Arugula, Avocado, Cherry Tomato & Chicken Salad
Ingredients:
- 2 cups fresh arugula leaves, washed and dried
- 1 ripe avocado, sliced
- 1 medium chicken breast (about 200g)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for cooking the chicken)
- 10–12 cherry tomatoes, halved
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
For the dressing:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice (or balsamic vinegar)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions:
- Season the chicken breast with salt and pepper. Sauté or grill in a pan with 1 tablespoon olive oil until fully cooked and golden. Let cool slightly, then slice into thin strips.
- In a large bowl, combine the arugula, avocado slices, cherry tomatoes, and sliced chicken.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice (or vinegar), salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
Simple Whole Spelt Sesame Bread
Ingredients:
- 2 ¼ cups whole spelt flour
- 1 cup soy milk (ingredients should be only soy and water)
- 1 level tablespoon baking soda
- 1 tablespoon coarse salt
- Olive oil, for brushing the dough and greasing the baking pan
- ⅓ cup sesame seeds
Instructions:
- In a stand mixer fitted with a dough hook, combine the spelt flour, soy milk, baking soda, and coarse salt. Knead until a smooth dough forms.
- Shape the dough into a loaf approximately 25 cm (10 inches) in length.
- Brush the loaf with olive oil and sprinkle generously with sesame seeds.
- Preheat the oven to 200°C (390°F).
- Bake for about 30 minutes, until the bread is firm and lightly golden.
Tip:
Let the bread cool slightly before slicing. It’s delicious served warm with a spread or as a base for your favorite toppings.
Sweet Potato and Onion Savory Pie
Ingredients:
- 3 medium sweet potatoes
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for sautéing the onion)
- 1 cup flour
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- 1 container (approx. 200g) plain yogurt
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 2 eggs
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Peel the sweet potatoes, then continue using the peeler to slice them into thin ribbons. These thin slices give the pie a great texture.
- In a skillet, sauté the chopped onion in olive oil until golden. Add the sweet potato ribbons and cook for a few more minutes, just until slightly softened.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, yogurt, olive oil, eggs, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth.
- Fold the sautéed onion and sweet potatoes into the batter.
- Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish and bake for about 30 minutes, or until the top is golden and set.
Hummus bread
Ingredients:
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2 cups Hummus flour
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1 cup almond flour
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1 teaspoon salt
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3 teaspoons baking soda
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5 cups lukewarm water
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2 tablespoons oil
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2 eggs
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1 container plain yogurt (about 150–200 g)
Instructions:
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Preheat the oven to 180°C.
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Lightly grease an English cake pan.
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In the pan, mix all ingredients together until well combined.
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Bake for 40–50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Enjoy!
Gluten-Free Tortillas
Ingredients:
1 cup green buckwheat flour
½ cup teff flour
Salt and pepper to taste
Optional: za’atar or any other seasoning
2 tablespoons oil (for the batter)
2 to 5 cups of water, added gradually
Instructions:
1. Mix all ingredients thoroughly (you can also use a blender).
2. Heat a non-stick skillet (e.g., Teflon) over medium heat.
3. Once hot, pour some of the batter onto the pan using a soup ladle.
4. Wait until small bubbles form on the surface, then flip and cook the other side.
Enjoy!
Date balls
Ingredients
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12 Medjool dates, pitted (250 g)
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2 cups natural almonds or walnuts (180 g)
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2 teaspoons cocoa powder
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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⅓ teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
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Shredded coconut for coating
Instructions:
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Place all ingredients in a food processor and blend until you get a uniform mixture.
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With your hands, form small balls about 2–2.5 cm in diameter (if the mixture is sticky, wet your hands slightly).
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Roll each ball in shredded coconut and place on a plate.
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Store in an airtight container in the fridge.
Enjoy!