- Cook rice noodles according to package directions; set aside. Meanwhile, mix together 2 tbsp olive oil, balsamic glaze, soy sauce, garlic, ginger and red chili flakes. Toss half of the marinade with tofu; reserve remaining marinade.
- Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in nonstick skillet set over medium heat; sauté tofu for 3 to 5 minutes or until golden. Remove from skillet and set aside. Wipe skillet clean with paper towel and heat remaining olive oil over medium heat; cook bean sprouts, carrot, snap peas, water chestnuts and remaining marinade over medium-high heat for 3 to 4 minutes or until vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Add vegetable broth; bring to simmer. Add noodles and tofu to skillet; toss gently. Transfer to serving dish. Garnish with peanuts and cilantro; drizzle with chili balsamic glaze.
Tip: You can omit the noodles and serve the stir-fry over a bed of rice if desired.
- Preheat oven to 375ºF. Brush tortillas on both sides with olive oil; bake on parchment paper–lined baking sheets, turning halfway through cooking, for 8 minutes. Let cool.
- Tomato Salsa: Meanwhile, mix together tomatoes, sweet onion, cilantro, jalapeño (if using), lime juice, salt and pepper.
- Spread each tortilla with 2 tsp pesto; arrange steak slices over top. Spoon salsa over top.
Tip: Sprinkle with a Mexican cheese, such as queso fresco or Cojita.
- Honey Dijon Vinaigrette: Whisk together white wine vinegar, shallot, tarragon, mustard, honey, salt and pepper; whisk in olive oil.
- Green Bean, Asparagus and Goat Cheese Salad: In steamer basket, steam green beans and asparagus for 3 to 5 minutes or until tender-crisp. Rinse under cold water and drain well. Transfer to large bowl; add arugula and goat cheese. Season with salt and pepper.
- Toss salad with vinaigrette. Garnish with sundried tomatoes and chives.
Tip: If you’re a fan of asparagus, omit the green beans and double the asparagus.
- Preheat oven to 400ºF. Pat cod fillets dry with paper towel. Spread pesto over top of cod fillets. Toss together bread crumbs, parsley, olive oil, chili flakes, salt and pepper; press onto pesto.
- Transfer to parchment paper–lined baking sheet; bake for 12 to 15 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork when tested.
Tip: Serve with steamed vegetables, such as broccoli, carrots or asparagus and a fresh salad.
- Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in skillet set over medium heat; sauté red peppers, sliced onion, garlic, 1/4 tsp each salt and pepper, chili flakes and chipotle chili powder for about 4 minutes or until softened and golden. Drizzle with balsamic glaze, and 1 tbsp lime juice. Remove from skillet; set aside.
- Heat remaining oil in skillet; sauté black beans, diced onion, cumin and coriander for about 4 minutes or until onion is softened. Remove from heat and mash beans with remaining lime juice; set aside.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat; grease grate well. Season steaks with remaining salt and pepper. Grill for 3 to 5 minutes per side or until internal temperature reaches 145°F for medium-rare. Let stand for 5 minutes; slice thinly across the grain.
- Warm tortillas in microwave oven for 15 to 30 seconds. Spread black bean mixture down along center of tortillas. Divide pepper mixture and steak among tortillas; fold over tortillas to enclose filling.
Tip: Serve with guacamole if desired.
Serve this yummy dip with assorted crackers and vegetable crudités, such as cucumber slices, grape tomatoes, carrot and red pepper slices.
- In food processor, combine peas, ricotta, yogurt, pesto, 3 tbsp olive oil, lemon zest, salt and pepper; pulse until smooth. Transfer to serving bowl; drizzle remaining olive oil over top.
Tips:
• This dip is also delicious spread over baguette toasts.
• Use the dip for grilled asparagus if desired.
- Mix together ground turkey, bread crumbs, egg, 2 tbsp balsamic glaze, grated onion, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, salt, thyme and pepper. Divide into 4 portions; shape into 1/2-inch thick patties.
- Heat grill to medium heat; grease grate well. Grill for 6 to 8 minutes per side or until meat is cooked through and instant-read thermometer reads 160°F when inserted into center of burger. Top each burger with cheese slice; grill for about 1 minute or until cheese starts to melt.
- Meanwhile, brush onion rounds with olive oil; grill for about 2 minutes per side or until lightly charred and tender. Grill buns for 30 to 60 seconds or until lightly toasted. Assemble cheeseburgers in buns with lettuce, tomato, grilled onions and drizzle of remaining balsamic glaze.
Tip: Top burger with bacon if desired.
- Heat oil in large skillet or wok set over medium-high heat; cook bok choy, ginger, garlic and chili flakes, stirring, for about 2 minutes or until tender-crisp.
- Stir in soy sauce and 1 tbsp water; cover and cook for about 3 minutes or until greens are just tender. Transfer to serving plate. Drizzle with balsamic glaze and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
Tip: Substitute Chinese broccoli (gai lan), spinach, kale, mustard greens or Napa cabbage for bok choy if desired.
