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Light Meal

Lemongrass & Ginger Stir Fry w/ Green Beans & Marinated Tofu

by Trudy ~ Veggie num num on June 29, 2011

Lemongrass & Ginger Stir Fry w/ Green Beans & Marinated Tofu

Rice is an absolute favourite ingredient and with the combination of Thai inspired flavours this quick vegetarian recipe is a nice simple and delicious meal to throw together after work or a long day. [...]

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Spicy Lentil Tart w/ Pomegranate & Mint ~ a guest post

by Trudy ~ Veggie num num on June 8, 2011

Spicy Lentil Tart w/ Pomegranate & Mint

Yep, I was a little giddy with joy when Xiaolu contacted me to share a post and quite honoured! After a little brainstorming I decided on creating a vegetarian version of a pretty and spicy Lebanese tart [...]

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Veggie Pad Thai (update)

by Trudy ~ Veggie num num on May 16, 2011

Vegetarian Pad Thai

This is the type of simple vegetarian food I love to prepare when we have guests over for dinner and I want something quick and super tasty to feed everyone. Plus I have to add the announcement of Pad Thai for dinner, is always meet with a resounding “yes please!” here at home. [...]

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Quick Rice Paper Rolls w/ Tofu & Enoki Mushrooms

by Trudy ~ Veggie num num on May 9, 2011

Quick Rice Paper Rolls

With the addition of lots of fresh herbs and crispy salad greens this healthy lunch idea is a quick and easy vegetarian recipe perfect for the whole family and great as a lunch, afternoon snack, appetizer when entertaining or a light evening meal. [...]

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Roasted Fennel & Vegetable Medley w/ Quinoa

by Trudy ~ Veggie num num on May 6, 2011

Roasted Fennel & Vegetable Medley w/ Quinoa

The flavor of roasted fennel is so wonderful I really wanted it to be the star of the dish. Tossed with a few fresh vegetables and a good quality olive oil is all it needs to create a vibrant and delicious vegetable medley. [...]

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Coriander & Nori ‘Pesto’ Soba w/ Wok Seared Greens

by Trudy ~ Veggie num num on April 18, 2011

Coriander & Nori ‘Pesto’ Soba w/ Wok Seared Greens

This soba noodle dish is a real fusion of flavours resulting in a creamy pesto(ish) sauce that teams wonderfully with the vibrant wok seared greens. Soba noodles are a favourite for their delicious texture and flavor and here they work beautifully to tie the ingredients together [...]

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Soy & Szechuan Pepper Tofu w/ Wasabi Pea Puree

by Trudy ~ Veggie num num on March 25, 2011

Soy & Szechuan Pepper Tofu w/ Wasabi Pea Puree

This vegetarian dish is an obvious play on that beer time favourite snack, salt and pepper squid. Enjoy this tasty tofu recipe as a light main meal or served up to family and friends as an afternoon snack or appetizer when entertaining. [...]

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Carrot & Walnut Pesto w/ Baked Vegetables and Vegeroni

by Trudy ~ Veggie num num on March 18, 2011

Carrot & Walnut Pesto w/ Baked Vegetables and Vegeroni

I love the combination of raw carrot and nuts and after a few little experiments decided this may just be the perfect combination to mix through pasta with some warm baked veg. [...]

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Lentil, Date & Tomato Salad w/ Chilli Oil Tahini Dressing

by Trudy ~ Veggie num num on February 7, 2011

Lentil, Date & Tomato Salad w/ Chilli Oil Tahini Dressing

The recipe is a quick and tasty makeover of a lamb and tomato salad, vegetarianized with lentils, dates and a tahina dressing. It’s super tasty and very simple to throw together. [...]

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