Eggplant Hummus

This is a great variation to your typical hummus recipe.  Eggplant is a nightshade, however, so if you are avoiding nightshades you can check out our other hummus recipe here which uses avocado as the base.  This recipe involves roasting the eggplant first for about 40 minutes, but it is well worth the wait! This … Continue reading Eggplant Hummus

Cilantro Coleslaw

Cilantro Coleslaw Recipe Type: Side Dishes Author: Purely Primal Prep time: 15 mins Total time: 15 mins Serves: 6 Ingredients 1 bunch of cilantro, chopped 1 lime (zest and juice) 1/2 cup organic whole milk yogurt, plain 1/2 cabbage sliced in small pieces 2 carrots, shredded (optional) 1 jicama, peeled and julienned 5 green onions, … Continue reading Cilantro Coleslaw

Huckleberry Vinaigrette

Huckleberry Vinaigrette Author: Purely Primal Prep time: 5 mins Cook time: 2 mins Total time: 7 mins Serves: 6 to 8 Ingredients 3/4 cup or so of huckleberries 2 tbsp raw honey 1/4 cup red wine vinegar pinch of salt 3/4 to 1 cup of olive oil Instructions In a small food processor, mix the … Continue reading Huckleberry Vinaigrette

Creamy Celery Dressing

Creamy Celery Dressing Recipe Type: Salads & Dressings Author: Purely Primal Prep time: 5 mins Total time: 5 mins Serves: 4 Ingredients 2 celery stalks 1/2 to 3/4 cup olive oil (light or EVOO) juice of half a lemon 2 garlic cloves 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning Instructions Throw all into a blender or food processor … Continue reading Creamy Celery Dressing

Cauliflower Soup

Cauliflower Soup Recipe Type: Soups & Stews Author: Purely Primal Prep time: 8 mins Cook time: 25 mins Total time: 33 mins Serves: 6 Ingredients 1 head of cauliflower 4 cups chicken broth or water 3 to 4 green onions or 1/2 cup leek, chopped 1/2 red onion, chopped 1/3 cup ghee (coconut oil could … Continue reading Cauliflower Soup

Ginger Broccolini

My CSA this week included broccolini. I love this stuff!! This recipe is an easy and delicious side you can whip up in just a few minutes.  I use ghee (Paleo Butter) in this recipe that I got from Paleo Fuel and Fire.  Very tasty!! Gather Up: a bunch of broccolini 3 large mushrooms, chopped … Continue reading Ginger Broccolini

Sweet Delicata Squash Salad

We look forward to fall, especially when we know we will be getting some squash from our CSA. Delicata is one of our favorites as it has a light flavor and can blend in well with many dishes.  This is a squash we may have never tried if it wasn't for getting it seasonally from … Continue reading Sweet Delicata Squash Salad

Egg-free Pancakes

Some recipes from the past: Pineapple Pork Steaks RedEye Sauce Simple Pork Roast Our kids like pancakes for breakfast, especially on weekends when we have a big meal before setting out on our day's worth of adventures or chores.  That was before two members of the family were diagnosed with sensitivities to eggs, which has required some … Continue reading Egg-free Pancakes

Carrot Pineapple Salad

Carrot Pineapple Salad Recipe Type: Side Dishes Author: Purely Primal Prep time: 15 mins Total time: 15 mins Serves: 12 Ingredients 1 lb carrots, shredded 1 can (20 oz) crushed pineapple, strained (separated) 1/2 cup homemade mayo 1-1/2 cups raisins 1-1/2 cups chopped nuts (I used a mix of almonds, walnuts, and macadamia) 1-1/2 cups … Continue reading Carrot Pineapple Salad