Index


Page numbers in italics refer to illustrations.

A

agave nectar, 13

Yogurt with Plum, Blanched Almonds, and Agave Nectar, 24, 25

Allegra McEvedy’s Bake-in-the-Bag Fish with Preserved Lemon Couscous, 131

Allegra McEvedy’s Scallops with Asparagus, 125–26

almonds, 217

Herring with a Spiced Almond Crust, 134–35

Simple Herb Salad with Warm Buttered Almonds, 196–97

Steamed Broccolini with Chile, Lemon, and Almonds, 73

Watercress, Orange, and Almond Salad with Poppy Seed Dressing, 202

Yogurt with Plum, Blanched Almonds, and Agave Nectar, 24, 25

anchovies:

Bagna Cauda, 84, 85

No-Potato Salade Niçoise, 200, 201

Tomato-Anchovy Dressing, 111

apple(s), 217

Beet and Apple Soup with Horseradish, 176, 177

Sliced Apple with Cinnamon Dip, 22, 23

Sprouts Spectacular, 192

Winter Waldorf Salad, 197

artichokes:

Crab and Artichokes, 60, 61

North African Spring Vegetable Broth, 170

Asian Dressing, 211

Asian fish sauce, 11

Asian Rub, 213

asparagus:

Allegra McEvedy’s Scallops with Asparagus, 125–26

Asparagus Salad with Red Onion and Griddled Mushroom, 187

North African Spring Vegetable Broth, 170

O’Kelly Fish, 110

Soft-boiled Egg with Asparagus Spears, 18, 19

avocado:

Debs’s Chicken Noodle Soup with Avocado and Cucumber, 183

Green Gazpacho, 175

Roasted Tomato Salsa with Green Chile, 207

B

Bagna Cauda:

Bagna Cauda with Grilled Vegetables, 84, 85

Broccoli Rabe with Bagna Cauda, 74

Balsamic Coleslaw, 122, 123, 124

beans, 14, 16

Charred Squid with Lima Beans and Chile, 136, 137

Chile Green Beans, 130

Fast Day Minestrone, 182

Green Bean Salad, 111

No-Potato Salade Niçoise, 200, 201

North African Spring Vegetable Broth, 170

O’Kelly Fish, 110

Red Vegetable Goulash with Kohlrabi and Radish Salad, 99, 100

Skipper’s Soup, 179

Spicy Edamame, 77

Standby Veggie Chili, 48

Superfood Belly Buster, 193

Triple Bean Stew with Vanilla, 92

Tuna Fagioli, 132, 133

Wilted Spinach, Fava Beans, and Pecorino Omelet, 58

Beauty Breakfast Shake, 42–43

beef:

Beef Carpaccio with Lemon-Dressed Herbs, 46, 47

Green Papaya Salad with Chargrilled Beef, 143

Lightweight Cottage Pie, 150, 151

Warming Winter Stew, 158, 159

beets:

Beet and Apple Soup with Horseradish, 176, 177

Penny’s Beet Salad, 188

berries, 217

Bloody Mary Soup, 168

blueberries, 13, 217

Spinach, Blueberry, and Walnut Salad with a Tarragon Vinaigrette, 198, 199

Bouillabaisse, Skinny, 180, 181

breakfasts, leisurely, 31–43

Beauty Breakfast Shake, 42–43

Fast Day Muesli with Fresh Cherry or Strawberry Yogurt, 38

Fluffed Shrimp Omelet, 36, 37

High-Energy Breakfast, 39

Japanese Breakfast Special, 40, 41–42

Mushroom, Pepper, and Tomato Concassé with Thin Rye Crispbread, 34, 35–36

Poached Eggs with Spinach, Portobello Mushroom, and Cherry Tomatoes, 30, 31

Shakshouka, 32, 33

Spiced Pear Porridge, 43

breakfasts, simple, 19–28

Lean Eggs and Ham, 20

Oatmeal with Jewel Fruits, 26, 27

Scrambled Eggs with Smoked Salmon, 28, 29

Sliced Apple with Cinnamon Dip, 22, 23

Smoked Salmon with Capers and Red Onion, 21

Soft-boiled Egg with Asparagus Spears, 18, 19

Strawberries with Ricotta, Black Pepper, and Balsamic, 20–21

Watermelon, Fresh Fig, and Prosciutto, 22

Yogurt with Plum, Blanched Almonds, and Agave Nectar, 24, 25

broccoli:

Broccoli Rabe with Bagna Cauda, 74

Broccoli Three Ways, 72, 73–74

Ginger Man’s Grilled Chicken, The, 160, 161

High-Energy Breakfast, 39

O’Kelly Fish, 110

Steamed Broccolini with Chile, Lemon, and Almonds, 73

Stir-fried with Ginger, Garlic, Soy, and Hazelnuts, 73

Superfood Belly Buster, 193

broths, 16, 17

Clear Tofu Broth, 164

Light Tomato Broth, 116

North African Spring Vegetable Broth, 170

bulgur, 12

C

cabbage:

Balsamic Coleslaw, 122, 123, 124

Lettuce Bowls with Shiitake Mushrooms and Hoisin Shredded Chicken, 156, 157

Calabaza con Acelgas, 75

canola oil, 12

carbohydrates, 6, 11

Carrot and Ginger Soup, 167–68

Cavolo Nero, 154

celery root:

Lightweight Cottage Pie, 150, 151

Smoked Trout and Celery Root with Horseradish Cream, 69

Ceviche with Cilantro Salad, 106, 107

chard:

Chile Chard and Chickpeas with Roasted Garlic, 76

Pumpkin with Rainbow Chard and Wild Mushrooms, 75

cheese, 12, 13, 217

Classic Tricolore, 53

Eastern Feta Salad, 196

Feta and Black Olive Pizzetta, 55

Gazpacho with Feta, 175

Greek Salad with Oregano and Mint, 194, 195–96

Green Classic Pesto, 210

Mozzarella and Pesto Pizzetta, 55

Mushrooms with Mozzarella, Pecorino, and Spinach, 78, 79

Orange Feta Salad, 196

Pink Leaves, Red Fruits, and Blue Cheese, 203

Red and Fiery Pesto, 210

Roasted Tricolore, 53

Strawberries with Ricotta, Black Pepper, and Balsamic, 20–21

Swiss, Tomato, and Arugula Omelet, 58

Warm Puy Lentils with Tomatoes and Crumbled Feta, 49

Wild Mushrooms with Sage, Soft Poached Egg, and Parmesan, 89

Wilted Spinach, Fava Beans, and Pecorino Omelet, 58

Winter Waldorf Salad, 197

Young Yellow Squash with Feta, Lemon Zest, and Mint, 50, 51

Zucchini, Goat Cheese, and Red Onion Omelet, 57

cherries, 217

chicken:

Chicken Breast Eight Ways, 145–48

Debs’s Chicken Noodle Soup with Avocado and Cucumber, 183

French Tarragon and Lemon, 147

Ginger Man’s Grilled Chicken, The, 160, 161

Harissa-Spiked Chicken, 148

High-Energy Breakfast, 39

Lemon-Scented Sticky Chicken with Roasted Veggies, 149

Lettuce Bowls with Shiitake Mushrooms and Hoisin Shredded Chicken, 156, 157

Lime Chicken Salad, Szechuan Style, 145

Masala Style with Raita, 146

Romano Peppers and Spinach, 148

Sarah Raven’s Chicken Puttanesca, 152, 153

Skewered Italian Chicken, 147

Summer Poached with Lean Greens, 147

Teriyaki with Sesame Seeds, 146

chickpeas:

Chile Chard and Chickpeas with Roasted Garlic, 76

Spiced Baby Eggplant with Pomegranate Yogurt, 96, 97

Tuna Fagioli, 132, 133

Yellow Tarka Dahl, 82–83

chiles, 13

Charred Squid with Lima Beans and Chile, 136, 137

Chile Chard and Chickpeas with Roasted Garlic, 76

Chile Green Beans, 130

Cilantro and Chile Sauce, 205

Garlic-Chile Dressing, 143

Red and Fiery Pesto, 210

Roasted Tomato Salsa with Green Chile, 207

Standby Veggie Chili, 48

chorizo: Skipper’s Soup, 179

cilantro:

Ceviche with Cilantro Salad, 106, 107

Cilantro and Chile Sauce, 205

Lime-Cilantro Dressing, 192

Citrus Vinaigrette, 186

Clark, Sam and Sam, 170

Clear Tofu Broth, 164

coconut, 13

coconut oil, 12

Coleslaw, Balsamic, 122, 123, 124

condiments, 13, 205–15

Cilantro and Chile Sauce, 205

Cucumber Raita, 208

Dry Rubs, 213–14

Green Herb Relish, 206

Masala Paste, 86, 87–88, 105

Pesto Four Ways, 210

Salsa Five Ways, 206–7

Tzatziki, 208

Wet Rubs, 215

corn: Clear Tofu Broth, 164

Cottage Pie, Lightweight, 150, 151

couscous:

Allegra McEvedy’s Bake-in-the-Bag Fish with Preserved Lemon Couscous, 131

Couscous with Lemon and Mirin Tofu, 70, 71

Crab and Artichokes, 60, 61

Crabmeat, Gazpacho with, 175

Creole Blackening Rub, 214

cucumber:

Broken Salmon with Cucumber and Dill, 108, 109

Cucumber Raita, 208

Debs’s Chicken Noodle Soup with Avocado and Cucumber, 183

Fennel, Cucumber, and Radish Salad with a Citrus Vinaigrette, 186

Fennel and Cucumber Salsa, 207

Greek Salad with Oregano and Mint, 194, 195–96

Green Gazpacho, 175

Spanish Gazpacho, 174–75

Summer Cucumber Salad with Dill, 184, 185

Summertime Special Soup, 166–67

Superfood Belly Buster, 193

Tzatziki, 208

Cumin-Scented Turkey Burgers with Tomato Salsa, 140, 141

D

dahl:

Dahl Four Ways, 81–83

Green Lentils and Mint, 82

Red Tomato Dahl, 81

Spinach, Pea, and Lime Dahl, 83

Yellow Tarka Dahl, 82–83

dairy products, 12

Dashi Stock, 178

Debs’s Chicken Noodle Soup with Avocado and Cucumber, 183

Dijon Vinaigrette, 185

Dry Rubs, 213–14

Asian, 213

Creole Blackening Rub, 214

Egyptian Dukkah, 214

Indian Masala, 213

Italian Fennel and Thyme, 213

Ras al Hanout, 213

Texas Dry Rub, 214

Tunisian, 213

E

Eastern Feta Salad, 196

edamame, 14, 217

Spicy Edamame, 77

eggplant:

Ratatouille with Rye Toast, 44, 45–46

Spiced Baby Eggplant with Pomegranate Yogurt, 96, 97

Super Simple Eggplant Curry, 62

eggs, 13, 14, 17, 217

Fluffed Shrimp Omelet, 36, 37

Fresh Pea, Smoked Trout, and Dill Omelet, 57

Gazpacho with Eggs, 175

Gravlax with Eggs, 59

High-Energy Breakfast, 39

Lean Eggs and Ham, 20

No-Potato Salade Niçoise, 200, 201

Poached Eggs with Spinach, Portobello Mushroom, and Cherry Tomatoes, 30, 31

Scrambled Eggs with Smoked Salmon, 28, 29

Shakshouka, 32, 33

Smoked Fish with Spinach and Poached Egg, 118, 119

Soft-boiled Egg with Asparagus Spears, 18, 19

Swiss, Tomato, and Arugula Omelet, 58

Tamagoyaki (Rolled Omelet), 40, 41–42

Two-Egg Omelet Four Ways, 56, 57–58

Wild Mushrooms with Sage, Soft Poached Egg, and Parmesan, 89

Wilted Spinach, Fava Beans, and Pecorino Omelet, 58

Zucchini, Goat Cheese, and Red Onion Omelet, 57

Egyptian Dukkah, 214

Everything-from-the-Garden Soup, 172, 173

F

fantastic five, 11

fast day:

carbs, 11

dairy, 12

fats, 12

flavorings, 11, 13

grains, 12

kitchen equipment, 14

legumes, 12

really lazy diet, 16–17

salt and pepper, 13

seeds and nuts, 12

snacks, 217

sweeteners, 13

ten things in freezer, 13–14

ten things in fridge, 13

what to eat?, 6–10

when to eat?, 10

Fast Day Minestrone, 182

Fast Day Muesli with Fresh Cherry or Strawberry Yogurt, 38

Fast Day Tricolore Three Ways, 53

FastDiet, 3

5:2 form, 3

6:1 form, 3

food-free breathing space, 10

for foodies, 4

thefastdiet.co.uk, 4

what to eat?, 6–10

when to eat?, 10

where’s the catch?, 3

fasting, 1, 3

fasting window, 10

fat(s), 2, 9, 12, 14

fat loss, vs. weight loss, 2

Fearnley-Whittingstall, Hugh, 1, 3, 120

fennel:

Allegra McEvedy’s Bake-in-the-Bag Fish with Preserved Lemon Couscous, 131

Baked Pork Tenderloin with Fennel, 142

Fennel, Cucumber, and Radish Salad with a Citrus Vinaigrette, 186

Fennel and Cucumber Salsa, 207

Italian Fennel and Thyme Rub, 213

River Cottage Fish Parcels with Asian Spices, 120

Roast Monkfish with Fennel, Garlic, and Rosemary, 104

Salmon with Shaved Fennel and Orange Salad, 66, 68

Skinny Bouillabaisse, 180, 181

White Fish Stew with Orange and Fennel, 127, 128, 129

fig(s):

Pink Leaves, Red Fruits, and Blue Cheese, 203

Watermelon, Fresh Fig, and Prosciutto, 22

Winter Waldorf Salad, 197

fish, 103–39

Allegra McEvedy’s Bake-in-the-Bag Fish with Preserved Lemon Couscous, 131

Allegra McEvedy’s Scallops with Asparagus, 125–26

Ceviche with Cilantro Salad, 106, 107

Charred Squid with Lima Beans and Chile, 136, 137

Crab and Artichokes, 60, 61

Fish Stock, 127, 129

Fluffed Shrimp Omelet, 36, 37

Fragrant Pho, 162, 163

Fresh Pea, Smoked Trout, and Dill Omelet, 57

Garlic Masala Shrimp, 105

Gravlax with Eggs, 59

Herring with a Spiced Almond Crust, 134–35

Leek and Lemon Shrimp, 121

O’Kelly Fish, 110

Oysters with Mignonette, 103

Pea, Shrimp, and Pea Shoot Salad, 190, 191

River Cottage Fish Parcels with Asian Spices, 120

Roasted Sardines with Moroccan Spices, 138

Roast Monkfish with Fennel, Garlic, and Rosemary, 104

Sashimi with Wasabi and Pickled Ginger, 54

Seared Mackerel on a Rainbow Salad, 139

Seared Sesame Tuna Four Ways, 129–30

Skewered Monkfish with Balsamic Coleslaw, 122, 123, 124

Skinny Bouillabaisse, 180, 181

Smoked Fish with Spinach and Poached Egg, 118, 119

Smoked Trout and Celery Root with Horseradish Cream, 69

Steamed Mussels in Light Tomato Broth, 116, 117

Stir-fry Lemongrass Shrimp with Shirataki Noodles, 124–25

Tuna Fagioli, 132, 133

Vietnamese Sea Bass, 112, 113

White Fish Stew with Orange and Fennel, 127, 128, 129

Whole Baked Sea Bass with Lemongrass, 114, 115

see also salmon

flavonoids, 7

flavorings, 11, 13, 16

flaxseed oil, 12

Fragrant Pho, 162, 163

French Tarragon and Lemon Chicken, 147

fruits, 7–8, 16

Oatmeal with Jewel Fruits, 26, 27

Pink Leaves, Red Fruits, and Blue Cheese, 203

G

garlic, 8, 11, 15

Chile Chard and Chickpeas with Roasted Garlic, 76

Garlic-Chile Dressing, 143

Garlic Masala Shrimp, 105

Roast Monkfish with Fennel, Garlic, and Rosemary, 104

Simple Lemon, Garlic, and Herb Dressing, 211

Gazpacho:

Green, 175

Spanish, 174–75

variations, 175

ginger, 11, 13

Carrot and Ginger Soup, 167–68

Sashimi with Wasabi and Pickled Ginger, 54

Stir-fried Broccoli with Ginger, Garlic, Soy, and Hazelnuts, 73

Ginger Man’s Grilled Chicken, The, 160, 161

glossary, 223

glycemic index (GI), 6, 223

glycemic load (GL), 6, 223

goulash: Red Vegetable Goulash with Kohlrabi and Radish Salad, 99, 100

grains, 12

grapes, 217

Gravlax with Eggs, 59

Greek Salad with Oregano and Mint, 194, 195–96

Green Classic Pesto, 210

Green Gazpacho, 175

Green Lentils and Mint, 82

Green Papaya Salad with Chargrilled Beef, 143

H

ham: Lean Eggs and Ham, 20

Harissa-Spiked Chicken, 148

herbs, 13, 15

Beef Carpaccio with Lemon-Dressed Herbs, 46, 47

Green Herb Relish, 206

Simple Herb Salad with Warm Buttered Almonds, 196–97

Simple Lemon, Garlic, and Herb Dressing, 211

Herring with a Spiced Almond Crust, 134–35

High-Energy Breakfast, 39

honey, 13

horseradish:

Beet and Apple Soup with Horseradish, 176, 177

Horseradish Cream, 69

Horseradish Dressing, 188

Hot, Sweet, and Sour Tofu, 101

hummus, 13, 217

Red Pepper Hummus, Crudités, and Flatbread Dippers, 63

I

Indian Masala Rub, 213

Intermittent Fasting (IF), 2–3, 10

Iraqi Pomegranate Stew, 93

Italian Chicken, Skewered, 147

Italian Fennel and Thyme Rub, 213

J

Japanese Breakfast Special, 40, 41–42

Jerk Rub, 215

K

kale: Salmon with Peppered Kale, 67

kitchen equipment, 14

kohlrabi: Red Vegetable Goulash with Kohlrabi and Radish Salad, 99, 100

L

Leek and Lemon Shrimp, 121

legumes, 12

lemon(s), 13

Allegra McEvedy’s Bake-in-the-Bag Fish with Preserved Lemon Couscous, 131

French Tarragon and Lemon Chicken, 147

Leek and Lemon Shrimp, 121

Lemon-Scented Sticky Chicken with Roasted Veggies, 149

Lemon-Sumac Dressing, 196

Lemon Zinger Rub, 215

Simple Lemon, Garlic, and Herb Dressing, 211

Steamed Broccolini with Chile, Lemon, and Almonds, 73

lemongrass:

Citrus Vinaigrette, 186

Fragrant Pho, 162, 163

Lemongrass Dipping Sauce, 130

Stir-fry Lemongrass Shrimp with Shirataki Noodles, 124–25

Whole Baked Sea Bass with Lemongrass, 114, 115

lentils, 15, 199

Green Lentils and Mint, 82

Red Lentil Tikka Masala with Rye Barley Roti, 86, 87–88

Red Tomato Dahl, 81

Red Vegetable Goulash with Kohlrabi and Radish Salad, 99, 100

Salmon with a Warm Puy Lentil Salad, 68

Spinach, Pea, and Lime Dahl, 83

Warm Puy Lentils with Tomatoes and Crumbled Feta, 49

Lettuce Bowls with Shiitake Mushrooms and Hoisin Shredded Chicken, 156, 157

lime juice, 11

Lime Chicken Salad, Szechuan Style, 145

Lime-Cilantro Dressing, 192

Peanut Butter–Lime Dressing, 139

Spinach, Pea, and Lime Dahl, 83

Yogurt-Lime Dressing, 108

Lo-Lo Meatballs with Cavolo Nero, 154, 155

M

mackerel: Seared Mackerel on a Rainbow Salad, 139

masala:

Garlic Masala Shrimp, 105

Indian Masala Rub, 213

Masala Paste, 105

Masala-Style Chicken with Raita, 146

Red Lentil Tikka Masala with Rye Barley Roti, 86, 87–88

McEvedy, Allegra, 125, 131, 177

McKellar, Ben, 160

Meal Plans, 219, 220

meat, 15, 141–61

Baked Pork Tenderloin with Fennel, 142

Beef Carpaccio with Lemon-Dressed Herbs, 46, 47

Cumin-Scented Turkey Burgers with Tomato Salsa, 140, 141

Green Papaya Salad with Chargrilled Beef, 143

Lightweight Cottage Pie, 150, 151

Lo-Lo Meatballs with Cavolo Nero, 154, 155

Warming Winter Stew, 158, 159

see also chicken

Memphis BBQ Rub, 215

Mignonette, 103

Minestrone, Fast Day, 182

mint:

Cucumber Raita, 208

Greek Salad with Oregano and Mint, 194, 195–96

Green Lentils and Mint, 82

Mint Vinaigrette, 195

Young Yellow Squash with Feta, Lemon Zest, and Mint, 50, 51

mirepoix, 13

Miso Soup, 40, 41, 217

monkfish:

Roast Monkfish with Fennel, Garlic, and Rosemary, 104

Skewered Monkfish with Balsamic Coleslaw, 122, 123, 124

Moroccan Spices, Roasted Sardines with, 138

Mosley, Michael, 1, 3, 223

muesli, 16

Fast Day Muesli with Fresh Cherry or Strawberry Yogurt, 38

mushrooms:

Asparagus Salad with Red Onion and Griddled Mushroom, 187

Lettuce Bowls with Shiitake Mushrooms and Hoisin Shredded Chicken, 156, 157

Mushroom, Pepper, and Tomato Concassé with Thin Rye Crispbread, 34, 35–36

Mushrooms with Mozzarella, Pecorino, and Spinach, 78, 79

Poached Eggs with Spinach, Portobello Mushroom, and Cherry Tomatoes, 30, 31

Pumpkin with Rainbow Chard and Wild Mushrooms, 75

Shiitake Noodle Dashi, 178

Standby Veggie Chili, 48

Vietnamese Sea Bass, 112, 113

Wild Mushrooms with Sage, Soft Poached Egg, and Parmesan, 89

mussels:

Skinny Bouillabaisse, 180, 181

Steamed Mussels in Light Tomato Broth, 116, 117

myths about eating, 3–4

N

noodles, shirataki, 11

Shiitake Noodle Dashi, 178

Stir-fry Lemongrass Shrimp with Shirataki Noodles, 124–25

No-Potato Salade Niçoise, 200, 201

North African Chermoula, 215

North African Spring Vegetable Broth, 170

nuts, 12, 217

O

oatmeal, 12

Beauty Breakfast Shake, 42–43

Herring with crust of, 135

Oatmeal with Jewel Fruits, 26, 27

Spiced Pear Porridge, 43

oils, 12, 14

O’Kelly Fish, 110

olives:

Feta and Black Olive Pizzetta, 55

Greek Salad with Oregano and Mint, 194, 195–96

Herring with Tapenade Crust, 135

No-Potato Salade Niçoise, 200, 201

O’Kelly Fish, 110

Sarah Raven’s Chicken Puttanesca, 152, 153

onions:

Asparagus Salad with Red Onion and Griddled Mushroom, 187

Smoked Salmon with Capers and Red Onion, 21

Zucchini, Goat Cheese, and Red Onion Omelet, 57

oranges:

Blood Orange, Arugula, and Pistachios, 53

Orange Feta Salad, 196

Salmon with Shaved Fennel and Orange Salad, 66, 68

Watercress, Orange, and Almond Salad with Poppy Seed Dressing, 202

White Fish Stew with Orange and Fennel, 127, 128, 129

Oysters with Mignonette, 103

P

papaya: Green Papaya Salad with Chargrilled Beef, 143

Parsley and Pumpkin Seed Pesto, 210

Peanut Butter–Lime Dressing, 139

pears:

Pink Leaves, Red Fruits, and Blue Cheese, 203

Spiced Pear Porridge, 43

Pearson, Allison, 1

peas:

Balsamic Coleslaw, 122, 123, 124

French Tarragon and Lemon Chicken, 147

Fresh Pea, Smoked Trout, and Dill Omelet, 57

Iraqi Pomegranate Stew, 93

North African Spring Vegetable Broth, 170

Pea, Shrimp, and Pea Shoot Salad, 190, 191

Spinach, Pea, and Lime Dahl, 83

Summertime Special Soup, 166–67

Superfood Belly Buster, 193

Penny’s Beet Salad, 188

peppers, 15

Green Gazpacho, 175

Mushroom, Pepper, and Tomato Concassé with Thin Rye Crispbread, 34, 35–36

Ratatouille with Rye Toast, 44, 45–46

Roasted Red Pepper Pesto, 210

Roasted Red Pepper Soup, 165

Romano Peppers and Spinach Chicken, 148

Seared Mackerel on a Rainbow Salad, 139

Shakshouka, 32, 33

Spanish Gazpacho, 174–75

pesto:

Green Classic, 210

Mozzarella and Pesto Pizzetta, 55

Parsley and Pumpkin Seed, 210

Pesto Four Ways, 210

Pesto Pronto Salmon with Ribbon Veggies, 65

Red and Fiery, 210

Roasted Red Pepper, 210

Pho, Fragrant, 162, 163

pickles, 13

Pink Leaves, Red Fruits, and Blue Cheese, 203

pistachios, 217

pizzetta:

Feta and Black Olive, 55

Mozzarella and Pesto, 55

Tapenade, Pine Nut, and Marjoram, 55

plants, 7–8

plum: Yogurt with Plum, Blanched Almonds, and Agave Nectar, 24, 25

Pomegranate Stew, Iraqi, 93

popcorn, 217

Poppy Seed Dressing, 202

pork:

Baked Pork Tenderloin with Fennel, 142

Lo-Lo Meatballs with Cavolo Nero, 154, 155

Memphis BBQ Rub, 215

Porridge, Spiced Pear, 43

prosciutto: Watermelon, Fresh Fig, and Prosciutto, 22

protein, 6–7

Pumpkin Seed and Parsley Pesto, 210

Pumpkin with Rainbow Chard and Wild Mushrooms, 75

Q

quinoa, 12

Superfood Belly Buster, 193

R

radishes:

Fennel, Cucumber, and Radish Salad with a Citrus Vinaigrette, 186

Red Vegetable Goulash with Kohlrabi and Radish Salad, 99, 100

Rainbow Salad, 139

raita:

Cucumber Raita, 208

Masala-Style Chicken with Raita, 146

Ras al Hanout, Dry Rub, 213

Ratatouille with Rye Toast, 44, 45–46

Raven, Sarah, 152

recipes, tips, 11, 14–16

Red Lentil Tikka Masala with Rye Barley Roti, 86, 87–88

Red Velvet Soup, 166

Renton, Alex, 177, 179

rice, 12

High-Energy Breakfast, 39

Iraqi Pomegranate Stew, 93

Walnut–Brown Rice Salad, 97, 98

Romano Peppers and Spinach Chicken, 148

Rye Barley Roti, 88

S

salad dressings:

Asian Dressing, 211

Citrus Vinaigrette, 186

Dijon Vinaigrette, 185

Garlic-Chile, 143

Horseradish, 188

Lemon-Sumac, 196

Lime-Cilantro, 192

Mint Vinaigrette, 195

Orange Vinaigrette, 196

Peanut Butter–Lime, 139

Poppy Seed Dressing, 202

Simple Lemon, Garlic, and Herb, 211

Soy-Balsamic, 122, 124

Soy-Mirin Dressing, 130

Tarragon Vinaigrette, 199

Tomato-Anchovy Dressing, 111

Tomato Vinaigrette, 211

Vinaigrette, 190

Waldorf, 197

Yogurt-Lime, 108

salads, 185–203

Asparagus Salad with Red Onion and Griddled Mushroom, 187

Balsamic Coleslaw, 122, 123, 124

Blood Orange, Arugula, and Pistachios, 53

Ceviche with Cilantro Salad, 106, 107

Classic Tricolore, 53

Eastern Feta Salad, 196

Fast Day Tricolore Three Ways, 53

Fennel, Cucumber, and Radish Salad with a Citrus Vinaigrette, 186

Greek Salad with Oregano and Mint, 194, 195–96

Green Bean Salad, 111

Green Papaya Salad with Chargrilled Beef, 143

Kohlrabi and Radish Salad, 98, 100

Lime Chicken Salad, Szechuan Style, 145

No-Potato Salade Niçoise, 200, 201

Orange Feta Salad, 196

Pea, Shrimp, and Pea Shoot Salad, 190, 191

Penny’s Beet Salad, 188

Pink Leaves, Red Fruits, and Blue Cheese, 203

Rainbow Salad, 139

Roasted Tricolore, 53

Salmon with a Warm Puy Lentil Salad, 68

Salmon with Shaved Fennel and Orange Salad, 66, 68

Simple Herb Salad with Warm Buttered Almonds, 196–97

Smoked Trout and Celery Root with Horseradish Cream, 69

Spinach, Blueberry, and Walnut Salad with a Tarragon Vinaigrette, 198, 199

Sprouts Spectacular, 192

Summer Cucumber Salad with Dill, 184, 185

Superfood Belly Buster, 193

Walnut–Brown Rice Salad, 97, 98

Watercress, Orange, and Almond Salad with Poppy Seed Dressing, 202

Winter Waldorf Salad, 197

salmon:

Broken Salmon with Cucumber and Dill, 108, 109

Gravlax with Eggs, 59

O’Kelly Fish, 110

Pesto Pronto Salmon with Ribbon Veggies, 65

Poached, with Green Bean Salad and Tomato-Anchovy Dressing, 111

Salmon Fillet Three More Ways, 108–11

Salmon Four Ways, 67

Salmon with a Tangle of Steamed Samphire, 67

Salmon with a Warm Puy Lentil Salad, 68

Salmon with Peppered Kale, 67

Salmon with Shaved Fennel and Orange Salad, 66, 68

Scrambled Eggs with Smoked Salmon, 28, 29

Smoked Salmon with Capers and Red Onion, 21

Steamed Salmon, 40, 42

salsas:

Classic Tomato Salsa, 206

Fennel and Cucumber Salsa, 207

Roasted Tomato Salsa with Green Chile, 207

Salsa Five Ways, 206–7

Salsa Verde, 130

Watercress Salsa Verde, 207

Watermelon Salsa, 207

samphire: Salmon with a Tangle of Steamed Samphire, 67

Sarah Raven’s Chicken Puttanesca, 152, 153

sardines: Roasted Sardines with Moroccan Spices, 138

Sashimi with Wasabi and Pickled Ginger, 54

sauces:

Bagna Cauda with Grilled Vegetables, 84, 85

Chile Green Beans, 130

Cilantro and Chile Sauce, 205

Cinnamon Dip, 22, 23

Cucumber Raita, 208

Horseradish Cream, 69

Lemongrass Dipping Sauce, 130

Mignonette, 103

Pesto Four Ways, 210

Salsa Verde, 130

Soy-Mirin Dressing, 130

Spiced Balsamic Glaze, 94

Tahini Dip, 63

Tomato Concassé, 35–36

Tomato Sauce, 153

Tzatziki, 208

see also condiments; salad dressings

scallops: Allegra McEvedy’s Scallops with Asparagus, 125–26

Sea Bass:

Vietnamese, 112, 113

Whole Baked Sea Bass with Lemongrass, 114, 115

seeds, 12, 217

Shakshouka, 32, 33

Shorbat Rumman (Iraqi Pomegranate Stew), 93

shrimp, see fish

Skewered Italian Chicken, 147

Skewered Monkfish with Balsamic Coleslaw, 122, 123, 124

Skinny Bouillabaisse, 180, 181

Skipper’s Soup, 179

snacks, 10, 16–17, 217

sofritto, 13

sorrel: Spinach, Sorrel, and Nutmeg Soup, 171

soups, 9–10, 13, 163–83

Beet and Apple Soup with Horseradish, 176, 177

Bloody Mary Soup, 168

Carrot and Ginger Soup, 167–68

Clear Tofu Broth, 164

Debs’s Chicken Noodle Soup with Avocado and Cucumber, 183

Everything-from-the-Garden Soup, 172, 173

Fast Day Minestrone, 182

Fish Stock, 127, 129

Fragrant Pho, 162, 163

Green Gazpacho, 175

Miso Soup, 40, 41, 217

North African Spring Vegetable Broth, 170

Red Velvet Soup, 166

Roasted Red Pepper Soup, 165

Shiitake Noodle Dashi, 178

Skinny Bouillabaisse, 180, 181

Skipper’s Soup, 179

Spanish Gazpacho, 174–75

Spinach, Sorrel, and Nutmeg Soup, 171

Summertime Special Soup, 166–67

tips, 16, 17

soy sauce, 11

Soy-Balsamic Dressing, 122, 124

Soy-Mirin Dressing, 130

Spanish Gazpacho, 174–75

Spiced Balsamic Glaze, 94

Spiced Pear Porridge, 43

Spicy Edamame, 77

spinach:

Fast Day Minestrone, 182

Green Gazpacho, 175

Iraqi Pomegranate Stew, 93

Mushrooms with Mozzarella, Pecorino, and Spinach, 78, 79

Poached Eggs with Spinach, Portobello Mushroom, and Cherry Tomatoes, 30, 31

Red Lentil Tikka Masala with Rye Barley Roti, 86, 87–88

Romano Peppers and Spinach Chicken, 148

Smoked Fish with Spinach and Poached Egg, 118, 119

Spinach, Blueberry, and Walnut Salad with a Tarragon Vinaigrette, 198, 199

Spinach, Pea, and Lime Dahl, 83

Spinach, Sorrel, and Nutmeg Soup, 171

Superfood Belly Buster, 193

Wilted Spinach, Fava Beans, and Pecorino Omelet, 58

sprouts, 13

Sprouts Spectacular, 192

squash:

Warming Winter Stew, 158, 159

Young Yellow Squash with Feta, Lemon Zest, and Mint, 50, 51

squid: Charred Squid with Lima Beans and Chile, 136, 137

Steamed Salmon, 40, 42

stews:

Red Vegetable Goulash with Kohlrabi and Radish Salad, 99, 100

Shorbat Rumman (Iraqi Pomegranate Stew), 93

Skinny Bouillabaisse, 180, 181

Triple Bean Stew with Vanilla, 92

Warming Winter Stew, 158, 159

White Fish Stew with Orange and Fennel, 127, 128, 129

Stir-fry Lemongrass Shrimp with Shirataki Noodles, 124–25

stocks, 13, 15–16

Dashi Stock, 178

Fish Stock, 127, 129

strawberries, 13, 215

Strawberries with Ricotta, Black Pepper, and Balsamic, 20–21

Summer Cucumber Salad with Dill, 184, 185

Summer Poached Chicken with Lean Greens, 147

Summertime Special Soup, 166–67

Superfood Belly Buster, 193

suppers, 45–71

Beef Carpaccio with Lemon-Dressed Herbs, 46, 47

Couscous with Lemon and Mirin Tofu, 70, 71

Crab and Artichokes, 60, 61

Fast Day Tricolore Three Ways, 53

Gravlax with Eggs, 59

Pesto Pronto Salmon with Ribbon Veggies, 65

Ratatouille with Rye Toast, 44, 45–46

Red Pepper Hummus, Crudités, and Flatbread Dippers, 63

Salmon Four Ways, 67

Salmon with a Tangle of Steamed Samphire, 67

Salmon with Peppered Kale, 67

Salmon with Shaved Fennel and Orange Salad, 66, 68

Salmon with Warm Puy Lentil Salad, 68

Sashimi with Wasabi and Pickled Ginger, 54

Smoked Trout and Celery Root with Horseradish Cream, 69

Standby Veggie Chili, 48

Super Simple Eggplant Curry, 62

Tortilla Pizzetta Three Ways, 55

Two-Egg Omelet Four Ways, 56, 57–58

Warm Puy Lentils with Tomatoes and Crumbled Feta, 49

Young Yellow Squash with Feta, Lemon Zest, and Mint, 50, 51

sweeteners, 13

Szechuan Style Lime Chicken Salad, 145

T

Tagine, 215

Tahini Dip, 63

Tamagoyaki (Rolled Omelet), 40, 41–42

Tapenade, Pine Nut, and Marjoram Pizzetta, 55

Tarragon Vinaigrette, 199

Teriyaki Chicken with Sesame Seeds, 146

Texas Dry Rub, 214

Thai Stir-fry, Hot, 90, 91

tofu:

Clear Tofu Broth, 164

Couscous with Lemon and Mirin Tofu, 70, 71

Hot, Sweet, and Sour Tofu, 101

tomatoes, 7, 12

Allegra McEvedy’s Bake-in-the-Bag Fish with Preserved Lemon Couscous, 131

Bloody Mary Soup, 168

Classic Tomato Salsa, 206

Classic Tricolore, 53

Everything-from-the-Garden Soup, 172, 173

Fast Day Minestrone, 182

Greek Salad with Oregano and Mint, 194, 195–96

Lightweight Cottage Pie, 150, 151

Mushroom, Pepper, and Tomato Concassé with Thin Rye Crispbread, 34, 35–36

No-Potato Salade Niçoise, 200, 201

Poached Eggs with Spinach, Portobello Mushroom, and Cherry Tomatoes, 30, 31

Ratatouille with Rye Toast, 44, 45–46

Red and Fiery Pesto, 220

Red Lentil Tikka Masala with Rye Barley Roti, 86, 87–88

Red Tomato Dahl, 81

Red Vegetable Goulash with Kohlrabi and Radish Salad, 99, 100

Red Velvet Soup, 166

Roasted Red Pepper Soup, 165

Roasted Tomato Salsa with Green Chile, 207

Roasted Tricolore, 53

Sarah Raven’s Chicken Puttanesca, 152, 153

Shakshouka, 32, 33

skinning, 15

Skinny Bouillabaisse, 180, 181

Spanish Gazpacho, 174–75

Spiced Baby Eggplant with Pomegranate Yogurt, 96, 97

Spinach, Pea, and Lime Dahl, 83

Standby Veggie Chili, 48

Steamed Mussels in Light Tomato Broth, 116, 117

Superfood Belly Buster, 193

Swiss, Tomato, and Arugula Omelet, 58

Tomato-Anchovy Dressing, 111

Tomato Sauce, 153

Tomato Vinaigrette, 211

Tuna Fagioli, 132, 133

Warm Puy Lentils with Tomatoes and Crumbled Feta, 49

White Fish Stew with Orange and Fennel, 127, 128, 129

Yellow Tarka Dahl, 82–83

Tortilla Pizzetta Three Ways, 55

Tricolore Salads Three Ways, 53

Triple Bean Stew with Vanilla, 92

Tzatziki, 208

tuna:

No-Potato Salade Niçoise, 200, 201

Seared Sesame Tuna Four Ways, 129

Tuna Fagioli, 132, 133

Tunisian Rub, 213

turkey:

Cumin-Scented Turkey Burgers with Tomato Salsa, 140, 141

Lo-Lo Meatballs with Cavolo Nero, 154, 155

V

Varady, Krista, 223

vegetables, 7–9, 73–101

Bagna Cauda with Grilled Vegetables, 84, 85

Broccoli Three Ways, 72, 73–74

Calabaza con Acelgas, 75

Chile Chard and Chickpeas with Roasted Garlic, 76

cooking tips, 15, 16

crudités, 217

Dahl Four Ways, 81–83

Everything-from-the-Garden Soup, 172, 173

Fast Day Minestrone, 182

Hot Thai Stir-fry, 90, 91

Lemon-Scented Sticky Chicken with Roasted Veggies, 149

mirepoix, 13

Mushrooms with Mozzarella, Pecorino, and Spinach, 78, 79

North African Spring Vegetable Broth, 170

Pesto Pronto Salmon with Ribbon Veggies, 65

Red Lentil Tikka Masala with Rye Barley Roti, 86, 87–88

Red Pepper Hummus, Crudités, and Flatbread Dippers, 63

Red Vegetable Goulash with Kohlrabi and Radish Salad, 99, 100

Roasted Vegetables with Spiced Balsamic Glaze, 94, 95

Shorbat Rumman, 93

as snacks, 13, 16, 17, 215

Spiced Baby Eggplant with Pomegranate Yogurt, 96, 97

Spicy Edamame, 77

Standby Veggie Chili, 48

Triple Bean Stew with Vanilla, 92

Wild Mushrooms with Sage, Soft Poached Egg, and Parmesan, 89

Vietnamese Sea Bass, 112, 113

W

Waldorf Salad, Winter, 197

walnuts:

Pink Leaves, Red Fruits, and Blue Cheese, 203

Spinach, Blueberry, and Walnut Salad with a Tarragon Vinaigrette, 198, 199

Walnut–Brown Rice Salad, 98

Warming Winter Stew, 158, 159

Watercress, Orange, and Almond Salad with Poppy Seed Dressing, 202

Watercress Salsa Verde, 207

Watermelon, Fresh Fig, and Prosciutto, 22

Watermelon Salsa, 207

Wet Rubs, 215

Jerk, 215

Lemon Zinger, 215

Memphis BBQ, 215

North African Chermoula, 215

White Fish Stew with Orange and Fennel, 127, 128, 129

Winter Waldorf Salad, 197

Y

Yellow Tarka Dahl, 82–83

yogurt, 13

Beauty Breakfast Shake, 42–43

Cucumber Raita, 208

Fast Day Muesli with Fresh Cherry or Strawberry Yogurt, 38

Spiced Baby Eggplant with Pomegranate Yogurt, 96, 97

Super Simple Eggplant Curry, 62

Tahini Dip, 87

Tzatziki, 208

Yogurt-Lime Dressing, 108

Yogurt with Plum, Blanched Almonds, and Agave Nectar, 24, 25

Z

zucchini:

Asparagus Salad with Red Onion and Griddled Mushroom, 187

Couscous with Lemon and Mirin Tofu, 70, 71

Fluffed Shrimp Omelet, 56, 57, 58

Ratatouille with Rye Toast, 44, 45–46

Zucchini, Goat Cheese, and Red Onion Omelet, 57