Smothered Summer Squash
Lunch/Dinner Nicole Kliebert Lunch/Dinner Nicole Kliebert

Smothered Summer Squash

Smothered summer squash is a versatile side dish that plays well with almost anything. Pair it with grilled or baked meats, fish, or stews. The squash flavors are deep and sweet and will have you coming back for more.

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Squash and Pistachio Crumble
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Squash and Pistachio Crumble

It tastes like apple pie, but screams summer with its bright notes of lemon. Even people who snub their nose at squash will have smiles on their faces. I argue that this dish is more American than apple pie because apples are not native to North America and squash is. 

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Fūl
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Fūl

The flavor was lemony, with fruity olive oil against a bold legume that was earthy and hints of bitterness. I enjoyed it for sure, but over the years it became a comforting staple for me. On those days that I’m hungry and have no time, I reach for the fūl.

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Eggplant with Buttermilk Sauce
Lunch/Dinner Nicole Kliebert Lunch/Dinner Nicole Kliebert

Eggplant with Buttermilk Sauce

The deepness of roasted eggplant meets the cool, tanginess of yogurt and sharpness of pomegranates. Every bite brings together, warm and cold and creamy and crunchy. It’s a fail-proof beauty, even if you are among the most artistically challenged.

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Roasted Okra
Lunch/Dinner Nicole Kliebert Lunch/Dinner Nicole Kliebert

Roasted Okra

Roasted okra is delicious. It’s a little crispy, chewy, and sweet with plenty of depth of flavor. The best part is they are plenty light enough to gorge on.

Some of them will crisp up like a chip, some with have a little crisp and be tender, others will be a little chewy and more okra. None will be slimy, and the combination of textures and flavors will be leaving you for more and more.

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Roasted Cauliflower and Hazelnut Salad
Lunch/Dinner Nicole Kliebert Lunch/Dinner Nicole Kliebert

Roasted Cauliflower and Hazelnut Salad

This salad is a quintessential Ottolenghi (and Tamimi) recipe with beaucoup textures, color, and flavor for days. It’s deep yet bright; it’s nourishing yet light. Quick enough for every day, but special enough to impress. As a mega bonus, you eat this side at room temperature which makes it great for taking to a potluck, picnic or frees up warming space for your other dishes.

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Tomato Vinaigrette
Lunch/Dinner Nicole Kliebert Lunch/Dinner Nicole Kliebert

Tomato Vinaigrette

This vinaigrette literally tastes of summer. It doesn’t follow my typical dressing rules and there’s nothing wrong with that. It’s still a simple recipe and far tastier than the name implies.

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Roasted Cabbage
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Roasted Cabbage

Y’all eat your cabbage for New Year’s. We all need wealth, prosperity and health in 2021. While we’re at it, eat your black eye peas for good luck. This is not the time to tell me you aren’t superstitious … if I’m wrong here, a little cabbage hasn’t hurt anyone.

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