Carrot Hummus with Pine Nuts
Serve hummus as a dip, spread or filling in wraps or sandwiches. Tahina is a sesame seed paste available in some supermarkets, health food stores or bulk stores. If allergies are not an issue, peanut butter can be substituted.
Open Face Pizza Bagels
Serve as a lunch with a salad or as a snack or substantial appetizer. Vegetables can be roasted ahead and left at room temperature for three to four hours.
Pasta and Bean Salad with Tuna Dressing
A classic Italian dressing, often served with cold veal, adapts well as a pasta and vegetable dressing. With tuna already in the dressing, this becomes a main course salad. Serve this as part of a brunch or al fresco menu or buffet.
Mediterranean Panini
Springtime Asparagus and Dill Soup
Adding the small amount of rice to the soup base adds body to the soup without overpowering the asparagus flavour. A welcoming, low fat soup that can be served year round.