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Tex Mex Cauli Rice

April 3, 2024 by Dinner Tonight

Indulge in a Tex-Mex twist on the Mediterranean diet with flavorful Tex-Mex Cauli Rice! Packed with the goodness of cauliflower and the vibrant spice of Tex-Mex cuisine, this dish is a delicious fusion of health and flavor. Perfect for those craving a taste of something new while sticking to their Mediterranean-inspired eating habits.


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Ingredients
  • 1 Tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 large onion diced
  • 1 medium poblano diced
  • 1 medium jalapeno diced
  • 2 medium Roma tomatoes diced
  • 2 cloves garlic diced
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
  • 12 ounces frozen riced cauliflower
  • 1 Tablespoon lime juice
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro loosely chopped
Servings: 1/4 cup servings
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  1. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. When the pan is hot, pour in the olive oil.
  2. Add in the onions, jalapeno, poblano and sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Add in the Cumin, Chili powder and salt. Mix well.
  4. Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  5. Add cauliflower rice and cook until desired texture is reached. Approx. 3 minutes for al dente rice or 5 minutes for more tender rice. Add the lime juice and mix thoroughly.
  6. Stir in the cilantro and serve!
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Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: cauliflower, healthy side dish, rice, Side Dishes, tomatoes

Roasted Feta and Tomatoes

November 27, 2023 by Dinner Tonight

Roasted Feta and Tomatoes is the perfect easy appetizer to throw together for any gathering or just before a family dinner. The acidity of tomatoes and savory flavors of feta pair well with rosé wine.


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Ingredients
  • 2 pints cherry tomatoes
  • 8 ounces Fat Free feta cheese in a block
  • 3 cloves garlic smashed and roughly chopped
  • 2 Tablespoons shallots chopped (about one medium size shallot)
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/3 cup basil leaves ribboned
Servings: 1/4 cup servings
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  1. Preheat your oven to 400 Degree F.
  2. In a 9 inch baking pan, arrange the feta cheese in the center and the cherry tomatoes around it.
  3. Evenly distribute the smashed garlic pieces and chopped shallot around the dish. Sprinkle red pepper flakes on top and drizzle olive oil evenly over everything.
  4. Bake in the oven for20-25 minutes or until tomatoes begin to soften and burst. Switch oven to broil and broil the feta and tomatoes until the feta begins to brown and tomatoes are fully blistered.
  5. Remove from oven and break up the warm feta in to large chunks. Top with fresh basil.
  6. Serve with toasted baguette rounds, crackers or pita bread*
Recipe Notes

*Nutritional analysis does not include bread products for serving.

Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: appetizer, feta, feta cheese, Snacks, tomatoes

Marinated Tomatoes

July 6, 2023 by Dinner Tonight

A simple salad of Marinated Tomatoes will be perfect for any dish from grilled chicken to steak. The balsamic vinegar gives this side dish the flavor of sitting in an Italian village without leaving your dinner table.

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  • 2 pounds slicing tomatoes (approximately 8 small tomatoes (approximately 8 small tomatoes, 4 cups tomatoes)
  • 1 cup red onion thinly sliced
  • 1 cup green bell pepper sliced
  • 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 3 cloves of garlic minced
  • 1/4 cup basil chopped
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
Servings: 1 cup servings
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  1. Slice tomatoes into slices and place in a resealable bag. Add in sliced onions and green bell peppers.
  2. In a small bowl whisk together balsamic vinegar, olive oil, garlic, chopped basil, salt and pepper
  3. Pour vinegar mixture over tomatoes and seal bag. Place in the refrigerator to marinate for at least 1 hour up to 24 hours.
Recipe Notes

Balsamic Vinegar- may contain added sugars

1 cup serving of Marinated Tomatoes includes approximately 3 grams or 6 % Daily Value of Added Sugars

Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: Salad, Side Dishes, summer, tomato, tomatoes

Tomato 101

June 24, 2021 by Dinner Tonight

All tomatoes are fruits of the plant, although they’re typically referred to and used as vegetables when cooking. Here’s a guide to the most popular varieties and their best culinary uses!

With so many different types, it can be difficult to choose the best one for your cooking needs.

For reference, here are the best types of tomatoes for various purposes:

  • Sauces: Roma, heirloom, tomatoes on the vine
  • Canning: Roma, heirloom, tomatoes on the vine, green tomatoes
  • Salads: grape, cherry
  • Skewers: cherry
  • Sandwiches: beefsteak, tomatoes on the vine
  • Fried: green tomatoes
  • Snacks: grape, cherry, heirloom

Although some varieties are better suited for specific purposes, they’re all versatile. For instance, although beefsteak tomatoes are not ideal for salads, they can still easily be used in one with tasty results.

Although there are thousands of varieties of tomato, they can be divided into seven broad categories.

Each type has its own best uses, but they’re all low in calories and rich in nutrients and antioxidants like vitamin C, beta carotene, and lycopene.

Try some of our recipes featuring this delicious summer fruit!

  • Apricot & Tomato Salad
  • Catfish Tacos with Pico de Gallo and Avocado Crema
  • Chicken Caprese Spaghetti Squash
  • Creamy Onion Dip
  • Grape Tomato and Cilantro Salad
  • Kale Quiche
  • Margherita Pizza
  • Marinated Tomatoes
  • Roasted Edamame and Corn Salad
  • Sausage and Veggie Skewers
  • Spicy Pea and Avocado Toast
  • Taco Boats
  • Tex Mex Tabbouleh
  • Tomato 101
  • Tomato Crisps
  • Tortellini Kabobs
  • Turkey Chili

Tomatoes are an excellent food to include in your diet and using this guide can help you choose the right type for your cooking needs.

Source:

Healthline.com

Filed Under: Texas Table, Tips & Tricks Tagged With: tip, tips, tomato, tomatoes

Sauteed Parmesan Vegetables

December 8, 2016 by Dinner Tonight

Sautéed Parmesan Vegetables is a simple side dish that will impress! Add some color to your next meal and your dinner table!Sauteed Parmesan Vegetable recipe in a white serving bowl with a grey napkin.


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  • 1 zucchini coarsely chopped
  • 1 yellow squash coarsely chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper seeded and coarsely chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper seeded and coarsely chopped
  • 1 yellow bell pepper seeded and coarsely chopped
  • 1 cup grape tomatoes halved
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 tablespoons reduced-fat Italian dressing
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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  1. Wash your hands and clean your cooking area.
  2. Wash and chop vegetables as indicated above.
  3. Heat skillet to medium; add vegetable oil.
  4. Add zucchini, squash, bell peppers and grape tomatoes and sauté until
  5. tender, about 10 minutes; turning occasionally.
  6. Place sautéed vegetable in large serving bowl; add dressing and parmesan cheese; mix until evenly coated.
Recipe Notes

Sauteed Parmesan Vegetables Nutrition Facts Serving size (283g) servings per container 4 Amount per serving Calories 140 % Daily Value Total Fat 9 g 12 % Saturated Fat 1.5 g 8 % Trans Fat 0 g Cholesterol 5 mg 2 % Sodium 180 mg 8 % Total Carbohydrate 13 g 5 % Dietary Fiber 3 g 11 % Total Sugars 6 g Added Sugars 0 g 0 % Protein 4 g Vitamin D 0 mcg 0 % Calcium 76 mg 6 % Iron 1 mg 6 % Potassium 618 mg 15 %

Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: bell pepper, Heart Healthy, side dish, summer, tomatoes, vegetables, Vegetarian

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