Vegan
Marinated Picholine Olives
These olives can be served warm or at room temperature, but the flavor is brighter and the texture more tender when they're warm.
Rhubarb Sorbet with Gingered Orange Compote
Orange juice and pomegranate juice enhance the light sorbet. The compote would also be good over store-bought strawberry sorbet or ice cream.
Haroset
By Joan Nathan
Lemony White Bean Skordalia with Grill-Toasted Pita
Potatoes are the typical main ingredient in this classic garlicky Greek spread. The use of white beans in their place-plus the addition of tahini along with lots of fresh mint and parsley-transforms the easy appetizer into a whole new treat.
Yellow Tomato Salad with Lemongrass
Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less but requires additional unattended time.