cucumber — The Joy Of Eating Blog by Rachel Hartley, Registered Dietitian & Nutritionist — Registered Dietitian Columbia SC

Mediterranean Salmon Platter with Homemade Tzatziki Recipe

This Mediterranean salmon platter is simple to make, and fun to eat! Serve salmon baked in a delicious marinade of lemon, herbs and spices with a sun-dried tomato couscous, feta, tomatoes, roasted red peppers and a scoop of tzatziki!

main, RecipeRachael HartleyAugust 4, 2021avocado, cucumber, Mediterranean, peppers, salmon, seafood, yogurt, Recipe, main, fish, couscous Comments

Vegetarian Tostadas with Creamy Cilantro Sauce Recipe

These easy vegetarian tostadas are a budget-friendly weeknight meal! Topped with canned refried black beans to save time, plus tons of crunchy fresh veggies and a creamy cilantro sauce! They’re family friendly and simple to throw together!

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Kimchi Noodle Salad Recipe

This cold kimchi noodle salad recipe is the perfect satisfying summer lunch! Made with crisp cucumbers, spicy kimchi and noodles in a spicy sauce, just top with your choice of protein to round it out before serving!

Green Summer Panzanella Recipe

Try this fun spin on panzanella with this green summer panzanella recipe, made with crispy ciabatta croutons, thinly sliced cucumber and zucchini, white beans and basil! All tossed in a garlicky red wine dressing. The perfect light summer dinner!

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Miso Glazed Salmon Bowl with Quick Pickles and Sesame Spinach Recipe

This miso glazed salmon bowl is a simple and satisfying dinner! Top brown rice with an easy miso glazed roasted salmon, quick cucumber pickles and sesame sautéed spinach for a delicious weeknight meal!

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Loaded Zucchini Hummus Recipe

Loaded zucchini hummus is a fun way to use up summer’s surplus of seasonal zucchini! Blend chargrilled zucchini into a garlicky hummus recipe, and top with a chopped Mediterranean salad of cucumbers, radishes, tomatoes, Kalamata olives and dill in a lemon-olive oil dressing! Perfect served with toasted pita.

Mustard Greens Greek Salad

This mustard greens Greek salad is the perfect fueling salad, packed with satisfying fats, carbs and protein! Toss mustard greens with a lemony dressing, pita chips and roasted chickpeas for crunch, juicy ripe tomatoes, crisp cucumbers and radish and plenty of feta cheese!

Recipe, main, saladRachael HartleyJune 28, 2019salad, mustard greens, Greek, Mediterranean, vegetarian, chickpeas, feta, tomato, cucumber, radish, RecipeComment

Spring Caesar Salad with Roasted Chickpeas and Za'atar Croutons

This spring Caesar salad is packed with seasonal produce like sauteed asparagus, crispy cucumbers and peppery radish mixed with arugula! Crunchy roasted chickpeas and za’atar seasoned croutons balance out the meal with protein and carbohydrate. One of those salads that will be on repeat all season!

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Banh Mi Bowl with Lemongrass Tofu Meatballs and Sriracha Aioli

This banh mi bowl is the meal in a bowl of your dreams! Top brown rice with lemongrass tofu meatballs, pickled daikon and carrots, tons of fresh herbs, crispy cucumbers and a spicy sriracha aioli drizzle. You'll love all the different flavors and textures! Perfect for meal prep because it's delicious straight out of the refrigerator.

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Tandoori Salmon with Cucumber Yogurt Sauce

Make this quick and easy recipe for tandoori salmon with cucumber yogurt sauce! Tandoori is a delicious Indian spice that pairs perfectly with salmon. The cucumber yogurt sauce helps to cool it down a bit. Serve with grilled vegetables and cooked grains to make a complete balanced meal!

main, RecipeRachael HartleyFebruary 26, 2018cucumber, fish, Indian, salmon, yogurt, quick, Recipe Comments

Smoked Salmon, Avocado and Pesto Breakfast Sandwich

This smoked salmon, avocado and pesto breakfast sandwich is worth waking up early....or getting to work late for! With fresh vegetables, pesto, a runny egg and a thick layer of smoked salmon, it's the breakfast sandwich of your dreams!

breakfast, main, RecipeRachael HartleyOctober 27, 2017avocado, cucumber, eggs, pesto, salmon, sandwich, whole grain, Recipe Comments

Mediterranean Millet Salad with Crispy Chickpeas

This easy Mediterranean millet salad recipe is a perfect make ahead lunch for the week. With feta cheese, Kalamata olives, olive oil, and roasted chickpeas, this vegetarian grain bowl is packed with beautifully paired flavors and textures.

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Vegan Korean Mushroom Bulgogi Bowl Recipe

This veggie packed bulgogi portobello mushroom bowl uses meaty portobello mushrooms in lieu of beef! Plus, a sneak peek into my idea of a healthy weekend ;)

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Vegetarian Loaded Greek Fries with Garlic-Scallion Dipping Sauce Recipe

Turn French fries into a meal with this recipe for vegetarian loaded Greek fries, served with a creamy, herby garlic-scallion sauce made with Greek yogurt! You’ll love the crispy, oven-baked oregano fries paired with crunchy raw veggies!