Curried Spinach Salad
Open your mind to this salad — even if the ingredients sound strange! The curry flavor of the dressing goes really well with the sweet fruit, and the sesame seeds make it just a little crunchy. Spinach is one of…
Topic Vegetarian
Tomato Toast Salad
People often use the word “soggy” to describe something that’s wet in a bad way, but here the bread absorbs the juice from the tomatoes and gets deliciously, wonderfully soggy! This is a classic Italian dish (often called panzanella) that’s…
How to Cook Whole Grains
Whole grains, such as brown rice and barley, are fantastic: they’re delicious and nutty-tasting, super-versatile, and better for you than white rice, since they’re full of vitamins, minerals, and fiber. We boil them in lots of water and then drain…
Basic Tofu
Here’s an easy recipe for tofu that’s good hot or cold. Tofu is made from soybeans and packed with protein, which makes it a great addition to a grain bowl or salad. Plus, this version will add a lot of…
Garlicky Dressing
A good, flavorful vinaigrette like this really ties together the ingredients in a grain bowl. And, of course, it’s delicious on a salad! This recipe makes a lot of dressing, which is great because then you’ll have some on hand…
Easy Dill Pickles
Do you have the patience to wait for these to get good and sour? Let’s see! This is the time of year to get small pickling cucumbers from farm stands and farmers’ markets, but no worries if you can’t —…
White House Simple Soba Noodle Salad
This is an easy recipe that is a great dish for a picnic or a school lunch box. It is healthy and delicious as well. kitchen gear Cutting board Sharp knife (adult needed) Large pot Colander Medium Bowl Whisk Large…
Butternut Squash and Apple Soup
Silky smooth, slightly sweet, and super-easy to make (at least once you’ve mastered blending), this soup is a fall favorite. We don’t usually recommend using vegetables that are pre-cut, but for butternut squash we make an exception: winter squash can…
Tomato Soup with Cheddar Cheese
Sort of like a cross between tomato soup and a grilled cheese sandwich (the all-in-one best of both worlds!), this soup is perfect for warming up your lunch box. kitchen gear Cutting board Sharp knife (adult needed) Measuring spoons Large…
French Carrot Salad
Shredded vegetable salads are standard fare in most restaurants and homes in France. And this bright, crunchy carrot salad will make even a carrot hater a fan! Eat it as a side salad or as a topping on a sandwich.…