Vegan
Rice Noodles with Cilantro, Mint and Peanuts
Inspired by Vietnamese cuisine, this combination is also satisfying on its own as a meatless lunch.
Beets with Horseradish
Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less but requires additional unattended time.
Pickled Beet and Cucumber Salads
Begin preparing the salads at least one day ahead to allow the flavors to blend.
Charred Habanero Salsa
The habanero, reputedly the "hottest chile in the world" has a complex, citrusy aroma and flavor. This salsa from the Yucatan is a classic accompaniment to meat and seafood cooked in an achiote recado a brick-red paste made with achiote, or annatto, seeds.
Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.
By Reed Hearon
Sauteed Celery Root with Swiss Chard
"Because I love to cook, I'll use any excuse to make dinner for my family or friends. Most of the recipes I concoct are partly based on how the ingredients look—presentation is very important to me," Dave Purdy of Hopewell, New Jersey. "Here, I combined celery root with Swiss chard because the colors and textures contrast so nicely."
This tangy side dish would be good with roasted poultry or meat.
By Dave Purdy
Potato Salad with Sugar Snap Peas and Mustard Seed Dressing
A simple salad with a tangy dressing-perfect for and April picnic.
Orange Caramel Sauce
This recipe is an accompaniment for Blood Orange Tart with Orange Caramel Sauce.
Aji Amarillo-Pineapple Salsa
Aji amarillo is a Peruvian chile. This salsa uses a jarred paste made from these flavorful and fiery bright yellow peppers.
This recipe is an accompaniment for Pork Tenderloin Churrasco .
By Douglas Rodriguez
Morrocan Tangerine and Olive Salad
Pairing citrus fruit with olives is a time-honored Moroccan tradition. While most versions of this salad call for oranges, tangerines make a sweet substitute.