Appetizers and Sides
Recipes for Appetizers and Sides from Down to Earth Organic and Natural
Caramelized Onion Jam
You can use this caramelized onion jam on pasta, sandwiches, or in sauces for a sweet and savory kick.
Sesame Onion & Goat Cheese Tart
Rich onions and a creamy goat cheese make a fancy component to any meal.
Mashed Cauliflower
Try this warm comfort food instead of mashed potatoes as a holiday
side-dish, or a nutritious snack!
Herbal Buckwheat with Mushrooms
This traditional savory winter dish is an excellent one to introduce to people new to the flavor of buckwheat. Substitute dried herbs in ¼ teaspoon amounts each if fresh herbs are not available.
Vegetable Samosas
Spiced potatoes and vegetables inside a soft wheat pastry pocket are a perfect snack or quick meal.
Golden Carrot Soup
This oil-free soup makes a delicious start to a meal or a nourishing snack.
The naturally sweet taste is appealing to children and adults.
Easy Tofu-Wasabi Spread
A super-quick and flavorful spread! Use real wasabi powder for an authentic flavor.
Ginger-Adzuki Pate
Adzuki beans make a rich pate. Pickled ginger and scallions give a warm bite to the palate.
Spicy 3-Bean Salad
A colorful pupu served on organic flatbread or crackers or fresh lettuce leaves. Always add the hot spices in small amounts and
season to your taste!
Flax Crackers
Heart-healthy flaxseeds are blended with chia and sunflower seeds for a gluten-free snack, perfect for picnics. You can use a dehydrator or oven for these crackers.