Name: Quinoa and Chickpea Tabbouleh
Yield: 6 1 cup servings
Ingredients: 3 cups quinoa (cooked); 1 cup chickpeas (canned); 3 medium Roma tomatoes; 1 cup cucumber (peeled and chopped); 1 cup carrots (shredded); 1/2 cup green onion (chopped); 1/4 cup parsley (chopped); 10 mint leaves (chopped); 1/4 cup lime juice; 2 Tablespoons olive oil; 1 teaspoon minced garlic; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon pepper

Quinoa and Chickpea Tabbouleh

March 12, 2025 by Dinner Tonight

Spring is in the air, and it is a great time to enjoy the fresh tastes of the season. Try this delicious dish packed with fresh vegetables and whole grains.

Quinoa and Chickpea Tabbouleh

Servings

6 1 cup servings

Servings

6 1 cup servings

Quinoa and Chickpea Tabbouleh

Servings

6 1 cup servings

Servings

6 1 cup servings

Ingredients

3 cups quinoa cooked
1 cup chickpeas canned
3 medium Roma tomatoes
1 cup cucumber peeled and chopped
1 cup carrots shredded
1/2 cup green onion chopped
1/4 cup parsley chopped
10 mint leaves chopped
1/4 cup lime juice
2 Tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Servings: 1 cup servings

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Instructions

Wash your hands and clean your preparation area.
Prepare the quinoa according to package directions.
Drain and rinse chickpeas and then chop and set aside.
Wash all fresh produce and herbs. Finely chop the vegetables and herbs and mix in a large bowl with chickpeas and quinoa.
In a small bowl, mix the lime juice, olive oil, garlic, cumin, salt, and pepper. Then pour the dressing mixture over the tabbouleh mixture and stir until well mixed.
For a more flavorful dish, refrigerate 30-60 minutes before serving.

Recipe Notes

Mixed Berry Galette

November 22, 2024 by Dinner Tonight

Looking for a dessert that’s as easy as it is delicious? This Mixed Berry Galette is the perfect choice! With juicy berries wrapped in a golden crust, it’s a simple yet stunning way to impress your family and friends.

Mixed Berry Galette

CourseDessert

Servings

8 1 slice servings

Servings

8 1 slice servings

Mixed Berry Galette

CourseDessert

Servings

8 1 slice servings

Servings

8 1 slice servings

Ingredients

1 10 inch pie crust
1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
1/2 cup fresh blueberries
1/2 cup fresh raspberries
2 teaspoons lemon zest
1 Tablespoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 Tablespoon mint leaves
1/2 cup unsalted pistachios chopped

Servings: 1 slice servings

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper to place your galette for baking.
Roll out the pie crust out to a 12 in. circle. It does not have to be a perfect circle, but make sure the ends to not tear. Place your dough onto the cookie sheet.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine cranberries, raspberries, blueberries, lemon zest, vanilla, and salt. Mix until all the ingredients are well incorporated.
Pour in the fruit mixture into the middle of your dough, but make sure to leave 1 ½ inches of crust around the edges.
Fold the edges of your crust dough over the fruit mixture, pinching the folds together to prevent it from unfolding. The center top of your fruit mixture should remain exposed.
Place it in the oven for 30-35 minutes or until the crust is golden brown.
Allow it to cool for 20 minutes before placing it in a serving dish and top with fresh mint leaves and pistachios. Serve warm.

Recipe Notes

Grilled Fruit Kabobs

July 9, 2021 by Dinner Tonight

Grilling weather doesn’t have to be set on BBQ. Add a water-filled fruit to the grill to add a new “flare” to your plate this summer.

Grilled Fruit Kabobs

Servings

6 skewers

Servings

6 skewers

Grilled Fruit Kabobs

Servings

6 skewers

Servings

6 skewers

Ingredients

1 teaspoon mint leaves
1 1/2 Tablespoons honey
2 Tablespoons water
3 cup watermelon diced
2 cup peaches sliced
3 cup cantaloupe diced
2 cup pineapple diced
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon mint leaves chopped

Servings: skewers

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Instructions

Wash your hands and clean your countertops. Rinse produce under cool running water before slicing.
Using Path to the Plate fire and heat safety guidelines, prepare the grill.
Using a medium saucepan, simmer water and honey until combined. Infuse honey water by simmering with mint leaves for 1 minute. Remove mint leaves. Pour the liquid in a jar, and let infused honey water cool in the refrigerator.
Prepare sliced and diced fruit on 6 wooden or metal skewers. Grill for 30-60 seconds on each side.
Leaving fruit on skewers, use a basting brush to glaze over fruit. Sprinkle kosher salt and mint leaves over grilled fruit skewers.

Recipe Notes

Aguas Frescas Watermelon and Lime

May 24, 2019 by Dinner Tonight

Did you know that watermelon is made of 96% water and a great way to hydrate these hot summer days? The Watermelon and Lime Aguas Frescas recipe is full of natural sweetness and will be a great way to keep hydrated. Make for your next barbeque or just keep in the fridge for the family to enjoy.

Aguas Frescas Watermelon and Lime

Servings

8 servings

Servings

8 servings

Aguas Frescas Watermelon and Lime

Servings

8 servings

Servings

8 servings

Ingredients

5 cups seedless watermelon cubed
3 cups water divided
5-6 mint leaves
1 lime sliced for garnish
1 cup Ice

Servings: servings

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Instructions

Combine watermelon, 1 cup of water, and mint leaves into a blender untill liquefied.
Pour the watermelon mixture into a 2 quart pitcher, add 2 cups of water and ice, stir together.
Garnish the drink with thinly sliced lime rings and enjoy.
Serve or store in refrigerator up to 2 days.
Tip: Use a strainer when pouring the liquefied watermelon into the 2 quart pitcher for a thinner consistency.

Recipe Notes

Blackberry Chipotle Chicken

July 8, 2015 by Dinner Tonight

Blackberries aren’t just for desserts! Otherwise, plain chicken is taken to another level with savory blackberry and chipotle flavors. This recipe looks elegant but it actually really easy and fairly quick to make – give it a try this week!

Blackberry Chipotle Chicken

Blackberries are not just for desserts. This savory recipe is perfect for chicken or try it on pork tenderloin.

CourseMain Dish

Servings

4 people

Cook Time

40 minutes

Servings

4 people

Cook Time

40 minutes

Blackberry Chipotle Chicken

Blackberries are not just for desserts. This savory recipe is perfect for chicken or try it on pork tenderloin.

CourseMain Dish

Servings

4 people

Cook Time

40 minutes

Servings

4 people

Cook Time

40 minutes

Ingredients

Chicken

1 pound chicken breast boneless, skinless and cut into 4 individual cutlets
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Chipotle Blackberry Sauce

4 teaspoons olive oil extra virgin
1 medium shallot or sweet onion diced
2 cups fresh blackberries
1 chipotle pepper in adobe sauce (canned), diced
2 teaspoons brown sugar
1 Tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 Tablespoon mint leaves minced

Servings: people

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Instructions

Wash your hands and clean your preparation area. Preheat the oven to 375°F. Rinse any fresh fruits and herbs under cool running water to remove debris
Sprinkle the salt and pepper on the chicken. In a nonstick pan heat up 2 teaspoons of the olive oil over medium-to-medium high heat. Place the chicken in the skillet and let brown for 3-5 minutes. Place chicken, browned side up, on a baking sheet.
Bake for 20-25 minutes or until internal temperature has reached 165°F.
While chicken is cooking in the oven, heat a 3-quart saucepan on medium-high heat. Add 2 teaspoons of olive oil and the diced shallots. Sauté for 3-4 minutes or until soft. Add blackberries, chipotle pepper, brown sugar, and balsamic vinegar. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover and simmer for 10 minutes.
Remove sauce from heat and let cool for 5 minutes. Serve the sauce over the chicken and top with mint leaves.

Recipe Notes

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