If you’ve made my Chocolate Zucchini Bread, you know it is the VERY best. It is one of the most popular recipes on our blog, especially during zucchini season. I decided to take the same flavors from the beloved chocolate zucchini bread and make …
If you’ve made my Chocolate Zucchini Bread, you know it is the VERY best. It is one of the most popular recipes on our blog, especially during zucchini season. I decided to take the same flavors from the beloved chocolate zucchini bread and make Chocolate Zucchini Baked Oatmeal. I am glad I did because this…
When the craving strikes for German chocolate cake, these chocolaty, coconutty, pecan-filled energy bites come to the rescue fast! They’re rich, decadent, satisfy your sweet tooth, and come together in just 25 minutes with 9 simple ingredients.
They…
When the craving strikes for German chocolate cake, these chocolaty, coconutty, pecan-filled energy bites come to the rescue fast! They’re rich, decadent, satisfy your sweet tooth, and come together in just 25 minutes with 9 simple ingredients.
They’re a filling snack or treat to enjoy throughout the week or share with friends. Did we mention they’re vegan, gluten-free, and naturally sweetened?
This roasted eggplant recipe is so tasty that you might find yourself devouring it straight off the baking sheet. Yes, eggplant skeptics – even you. The thing about cooking eggplant is that it’s easy to get wrong. Underdo it, and it’s…
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This mint lemonade recipe is easy and refreshing! The cooling, herbaceous notes of mint pair perfectly with the zing of lemon.
Here’s a beverage that’s ideal for summer sipping: Mint Lemonade! This recipe is ideal for when you have loads of this fresh herb on hand. The cooling, herbaceous notes of the mint are a perfect pair with the acidic pop of the lemon. What could be more refreshing? It’s simple to whip up and perfect for parties and entertaining. Or, make a big pitcher to drink off of all week! Here’s our master method.
Ingredients for mint lemonade
This mint lemonade recipe skips making a simple syrup on the stovetop, and goes right to the blender. In fact, all you need to do is blend mint and sugar, then mix it with lemon juice to form lemonade. As a note, this recipe is best in summer you’ve got fresh mint to spare. It calls for 1 cup mint leaves, which can get expensive if you’re buying store-bought out of season. Here’s what you’ll need for this recipe:
Fresh mint
Lemons
Sugar
How to make mint lemonade (basic steps)
It’s very easy to make your own homemade lemonade! The most time consuming part? Juicing the lemons! Here are the basic steps for how to make this mint lemonade (or jump to the recipe below for quantities):
Juice the lemons. Using apress juicer is the quickest way to juice lemons: it gets out the most juice and saves your fingers from tiring out from squeezing. The next best choice? A handheld citrus juicer.
Blend the mint, sugar and water. Give it a whiz in the blender.
Double strain it with a fine mesh strainer! This is the important part. You’ll want to strain the liquid twice to avoid floating sediment that forms from the blended mint.
Mix the pitcher. Then mix it in a pitcher with the lemon juice and more cold water.
Garnish with fresh mint! This is also important. Garnishing with another sprig of mint is important for getting the right mint aroma to each sip.
Variations on this recipe
There are other fun ways to mix up this mint lemonade recipe: like making it sparkling or spiked! Here are a few fun variations:
This mint lemonade recipe is easy and refreshing! The cooling, herbaceous notes of mint pair perfectly with the zing of lemon.
Ingredients
1 ½ cups fresh squeezed lemon juice (7 to 8 large lemons)*
7 cups water, divided
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup mint leaves, loosely packed
Ice, for serving
Instructions
Juice the lemons. Add the lemon juice to a pitcher with 6 cups cold water.
In a blender, combine the sugar, mint leaves and 1 cup warm water. Blend until fully combined.
Strain the mixture through a fine mesh strainer into a bowl. Then strain it back through the strainer into the pitcher with the lemon juice. (Double straining helps to remove sediment that would otherwise form at the top of the liquid.)
Add ice to the pitcher. Garnish each glass with a sprig of fresh mint, to get the most of the mint flavor. Serve immediately or store refrigerated for up to 3 days.
Dry, flavorless chicken and lengthy marinating times? Those are things of the past, friends. These quick-marinating grilled teriyaki chicken skewers are incredibly flavorful and bursting with umami and salty-sweet perfection!
We love these satisfying s…
Dry, flavorless chicken and lengthy marinating times? Those are things of the past, friends. These quick-marinating grilled teriyaki chicken skewers are incredibly flavorful and bursting with umami and salty-sweet perfection!
We love these satisfying skewers with noodle salads, stir-fries, grilled veggies, or served simply with rice and steamed broccoli! Bonus? They come together quickly with 9 ingredients you probably have around. Let us show you how it’s done!
How to Make Grilled Teriyaki Chicken Skewers
These flavor-filled skewers start with a quick teriyaki-inspired marinade made with tamari (or soy sauce), coconut sugar, garlic powder, rice vinegar, and toasted sesame oil.
Is it even summertime without a skewer?! We think not. These teriyaki tofu skewers are full of savory sweet goodness, and when grilled, they develop a subtly crusty exterior and perfectly smoky taste. It’s safe to say this recipe’s a winner, frie…
Is it even summertime without a skewer?! We think not. These teriyaki tofu skewers are full of savory sweet goodness, and when grilled, they develop a subtly crusty exterior and perfectly smoky taste. It’s safe to say this recipe’s a winner, friends!
We love these skewers alongside a cold sesame noodle salad or stir-fry for a protein-packed, plant-based summer meal! Just 9 ingredients required for these super flavorful tofu skewers.
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On Sunday, I wrote all about how Jack and I love grilling halloumi in the summer. I thought I’d follow up that post with an example of how we like to serve the halloumi once it comes off the grill: in these delicious bowls! This recipe is my kind…
On Sunday, I wrote all about how Jack and I love grilling halloumi in the summer. I thought I’d follow up that post with an example of how we like to serve the halloumi once it comes off the grill: in these delicious bowls! This recipe is my kind of summer meal – one that’s fresh and flavorful but still plenty satisfying. It starts with a base of fragrant coconut rice and black beans. Then, I pile on the grilled halloumi, a scoop of peach salsa, and creamy avocado slices. A handful of fresh mint leaves and drizzles of cilantro […]
This bright mango salad recipe is sweet and zingy, starring the ripe fruit with fresh herbs and a honey lime dressing.
Got ripe mangos and need a way to use them? Try this bright and beautiful Mango Salad recipe! There’s nothing like the honeyed sweetness of a juicy mango, and here’s a fresh way to accessorize it. Pair it with cool cucumber, crunchy bell pepper, and herbaceous mint and cilantro, then cover it all in a honey lime dressing. It’s irresistibly refreshing and a versatile side dish for any plate: ideal with fish, veggie mains or even tacos. It’s always a huge hit at our house: and we hope it will be at yours!
Ingredients in mango salad
You can build a mango salad in many different ways, but we love this simple pairing of colorful vegetables and a zingy dressing. The flavor profile is like mango salsa, but you can eat it in so many more ways! Here’s what you’ll need for this salad recipe:
Mangos
Red bell pepper
English cucumber: we prefer the mild flavor and bright green color of an English cucumber: and you don’t need to peel it! If you use a standard cucumber, make sure to peel it.
Red onion
Fresh mint: the fresh herbs make the dish! Seek out fresh mint if at all possible; don’t substitute dried. If it’s growing season, mint is easy to grow at home.
Fresh cilantro
Lime juice
Honey or maple syrup
Salt and pepper
How to cut a mango
The part that takes the longest in this mango salad? Cutting a mango! There are several ways to tackle this juicy fruit. Here’s our method for how to cut a mango:
Cut around the pit: Stand the mango on its side, with the stem facing away from you. Using a large chef’s knife, cut around the pit on one side. Start about 1/4″ from the center, following the curve of the pit. Repeat the same cut on the other side of the pit.
Use a pairing knife to score it into squares: Use a paring knife to score the mango into squares, taking care not to cut through the peel.
Scoop it out with a spoon: Use a large spoon to scoop between the fruit and the peel to remove the diced mango.
Scale it up!
This mango salad recipe calls for 2 mangos. Want to scale it up slightly, or have more mangos to use? You can use the same quantities of all the ingredients, but use 3 mangos instead. Taste and add more salt to taste. You can also add a hint more lime if you’d like.
Ways to serve mango salad
Mango salad is so versatile and works with many styles and types of dishes! Here are a few ideas to get your wheels turning:
In a small bowl, mix the lime juice, olive oil, and honey or maple syrup. Add to the bowl with the mango and vegetables, then add the kosher salt and mix to combine. Lasts up to 3 days refrigerated.
Notes
*For a larger salad, use 3 ripe mangos and add more salt to taste.
This article is from Delicious Everyday.
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