Rainbow Peanut Slaw

So ya'll know my feelings about farmer's markets. Two weeks ago I had the wonderful opportunity to visit the market with Craig's mom, and we had a great time. In addition to all the wonderful goodies we picked up, I grabbed some sweet green cabbage. It has a unique shape, sort of like a tulip. The farmer's explained it was a sweet heirloom variety. I am not sure of the official name, but it was sooo delicious!

Anyway, after returning home with a ton of goodies it seemed necessary to immediately make a tasty slaw. Because I hate mayo, I decided to do a Thai inspired peanut slaw, using all the tasty veggies I grabbed at the farmer's market. I combined cabbage, bok choy, radishes, carrots with some fresh herbs. It was simple, flavorful and delicious. As a bonus, the peanut dressing is extremely filling.

It turned out so well I decided to make it again for our cookout this weekend. It was the perfect compliment to my Thai lamb kabobs.

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Fish Tacos

Fish tacos are one of my all time favorite restaurant treats. This recipe is a lighter, homemade version with tons of flavor and far fewer calories. Instead of frying the fish, I grilled whole tilapia filets in my cast iron skillet and topped with some crispy pickled cabbage and creamy guacamole. This recipe will yield extra guac that you can eat with chips or your favorite veggies.
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Radish Cabbage Slaw

Radishes are in season, easy to find at the grocery store or farmer's market and a healthy, crisp addition to any salad. This slaw is simple spring meal that you can throw together in minutes. Crisp green cabbage is filled with vitamin C, fiber, sulphur and iodine. Cabbage is also an excellent detoxifier, purifying blood and removing toxins such as free radicals and uric acid. This healthy slaw is an excellent alternative to traditional cole slaw at your next barbecue or picnic. The dressing, a antioxidant packed combo of lime, garlic and ginger, is tangy and light.

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Napa Cabbage Salad with Chia Vinagrette

Everytime I go to the grocery store, I contemplate buying some napa cabbage. The oval shaped and yellow tinged veggies always catch my eye. I decided to grab one yesterday and create a salad/slaw that highlighted this tasty and healthy option. I thought the crunch of the cabbage would pair well with the crunch of chia seeds that I planned to use in a dressing. The rest sort of came together with ingredients I had lying around. This is a very filling salad, you coul d add some chicken or shrimp and make it a meal. Napa cabbage is also called celery cabbage or Chinease cabbage. It is easy to find in most grocery stores and farmers markets and is distinguished by its large oval shape and wide leaves. It can be eaten raw or cookd and adds a great crunch to stir fries and soups. Like other varities of cabbage, it's packed with vitamins A and C, and full of antioxidants and fiber. Full recipe after the jump.

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