Monthly Archives: June 2012

Lentil Chocolate Chip Cookies

Adapted from a recipe by Bal Arneson, the Cooking Channel’s “Spice Goddess” 1 cup mixed lentils 1 cup (2 sticks) butter or Earth Balance 1 cup brown sugar 1 egg 1 cup whole wheat flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon vanilla 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 cup quick rolled oats 1 cup [...]

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10th Annual Yoga Solstice Event in NYC

Hey Mediterranean Snacks fans! Did you get a chance to do yoga this weekend in Times Square for the Summer Solstice (June 20th)? Every year on the day of the Summer Solstice, yogis and yoginis gather in Times Square to celebrate the day with some yoga together. This tradition has been going on for 10 [...]

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Mediterranean Veggie Dip

Makes: 12 servings Serving size: 2 tablespoon Yield: 1-1/2 cups dip Prep: 15 mins+making yogurt cheese Ingredients 1 recipe Yogurt Cheese (below) 1/4 cup chopped roasted red sweet pepper 1/4 cup crumbled reduced-fat feta cheese 2 tablespoons thinly sliced green onion 2 tablespoons chopped pitted kalamata or black olives 2 tablespoons snipped fresh Italian (flat-leaf) [...]

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National Lentil Festival Artwork Unveiled!

  Calling all Lentil Lovers!! Ladies & Lentilmen! The National Lentil Festival happens every year in Pullman, Washington. This event first began in 1989! The event features activities, contests, cook-offs, live music & entertainment, and even a fun 5K walk/run. Family-friendly! All gather ’round this August — mark your calendars for the 17th-18th and plan [...]

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Yummy Lentil Granola Bars

Are you a fan of granola bars? Here’s a nice alternative that includes that good dose of lentils for some rich protein. It’s simple to make and only takes about 15 minutes for prep and cooking time! Below are the ingredients needed: 1 cup of cooked lentils 2 eggs 1 cup olive oil 1 cup [...]

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