Crispy Chicken Thighs with Dijon and Dill

Yield: 4 servings

For the chicken:

1 1/4 lb chicken thighs

1 tbsp Dijon mustard

1 tbsp chopped fresh dill

1/2 cup panko bread crumbs

1 tsp olive oil

1/4 tsp salt

1/4 tsp pepper

For the vegetables:

1 1/2 lb radishes, washed and halved

1 lb green beans

2 tbsp olive oil

1/4 tsp salt, more to taste

1/4 tsp pepper, more to taste

2 sprigs dill

1. Preheat oven to 425F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.

2. Divide vegetables onto two prepared baking sheets. Toss with 2 tablespoons olive oil (one tablespoon for each baking sheet). Sprinkle with salt and pepper.

3. Arrange chicken on sheet pans amongst the vegetables. Rub with Dijon mustard.

4. In a small bowl, mix together panko, 1 teaspoon olive oil, salt, pepper, and 1 tablespoon fresh dill. Divide evenly on top of chicken, pressing down to adhere crumbs to chicken.

5. Sprinkle remaining dill over vegetables.

6. Place in preheated oven and bake for 15 minutes. Carefully stir the vegetables without disturbing the chicken. Cook for 10 more minutes or until chicken is cooked through.

7. Garnish with additional fresh dill and serve immediately.

https://www.rachelcooks.com/2016/06/01/crispy-chicken-thighs-dijon-dill-sheet-pan-dinner/

Pineapple Mint Salsa

Yield: 2 cups

1/2 pineapple, cut into 1/2-inch chunks

1 bunch radishes, cut into 1/2-inch chunks

1 cucumber, cut into 1/2-inch chunks

1 avocado, cut into 1/2-inch chunks

1 bunch green onions, finely chopped

6 mint leaves, finely chopped

1 clove garlic, minced

juice of 1/2 lemon

1/2 tsp ground ginger

salt and pepper

1. In a medium bowl, combine all ingredients. Stir gently to combine.

https://autoimmunewellness.com/grilled-chicken-thighs-pineapple-mint-salsa/

Shaved Brussel Sprout Salad

Yield: 4 servings

1 pound Brussels sprouts, thinly sliced

1 tbsp olive oil

1/2 tsp salt

1 shallot, thinly sliced

1 bunch radishes, thinly sliced

1 small fennel bulb, thinly sliced

1 mandarin orange, segmented

zest and juice of 1/2 lemon

1 tbsp champagne vinegar

1 tsp ground ginger

1. In a large bowl, combine the sprouts, oil, and salt. Using your hands, massage the mixture for a few minutes, or until the toughest fibers begin to break down.

2. Add the shallot, radish, fennel, and orange to the bowl. Toss to combine.

3. In a small bowl, combine the lemon zest, juice, vinegar, and ginger powder. Whisk to combine. Add the to salad and toss to combine.

https://autoimmunewellness.com/shaved-brussels-sprout-salad/

Carrot Radish Slaw

Yield: 3-4 servings

4 carrots

6-8 radishes

Dressing:

1 ripe avocado

1/3 cup tightly packed mint leaves

2/3 cup tightly packed cilantro leaves

1 clove garlic, chopped

1-inch knob ginger, chopped

1 tbsp lemon juice

1 tsp ground turmeric

salt and pepper

3 tbsp olive oil

1 tbsp water

1. Using the grating blade of the food processor, shred the carrots and radishes (or grate by hand). Transfer to a serving bowl.

2. To prepare the dressing, add the avocado, mint, cilantro, garlic, ginger, lemon, turmeric, salt, and pepper to a blender. Combine until the herbs are finely chopped.

3. With the blender running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil and water.

4. Toss the dressing with the shredded vegetables. 

https://autoimmunewellness.com/carrot-radish-slaw-mint-turmeric-pesto/

Potato, Asparagus, and Bean Spring Salad

Yield: 4 servings

2 cups mini potatoes

1 bunch asparagus, woody ends trimmed

1 handful green beans, ends trimmed

1 can white beans, drained and rinsed

1 stalk celery, fine dice

4 radishes, thinly sliced

1/4 cup green onion, thinly sliced

1/4 cup flat leaf parsley, finely chopped

Dressing:

1 medium shallot, finely diced

3 tbsp sherry vinegar

1 tbsp capers

1 tsp grainy mustard

salt and pepper, to taste

1/3 cup olive oil

1. Place the potatoes in a medium pot and cover with cold water. Bring the water to a boil, then lower heat to a simmer and cook potatoes until they are just tender, about 13 to 16 minutes. Drain and allow them to cool slightly.

2. Fill the pot with water again and bring to a boil. Add a pinch of salt. Cut the asparagus and green beans into bite-sized pieces and add them to the saucepan. Separately boil vegetables until tender, about 2 to 3 minutes. Drain the vegetables and place them in an ice bath or run them under cold water to shock them and stop the cooking process.

3. To prepare the dressing, in a small bowl, combine all dressing ingredients except olive oil. While whisking, slowly drizzle the olive oil into the bowl. Whisk until you have a unified dressing.

4. Once you can handle the potatoes, cut them into quarters and place them in a large bowl. Add the blanched asparagus and green beans. Add the white beans, celery, radish, green onion, and parsley as well. Stir to combine.

5. Toss salad with dressing. Serve immediately or store in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

http://thefirstmess.com/2018/05/02/favourite-picnic-salad/#more-9733

Turnip, Radish, and Fennel Saute

Yield: 4 servings

1 bunch baby turnips

1 bunch radishes

1 fennel bulb

1 tbsp coconut oil

zest and juice of 1 lemon

salt and pepper

1 tbsp fennel fronds, minced

1. Using a mandoline, thinly slice the turnips, radishes, and fennel bulb.

2. In a large skillet, heat the coconut oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the vegetables and cook for 5 to 7 minutes or until just soft.

3. Add the lemon zest and juice and season with salt and pepper. Toss to combine.

4. Garnish with fennel fronds and serve warm.


https://autoimmunewellness.com/turnip-radish-and-fennel-saute/

Cauliflower and Chickpea Salad

Yield: 4 servings

Chickpeas:

1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
zest of 1 lime
1/2 tsp chili powder
salt and pepper
2 tbsp olive oil

Dressing:
1 tbsp grainy mustard
1/2 tbsp maple syrup
zest and juice of 1 lime
2 tbsp olive oil
salt and pepper

Salad:

1 head of cauliflower, grated
salt and pepper
6-8 radishes, quartered
1/4 cup parsley, chopped
2 sprigs mint, julienned
2 green onions, finely sliced
1 crisp apple (like fuji or pink lady), sliced thin
1 avocado, cut into chunks
1/3 cup sunflower seeds

1. Preheat oven to 400F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. Spread chickpeas out on the prepared baking sheet.

3. In a small bowl, combine lime zest, chili powder, salt, pepper, and olive oil. Pour over chickpeas and toss to coat. Roast until lightly crispy and golden, about 15 minutes. Remove from oven and set aside.

4. Prepare dressing by whisking together all dressing ingredients. Set aside.

5. In a large bowl, season cauliflower rice with salt and pepper and drizzle with 2 tablespoons of the dressing. Toss to combine. Let marinate for 10 minutes.

6. Add remaining salad ingredients and roasted chickpeas. Toss with remaining dressing before serving.

http://thefirstmess.com/2014/04/09/vegan-cauliflower-and-roasted-garbanzo-rice-and-peas-recipe/

Sauteed Radishes with Mint

Yield: 2-3 servings

1 tbsp olive oil

1 tbsp butter

1 bunch radishes, trimmed, cut lengthwise into 1/2-inch wedges

salt and pepper

2 tbsp mint, roughly chopped

1. In a large saute pan, heat oil and butter over medium heat.
2. Add radishes to pan and toss to coat. Season with salt and pepper. Cook for 8 to 10 minutes, tossing frequently, until radishes are tender and slightly caramelized.
3. Let cool slightly and sprinkle with mint.

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Roasted Fennel and Quinoa Salad

Yield: 3-4 servings

3/4 cup quinoa

1 1/2 cups water

1 small bulb of fennel, trimmed, halved, core removed

4 radishes, halved, sliced thin

1/2 cucumber, diced small

2 tbsp dill, chopped

2 green onions, sliced thin

optional: handful of nuts/seeds

2 tsp dijon mustard

juice of 1 lemon

3 tbsp olive oil

salt and pepper

1. Preheat the oven to 400F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. In a medium pot, combine quinoa with water. Bring to a boil, cover, and reduce heat to low. Simmer until all of the liquid is absorbed, about 15 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.

3. Slice the halves of fennel and toss them in a bit of olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on prepared baking sheet and roast in the oven for about 15 minutes, or until soft and have golden, caramelized edges. (Or optional: grill the fennel: brush the fennel with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Place on a grill heated to high, cut side down. Grill until char marks are achieved on both sides and fennel feels a bit soft. Remove and cut into a rough small dice once cool.)

4. Place cooled quinoa into a large bowl. Add fennel, radishes, cucumber, dill, and green onion. Add dijon, lemon juice and remaining olive oil on top. Season with salt and pepper and mix until thoroughly combined.

http://thefirstmess.com/2011/07/18/grilled-fennel-and-quinoa-salad/