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Environmental Nutrition: The sustainable diet index
Q: What is the sustainable diet index?
A: The Sustainable Diet Index (SDI) is used to assess the environmental, health, and social impacts of dietary choices. It helps measure how well a diet aligns with sustainability principles, balancing nutrition with ecological responsibility.
The SDI evaluates diets based on factors such as carbon ...Read more
Seriously Simple: A fresh take on summer tomato salad
This new spin on the classic tomato mozzarella salad is inspired from an East Hampton restaurant, where I enjoyed a version of a tomato and watermelon salad. My adaptation includes crisp cucumber, juicy watermelon, crumbled feta cheese, fresh mint and basil as a topping.
Pick the freshest, ripe tomatoes you can find. Sometimes I go for slices ...Read more
JeanMarie Brownson: Have a lot of summer peaches? Make peach pecan cardamom cake!
Peaches and cardamom, two of my favorite flavors in the world, pair beautifully together. The combo works well in savory dishes such as chutneys and grill glazes, or sweet options, including beverages and baked goods.
Fresh, seasonal peaches are worth the year-long wait. To my mind, the perfumey, creamy quality of a Michigan peach can’t be ...Read more
The Kitchn: This noodle salad is the perfect summer meal
Once the temperature starts to climb, I have a one-track mind for cooling, crunchy meals. I’m talking easy chopped salads, I’m talking crispy rice bowls<...Read more
The Kitchn: No-bake ‘lemon delight’ is an easy dessert anyone can make
I’ve developed a lot of no-bake “delight” recipes over the past few years. It started with strawberry delight, then there was pumpkin delight, homeandleisure/recipes/varietymenu/s-3793246">Read more
Quick Fix: Summer Eggplant Salad
This hearty summer salad is a celebration of the season’s freshest vegetables. Roasted eggplant, juicy tomatoes, sweet red bell pepper, and peppery arugula come together to create a mix of vibrant textures and flavors. I added creamy Fontina cheese and crunchy croutons to turn it into a satisfying, no-fuss dinner.
To speed things up, I ...Read more
Astonishing Açai Bowl
Jumpstart your day with a nutrient-packed breakfast. The Astonishing Açai Bowl is a Brazilian treasure that will infuse your morning with energy.
Ingredients Açai berries Banana GranolaInstructions Blend the açai berries and banana until smooth.
Top with a sprinkle of granola for added crunch.
Every ...Read more
Sunset Serenade Salmon
Embrace the gentle colors of the evening with Sunset Serenade Salmon. The pink, tender salmon, delicately seasoned and perfectly grilled, mirrors the splendid hues of a serene sunset.
Ingredients 2 salmon fillets Olive oil for drizzling Salt and pepper to taste 1 lemon for servingInstructions Preheat your grill or skillet...Read more
Impressive Iberico Ham Melon Bites
Immerse yourself in a refreshing flavor voyage with these delightful bites. Impressive Iberico Ham Melon Bites are a tribute to the beauty of simplicity.
Ingredients Melon Iberico ham Mint leavesInstructions Cut the melon into bite-sized pieces.
Wrap each with a slice of Iberico ham and garnish with a mint leaf....Read more
Express Egg Salad Sandwiches
Turn lunch into a classic, comforting moment with these quick egg salad sandwiches. They're a creamy, satisfying solution to your midday hunger pangs.
Ingredients: 6 hard-boiled eggs 1/4 cup mayonnaise 1 tsp mustard 1/4 cup chopped chives Salt and pepper to taste 8 slices of breadInstructions: Chop the eggs and mix ...Read more
Zippy Zabaglione with Berries
This quick Zabaglione with berries is an elegant Italian dessert that can be made in no time. Perfect for impressing guests at the end of a meal.
Ingredients: 4 egg yolks 1/4 cup sugar 1/4 cup Marsala wine 1 cup mixed berriesInstructions: Whisk the egg yolks, sugar, and Marsala in a bowl over simmering water until thick ...Read more
Speedy Shrimp Scampi
Whisk your taste buds away to the Italian coastline with this zippy shrimp scampi. It's a delightful pasta dish that brings sunshine to your lunch.
Ingredients: 8 oz linguine 1 lb large shrimp 3 cloves garlic 1/2 cup white wine Juice of 1 lemon 1/4 cup chopped parsley Olive oil Salt and pepper to tasteInstruction...Read more
Extraordinary Exotic Fruit Platter
Celebrate the bounty of the tropics with this colorful breakfast platter. Extraordinary Exotic Fruit Platter is a feast for the eyes and the palate.
Ingredients Dragon fruit Star fruit PassionfruitInstructions Slice the fruits and arrange them attractively on a plate.
Enjoy the fresh, juicy flavors of these exotic ...Read more
Quick Fix: Chicken Caprese Salad
I was craving a light summer salad and decided to elevate a classic caprese by adding sautéed chicken to fresh tomatoes and creamy mozzarella. A handful of fresh basil and a drizzle of light Italian dressing pulled it all together for a quick, refreshing dinner.
It’s a simple, satisfying meal that comes together in just ten minutes—...Read more
These 5 dynamic recipes will travel well with your life on the go this summer
PITTSBURGH — Summer is a time when many of us eat at least some of our meals outdoors, which means looking for bright and delicious dishes that hold up to the rigors of car travel.
Those trips can come in the form of rolling out to a cookout or neighborhood get-together, but warm and sunny weather and kids being home from school also inspires...Read more
Golden Fields Honey Oats
Start your day on a sweet note with Golden Fields Honey Oats. The hearty wholesomeness of oats bathed in the golden nectar of honey is a warm, nourishing breakfast that's as comforting as the sight of sunlit fields.
Ingredients 1 cup of oats 2 cups of milk 2 tablespoons of honey A pinch of saltInstructions In a saucepan, ...Read more
Daybreak Duet Apple and Almond Butter
Taste the duet of daybreak with Daybreak Duet Apple and Almond Butter. The crisp apple slices spread with creamy almond butter perform a duet as refreshing and revitalizing as the break of day.
Ingredients 1 apple 2 tablespoons almond butter A sprinkle of cinnamon 1 tablespoon chopped almonds Honey to drizzleInstructions ...Read more
Daybreak Delight Pancakes
Experience the delight of the daybreak with Daybreak Delight Pancakes. These fluffy pancakes with sweet syrup are as delightful and comforting as the break of dawn.
Ingredients 1 cup pancake mix 3/4 cup water Butter for the pan Maple syrup for serving Fresh berries for garnishInstructions Mix the pancake mix and water ...Read more
Afternoon Aria Mediterranean Salad
Listen to the aria of the afternoon with Afternoon Aria Mediterranean Salad. The fresh and vibrant flavors of ripe tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, and tangy feta cheese perform an aria as refreshing and revitalizing as a bright afternoon.
Ingredients 2 ripe tomatoes, chopped 1 cucumber, chopped 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled 2 ...Read more
Lively Lemon Spaghetti
This dish is like an Italian summer squeezed onto a plate. Zesty, quick, and full of life, it's like a Vespa ride through Rome.
Ingredients: 8 oz spaghetti Juice and zest of 1 lemon 1/4 cup olive oil 1/4 cup grated Parmesan Salt and pepper to tasteInstructions: Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions.
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