Hearts of Palm and Avocado Salad

Do you like hearts of palm?
This is one of my favorite salads. It can serve as an entree or a side.
The flavors are amazing and the presentation is beautiful.

Roasted Asparagus and Cherry Tomatoes Side Dish

Roasted asparagus and roasted cherry tomatoes are light side dish that makes a lovely presentation and is always a hit!
Asparagus are a delicacy that are now in season, and there are many wonderful ways to enjoy them. This colorful roasted asparagus and cherry tomato side dish was a star at a recent luncheon I hosted for a few neighbors. It seems everyone appreciates lower calorie and lighter healthier options! Of course vegetables are naturally gluten free.

French Lentil Soup Instant Pot

How much do you love your Instant Pot? 
French Lentil Soup can be made in 16 minutes cooking time in my Instant Pot, and it is so good I ate it for breakfast this morning !  

Moroccan Cumin Chickpeas

I live in a very diverse area in a high rise with neighbors of all nationalities. Last night my friend Suzanne, who is originally from Morocco, invited a group of us for dinner to taste some of her authentic family recipes. Moroccan Cumin Chickpeas was one of her recipes which happens to be vegan and gluten free.

Banana Split Breakfast

This is such a clever idea. Do you love banana splits? Now you can have one for breakfast or lunch. 

However instead of the ice cream, substitute a scoop of cottage cheese or Greek yogurt . 

You can still use a banana and add any fruit and or that nuts you like to make a healthy delicious breakfast treat. See all the interesting healthy combinations.

Matzo Brie Recipe ( Gluten Free)

As far back as I can remember into my childhood, we always ate "Matzo Brie" or "Matzah Brie" for breakfast during the week of Passover. This simple egg and matzah recipe transforms into a final product that is delicious, crispy, buttery and wonderful. It's the best!! ( the word matzo is spelled also matzah)