In a saucepan, cover the carrots with water and boil for about 5-8 minutes.
2) In a smaller saucepan, combine all other ingredients, whisk and bring to a boil.  Lower heat and simmer for about 5 minutes.
3) Drain the carrots and pour the simmered sauce over them.  Let cool and then store in a sealed container in the refrigerator.

Sticky Tofu:
  • one block of firm tofu, pressed then cut into cubes
  • 3 Tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 Tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 Tbsp ketchup
  • 3 Tbsp rice wine vinegar
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/3 cup water
1) Mix all ingredients, except tofu, to create a marinade.
2) Place tofu cubes in marinade for a few hours, or even overnight.
3) Heat the oven to 375 degrees F.  Spray a baking sheet with cooking spray.
4) Drain off the marinade from the tofu into a small saucepan.  Spread the tofu on the baking sheet in a single layer.  Bake in the stove for about 35 minutes.
5) Add tofu to the saucepan and warm.

For the Veggie Plate - simply layer the greens on the plate, add all of your ingredients on top of the greens, and put the hummus in the middle.  Add you favorite dressing and enjoy!


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12/12/2017 05:29:08 pm

I will totally enjoy this veggie plate even if it’s not a summer day! I love eating vegetables because aside from making me full, it makes me feel satisfied without having a guilt feeling. It doesn’t mean that I don’t enjoy eating burgers or cakes. I just eat those things moderately. I’m blessed because I have a family who supports and respects my choices. They don’t force me to eat something I don’t want and they even prepare healthy treats for me!

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