Roasted Asparagus

Roasted Asparagus (shared by Talia)

This is a super easy recipe.  
1. Set oven at 425F
2. Drizzle asparagus with olive oil, salt and pepper.  
3.  Roast for about 5 mins
** Can add fresh Parmesan after cooked for extra goodness

Cucumber Salad

Cucumber salad (shared by Talia)

Ingredients:

1/2 cup sour cream
1 Tbsp vinegar
1 Tbsp sugar
1/2 tsp salt and pepper
green onion

Directions: 

Thinly slice 1 long english cucumber and coat in dressing. I usually half the recipe above.  Let sit in fridge for about 1 hour to let the dressing marinade.

Orzo with Smokey Tomato Vinaigrette

Orzo with Smokey Tomato Vinaigrette (shared by Talia)

1lb orzo pasta
1lb cherry tomatoes

Vinaigrette
1/2 c packed fresh basil leaves
2 Tbsp apple cider vinegar
2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 Tbsp Agave sweetener
1 Tbsp smoked salt flakes
Freshly ground black pepper

Place the tomatoes in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.  Cook, shaking the pan occasionally, until the tomatoes are tender and the skins are charred in spots, about 15 mins.  set aside to cool.

Bring large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat.  add the pasta and cook until tender but still firm to the bite, stirring occasionally, about 8-10 mins.  Drain and place in a large serving bowl.

For the vinaigrette:  place th tomatoes, basil, vinegar, olive oil, agave, and smoked salt in a blender.  Blend until smooth.  Pour vinaigrette over the pasta and toss until coated.  Season with smoked salt and pepper to taste.  Top with Parmesan.  

Apple Walnut Lentil Salad

Apple Walnut Lentil Salad (shared by Lara)

Ingredients:

1 cup green or black lentils

1 apple, chopped

1/4 cup walnuts, chopped

1/4 cup scallion, sliced

1/4 cup bleu or goat cheese

Balsamic dressing (optional)

Directions:

Use Trader Joe's black lentils that already cooked. Mix all ingredients & serve. Double recipe if you want leftovers!  ENJOY :)