Mediterranean Kabobs
Ingredients
- 2/3 cup olive oil
- 1/3 cup lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons Mediterranean spice rub
- 1 clove garlic
- 1 pound lean lamb, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 large red bell peppers, cored, seeded, and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 2 medium zucchini, cut into 1-inch rounds
- 1 large red onion, cut into wedges
- 8 metal skewers
- lemon halves
- other veggies such as cherry tomatoes, yellow squash, mushrooms (optional)
Instructions
In a bowl, combine oil, lemon juice, spice rub, and garlic to make a marinade. Transfer 1/4 cup of the marinade to a small bowl, cover, and refrigerate to use for basting later. Pour remaining marinade into a large resealable plastic bag and add lamb. Seal bag, turn to coat, and refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight, turning occasionally.
Brush grill rack with olive oil or use nonstick cooking spray before starting the grill. Drain and discard marinade from lamb. Alternately thread lamb, peppers, zucchini, and onions onto skewers to make kabobs.
Grill kabobs, uncovered, over medium heat for 3 minutes on each side. Baste with reserved marinade, then continue basting and cooking for 8 to 10 minutes longer, or until meat reaches desired doneness and vegetables are tender. Transfer to a large platter and serve with lemon halves.
Quinoa Curry
Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup broccoli
- 1 red bell pepper, cored, seeded, and chopped into 1-inch pieces
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 clove garlic
- 1 tablespoon curry powder
- 1 tablespoon coconut or olive oil
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Begin by cooking the quinoa. Combine quinoa and broth in a pot and bring to a boil. Lower heat and simmer quinoa for 20 minutes.
After getting the quinoa started, begin sauteing the veggies. Begin by heating the oil in a pan. Add garlic and onion first, then the broccoli and pepper. After all the veggies are cooked, add the curry powder, salt, pepper, and cooked quinoa to the pan. Mix thoroughly and serve!
Peanut Butter Chocolate Oat Cookies
Ingredients
- 1 regular jar natural creamy peanut butter (NOT the kind with the oil separated)
- 3/4 cup old fashioned oats
- 1/2 cup honey
- 2 eggs
- 3.5 ounces of your favorite chocolate bar (I use a Green and Black 70% dark chocolate bar)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
Instructions
Pre-heat over to 350 degrees. Combine peanut butter, honey, vanilla, eggs, and baking soda in a large bowl. Mix thoroughly with spatula until smooth. Fold in oats and chocolate. Roll into small balls, about 1-inch in diameter. Place on baking sheet (you do not need to grease) slightly flatten the top. Bake for 8-10 minutes. Let the cookies cool after coming out of the oven, then dig in!