Geetha's Kitchen

This fresh tasting Tabbouleh makes a light meal or a refreshing snack/starter; offer with other wonderful Middle Eastern dishes such as Dolma (Rice stuffed Grape Leaves), Smoky Red Pepper OR  Regular  Hummus , White Bean Dip , Vegetable Caviar , Baba Ghanoush, etc for a more substantial meal. Notes:  This recipe maybe doubled or tripled etc as needed. Tabbouleh tastes fresh and is best enjoyed within a couple of days of making. The Tabbouleh maybe prepared with Quinoa or Cauliflower alone or both as prefereed.  You may use 2 Tbsp Bulgur (Cracked Wheat #1) soaked in about 1/2 cup of boiling water for 30 minutes instead of the quinoa or cauliflower if gluten is not a concern. Serves 2-4 Ingredients: 1/2 cup cooked Quinoa, cooled 1 cup Riced Cauliflower, raw or lightly cooked 1 large bunch Italian Parsley 1 large handful fresh Spearmint 1 small Persian Cucumber, finely diced 1 ripe Roma Tomato, diced finely and drained 1/2 ...

A simple but delicious Guacamole that will keep. The acid in the tomatillos and lime will keep the guacamole bright green especially when not serving right away. Great as a side or topping for all types of Mexican style fare like burritos, tacos, tostadas, etc. NOTE: For a milder guac, remove all or some of the cores from the jalapeños before chopping. Makes 2 1/2 cups INGREDIENTS: 2 large ripe but firm Avocados, peeled, pitted, and chopped 2 large Tomatillos, coarsely chopped - about 2 cups 1/4 of a White/Red Onion,  coarsely chopped - about 1/4 cup 1-2 Jalapeños, coarsely chopped - about 1/4 cup 1/2 cup fresh Cilantro, plus more for garnish Kosher salt and freshly ground Black Pepper to taste 1 small Key Lime, juiced To Serve: Warm Tortillas Corn/Wheat Tortilla Chips Raw Vegetables METHOD: In a food processor, combine tomatillos, onion, jalapeno, cilantro. Pulse until finely chopped. Spoon the chopped veggies into a bo...

Delicious and fresh tasting Green Chili makes a hearty meal; this makes enough to put aside a portion in the freezer for another day or share with friends. Just like the other chilis ( Vegetarian Chili Or White Chili ), this is another crowd or family pleasing meal; set out all the toppings for each person to choose for themselves. Notes: Any dried white bean maybe used - great northern, cannelini, lima, etc. If roasting the chiles is not an option, use 1 small can ( about 1/2 cup) of roasted green chiles or a green bell pepper. If using bell peppers, dice and add to chili without roasting. Fresh or frozen white corn kernels make a nice tasty addition. Any extra chili maybe promptly chilled and reserved in the fridge for later. Chili can also be frozen for up to 3 months. 8-10 servings Ingredients 1 pound White Beans, cooked 2 Poblano Chiles OR 1 green Bell Pepper, diced 3-4 medium Tomatillos, husks removed and washed 1-2 cups fresh Spinach 1 large yellow/w...