Garlicky Kale Salad with Crispy Chickpeas

This Garlicky Kale Salad with Crispy Chickpeas is a tasty and healthy salad that has a lot of different textures and flavors. The crunchy roasted chickpeas go well with the soft massaged kale, and the salty Parmesan cheese makes the whole thing taste better. It's a great way to enjoy a healthy salad with just the right amount of flavor.

Ingredients:

• 4 cups of fresh kale leaves, stems removed and chopped
• 1 can 15 ounces of chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 2 tablespoons of olive oil
• 3 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 lemon, juiced
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

Preheat your oven to 400F 200C

In a mixing bowl, toss the chickpeas with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, minced garlic, and a pinch of salt and pepper

Spread them out on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes, or until they are crispy and golden brown

Make sure to shake the pan every 10 minutes for even cooking

While the chickpeas are roasting, massage the kale leaves with the lemon juice and remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil

This helps to soften the kale leaves and reduce their bitterness

Let it sit for about 10 minutes

Once the chickpeas are done, let them cool slightly

Add the roasted chickpeas and grated Parmesan cheese to the kale

Toss everything together until well combined

Season the salad with additional salt and pepper to taste

Serve the Garlicky Kale Salad with Crispy Chickpeas as a side dish or a light meal

Enjoy!

Monterey Love Salad

Experience a burst of flavors with this vibrant vegan salad featuring a medley of fresh vegetables, fruits, and nuts, all brought together with the sweetness of Dole fruits. Perfect for a light and refreshing meal!

Ingredients:

• 1 head romaine lettuce, chopped
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cup cucumber, diced
• 1 avocado, diced
• 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
• 1/4 cup roasted pumpkin seeds
• 1/4 cup sliced almonds
• 1/4 cup Dole pineapple chunks
• 1/4 cup Dole mandarin orange segments
• 1/4 cup Dole sliced peaches
• 1/4 cup Dole sliced strawberries
• 1/4 cup Dole sliced mango
• 1/4 cup Dole diced pineapple
• 1/4 cup Dole diced mango
• 1/4 cup Dole diced papaya
• 1/4 cup Dole diced kiwi
• 1/4 cup Dole diced watermelon

Instructions:

In a large bowl, combine the chopped romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, avocado, red onion, and cilantro

Top the salad with roasted pumpkin seeds and sliced almonds

Add Dole pineapple chunks, mandarin orange segments, sliced peaches, sliced strawberries, sliced mango, diced pineapple, diced mango, diced papaya, diced kiwi, and diced watermelon

Toss gently to combine all ingredients

Serve immediately and enjoy!

Birthday Cupcake Cookies

Celebrate a birthday with these colorful cupcake-inspired cookies. These cookies are not only delicious, but they also add a festive touch to any occasion.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• teaspoon salt
• Food coloring assorted colors
• Sprinkles and decorations

Instructions:

Mix the butter and sugar in a big bowl until the mixture is smooth and creamy

Add the egg and vanilla extract and mix them in well

Mix the flour, baking powder, and salt together in a different bowl

Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ones and mix them together until they are just combined

You will need to separate the dough into pieces for each color

Add a few drops of food coloring to each piece of dough and knead them together until the color is spread out evenly

For about 30 minutes, put each color of dough in the fridge while it's wrapped in plastic wrap

Warm the oven up to 350F 175C and put parchment paper on baking sheets

To make a marbled look, take small pieces of each color of dough and gently press them together

Shape the dough into little balls and put them on the baking sheets that have been prepared

Make each ball of dough a little flatter with the palm of your hand

After the oven is hot, bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are just beginning to turn golden

As soon as you take the cookies out of the oven, cover the tops with sprinkles and other decorations

Let the cookies cool for a few minutes on the baking sheets before moving them to a wire rack to cool all the way

Hearty Chicken Noodle Soup

A soothing and healthy chicken noodle soup that makes you feel better. Wonderful for cold days or when you need a warm boost.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
• 1 cup carrots, sliced
• 1 cup celery, diced
• 1 cup onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 8 cups chicken broth
• 2 cups egg noodles
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 bay leaf
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

Put onions and garlic in a large pot and cook them until they smell good

Put in the celery and carrots and cook until the vegetables get soft

Put in the chicken broth and season with salt, pepper, thyme, and bay leaf

Bring to a low boil

Add egg noodles and shredded chicken, and cook until the noodles are soft

Taking out the bay leaf, adding more salt or pepper if needed, and serving hot

One Pot Mushroom Spinach Pasta

This mushroom spinach pasta made in one pot is a quick and tasty meal that's great for a busy weeknight. The creamy sauce, tasty mushrooms, and healthy spinach make this a hearty meal that the whole family will enjoy.

Ingredients:

• 8 oz 225g pasta of your choice
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 8 oz 225g mushrooms, sliced
• 2 cups 475ml vegetable broth
• 1 cup 240ml heavy cream
• 3 cups 90g spinach leaves
• 1/2 cup 50g grated Parmesan cheese
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions:

Put olive oil in a big pot and heat it over medium-low heat

Put in the minced garlic and chopped onion

Cook until the onions are soft

Put in the sliced mushrooms and cook until they turn brown

Add the heavy cream, vegetable broth, and pasta and mix them together

Bring to a low boil

Cover and cook for 10 to 12 minutes, stirring every now and then, until the pasta is soft

Add the spinach leaves and stir them in after the pasta is done cooking

Add salt and pepper to taste, along with grated Parmesan cheese

Mix well

Before serving, sprinkle with fresh parsley

Balsamic Brussels Sprouts Grilled Cheese

Enjoy the perfect combination of crispy, cheesy goodness with a flavorful twist of balsamic Brussels sprouts in this delicious grilled cheese sandwich. It's a gourmet treat that's easy to make!

Ingredients:

• 8 slices of sourdough bread
• 1 lb Brussels sprouts, trimmed and sliced
• 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 4 tablespoons butter, softened

Instructions:

In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sliced Brussels sprouts

Saut until tender and slightly caramelized, about 8-10 minutes

Pour in balsamic vinegar and continue cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes until the Brussels sprouts absorb the vinegar

Season with salt and pepper

Remove from heat

Butter one side of each sourdough bread slice

Place 4 slices, buttered side down, on a clean surface

Sprinkle a generous amount of mozzarella cheese on each slice of bread

Add a layer of the balsamic Brussels sprouts mixture on top of the cheese

Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over the Brussels sprouts, then place the remaining slices of bread on top, buttered side up

Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-low heat

Carefully transfer the sandwiches to the skillet and cook until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted, about 3-4 minutes per side

Once both sides are crispy and the cheese is gooey, remove the sandwiches from the skillet

Slice each sandwich in half diagonally, and serve hot

Air Fryer Sweet Potato Tempura

This Air Fryer Sweet Potato Tempura recipe is a twist on traditional tempura that is better for you. Because they aren't deep-fried, the sweet potato slices get golden brown and crispy without any added fat. This makes them a healthy and tasty snack or side dish.

Ingredients:

• 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup ice-cold sparkling water
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• Cooking spray

Instructions:

For 5 minutes, heat your air fryer up to 400F 200C

Put the all-purpose flour, salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder in a bowl and mix them together

Blend the dry ingredients together with a whisk as you slowly add the very cold sparkling water

Make sure the thinly sliced sweet potatoes are covered all over with the batter

Use cooking spray on the air fryer basket to keep food from sticking

Make sure the sweet potato slices don't touch each other when you put them in the air fryer basket

For 8 to 10 minutes, flip them over halfway through and air fry at 400F 200C until they are golden brown and crispy

Take the soft-fried sweet potatoes out of the air fryer and put them on a plate lined with paper towels to soak up any extra oil

Serve right away with your favorite dipping sauce, like tempura dipping sauce or soy sauce

Have fun with your tasty Air Fryer Sweet Potato Tempura!