Recipes

This dip is a fresh and brightly flavored cousin of the Lebanese version, baba ganoush.  It is sure to be a favorite.  Serve with raw vegetables, crackers, pita or even just a spoon!  The secret to this recipe is to blend a spoonful of the roasted eggplant and red peppers into the dressing! Ingredients: 2 medium to large eggplants 2 red bell peppers 1 clove garlic 2T apple cider vinegar 4T The Furies EVOO, plus a little extra to brush on eggplants and peppers 2T parsley, chopped 1/4 cup crumbled feta, optional  salt and pepper to taste Instructions: Pierce eggplants...

I guarantee you will never feel the same about store bought hummus.  Using fresh extra virgin olive oil, especially, The Furies, elevates this dip from ordinary to exceptional.  I did not like chick peas at all until I was pregnant with my 4th child.  That changed from then on! I can't get enough of this recipe. Ingredients: 1 can (15 ounce) can chickpeas 1/4 cup fresh lime juice (approximately 1 large lime), lemon juice can be substituted 1/4 cup tahini, make sure to stir well before measuring 3 T The Furies EVOO, and a little more to drizzle on top...

Parsley and Bulgar wheat star in this heart healthy Mediterranean side salad. It is incredibly delicious and quick and easy to make.  Parsley is low in calories and rich in nutrients such as vitamins A,K, & C.  It is a good source of magnesium, potassium, folate, iron and calcium.  Bulgar wheat is a high fiber, whole grain also rich in manganese, magnesium and iron.  I love the texture and taste of Bulgar wheat, but quinoa can be substituted for a gluten free option. I found it surprisingly hard to find Bulgar wheat. however, Whole Foods does stock. Ingredients: 1/2 cup...

Grilled vegetables are always delicious, and carrots are often overlooked when choosing what to grill. Rainbow carrots are beautiful and fun!  High in fiber, beta-carotene, postassium, vitamins C and K, carrots are also a healthy choice.  I cooked these alone, but use whatever vegetables are in your refrigerator or garden!   Ingredients: Rainbow carrots, you can chose to peel or leave peel 1-2 T The Furies EVOO, 1t garlic powder salt and pepper to taste Instructions: Cut carrots in quarters lengthwise Generously coat carrots with EVOO using more or less depending on amount of vegetables. Add spices, feel free to add...

These turkey burgers set a new standard for delicious! They are juicy, bursting with flavor and have just the right amount of spice.  Fresh spinach and feta cheese also star in this recipe. Move over hamburgers, even the kids will be asking for more.   Ingredients: 1lb ground turkey, either 15% fat or 7% fat.   1 cup fresh spinach, dried and coarsely chopped 1 clove garlic, mashed 1 small shallot, approximately 1/4 cup, finely chopped 2T The Furies EVOO 1t Sriracha seasoning (McCormick makes a good one) 1t cumin 1t Greek Mountain Oregano 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese salt and pepper...

This dressing is the healthy answer to green goddess salad dressing.  Avocado, Greek yogurt, EVOO and lemon juice are the foundation of this delicious dressing.  Be creative when making salads.  We found pea greens at the farmer's market.  Don't be turned away by their thick texture.  They are flavorful and hold up well when dressed. Strawberries are in season and are a wonderful compliment to salads. Final note, make this dressing when you have that last lone avocado that is just a tad too ripe and soft. Ingredients: 1 ripe avocado 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt, my favorite is Fage...

These sliders are filled with fresh herbs, spices and feta cheese.  We chose organic, grass fed lamb that we found at a local farmers market.  Although we don't eat a lot of meat, lamb is a rich source of high-quality protein, and an outstanding source of many vitamins and minerals, including iron, zinc, and vitamin B12. Beets compliment the lamb nicely and are also nutritional powerhouses, packed with essential nutrients like folate, manganese, potassium, iron and vitamin C. Don't discard the greens!  We sauteed ours with garlic, lemon and a splash of wine and added white kidney beans to round out the meal. ...

I really love this recipe found on the Gimme Some Oven website.  During the stay at home this spring, we have followed so many people making focaccia bread.  Yeast has been a scarce commodity.  We finally found some and were able to make this bread.  It is light, airy, and melts in your mouth.  Be generous with the EVOO both before and after it is baked.  When proofing the yeast, pay attention to the temperature of the water, 110' is hot to the touch.   Ingredients: 1 1/3 cup warm water (about 110°F) 2 teaspoons sugar or honey, we used honey 1 (0.25 ounce) package active-dry yeast...

This is a classic presentation and method of cooking fish in Greece.  Fish is an essential part of the Mediterranean Diet.  It is nutrient dense and naturally low in calories.  One of the best ways of telling if fish is fresh is to look at the eyes.  If the eyes are plump and clear, it is a good indication that the fish is fresh.  We like to cook fish on the grill, however this recipe can also be adapted to an oven (425'). Ingredients: 2 striped sea bass, cleaned and scaled 2 red snapper, cleaned and scaled 1/2 cup The...

This nutrient rich side salad is wonderful alongside anything grilled and makes a perfect stand alone lunch.  You can swap out the pomegranate juice with cranberry or even tart cherry.  Also use any fresh herbs that are handy and plentiful.  I used parsley, basil and cilantro. Dressing: 1/3 cup The Furies EVOO 3T lemon juice, approximately juice of one large lemon 1t pomegranate juice, be generous 1 clove garlic, crushed 1/2t maple syrup or honey 1/2 t salt pepper to taste Combine ingredients and blend in blender or whisk until thick and creamy Salad: 1 c tri-colored quinoa, cooked according...