Snacks and Sides
Recipe Type: Snacks and Sides
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Navel Orange Sweet Potatoes
Recipe Type: Snacks and SidesContinue ReadingJust in time for Thanksgiving, this healthy recipe proves you don’t need to load sweet potatoes down with marshmallows and brown sugar for them to be delicious! Fresh orange juice and zest give this sweet-and-savory dish holiday flair that will be a hit with the whole family. Ingredients: 1 Pittman & Davis Navel Orange, juiced and zested 2 lbs. sweet potatoes 1 Tbsp. olive oil 1 tsp. fresh thyme, chopped ½ tsp. cinnamon ¾ tsp. sea salt, divided ⅛ tsp. ground black pepper Directions: Heat oven to 425° Lightly grease a large, rimmed baking sheet with olive oil. Trim the…
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Baked Grapefruit with Mint
Recipe Type: Snacks and SidesContinue ReadingDon’t write off this vibrant, delicious, simple-to-make treat as a “diet” dish! Fragrant and juicy-sweet, this is a great way to use up an abundance of fruit. The mint adds freshness to the flavor, or substitute cinnamon for a more “fall/holiday” taste. You can also use honey or maple syrup in place of the sugar. Ingredients: 2 Pittman & Davis Rio Ruby™ Red Grapefruit ¼ c. brown sugar Fresh mint, finely chopped Directions: Preheat oven to 400° Cut grapefruits in half and discard any large seeds. To loosen sections, cut between flesh and membrane with small paring knife. Place grapefruit…
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Continue ReadingCitrus always adds bright flavor to succulent shellfish, and this recipe makes use of sweet-tart, vibrant grapefruit! Low in saturated fat and cholesterol, this dressy dish is elevated by Rio Ruby™ Grapefruit, which acts as a tangy platform for the seared scallops. Ingredients: 2 Pittman & Davis Rio Ruby™ Red Grapefruits ½ tsp. honey ¼ tsp. lemon juice ½” fresh ginger, peeled 3 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 1 lb. sea scallops, halved ¼ tsp. coarse salt 1 c. arugula sprouts Freshly ground pepper Description: Remove peel and pith from each grapefruit. Holding the grapefruit over a bowl, carve out the…
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Pear Waldorf Pitas
Recipe Type: Snacks and SidesContinue ReadingHealthy but full of flavor, these low-calorie treats will brighten up your next luncheon or shower. To make them a bit more substantial, add some shredded chicken and watch how fast they vanish! Tuck each one into a colorful napkin for a lively visual presentation. Ingredients: 2 Pittman & Davis Pears, diced ½ c. celery, thinly sliced ½ c. seedless red grapes, halved 2 Tbsp. walnuts, finely chopped 2 Tbsp. lemon yogurt 2 tbsp. mayonnaise ⅛ tsp. poppy seeds 10 mini pitas, halved Lettuce leaves, for garnish Directions: In large bowl combine pears, celery, grapes, and walnuts. In another bowl,…
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Continue ReadingLooking for a wholesome snack? These slow-roasted pears provide a gluten-free alternative to crackers when served with cheese and are super-tasty besides! An easy and delicious way to use up extra pears, these make a great portable lunch snack as well. Ingredients: Pittman & Davis Bartlett Pears Ground cinnamon (optional) Maple syrup (optional) Directions: Pre-heat oven to 225° Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Using a sharp chef’s knife, slice the unpeeled pears very thin lengthwise. Leave plain, toss with cinnamon or cinnamon sugar, or brush slices with maple syrup if desired. Bake pear slices in pre-heated oven 1½…
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Pittman & Davis Watermelon Salad
Recipe Type: Snacks and SidesContinue ReadingOn hot, sultry summer days when everything seems too heavy, prepare this refreshing salad! It’s full of sweet and cool watermelon, cucumber and mint leaves, while the avocado and feta cheese add a savory touch. A lime-garlic vinaigrette dressing adds zing. For extra bite, toss in some sliced hot pepper! Ingredients: For the salad: 5 c. Pittman & Davis Watermelon, cubed 1 c. English cucumber, diced ¼ c. red onions, thinly sliced ⅓ c. feta cheese, crumbled 1 avocado, cubed ⅓ c. mint leaves, torn ½ jalapeño or serrano pepper, thinly sliced, optional Sea salt, to taste For the dressing:…
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Continue ReadingEverything’s great when grilled! Light the tiki torches, fire up the grill, and let this appetizer/dessert turn your summer barbecue into a luau. Brown sugar and honey add extra sweetness to our tropical treasures, while zingy lime gives it an extra kick. Ingredients: For the pineapple: 1 Pittman & Davis Paradise Pineapple ¼ c. packed brown sugar 3 Tbsp. honey 2 Tbsp. lime juice For the lime dip: 3 oz. cream cheese, softened ¼ c. plain yogurt 2 Tbsp. honey 1 Tbsp. brown sugar 1 Tbsp. lime juice 1 tsp. grated lime zest Directions: Peel and core pineapple; cut vertically…
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Pittman & Davis Thai Mango Salad
Recipe Type: Snacks and SidesContinue ReadingThis light and delicious salad is a perfect meal on a hot summer’s day. Balancing the sweetness of mangos with the acidity of lime, this dish has a pleasing array of contrasting smooth and crunchy textures with an added spicy kick from the chili. Ingredients: For the salad: 1 large Pittman & Davis Tropical Mango 1 large red pepper Handful of Cos lettuce leaves 2 spring onions, white parts sliced finely 1 small zucchini 1 red chili pepper, diced finely Handful of roasted cashews (or peanuts), chopped Fresh coriander and/or mint, chopped + a few whole leaves for garnish For…
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Continue ReadingOnions are used worldwide as a base for many dishes because of the luscious flavor they impart. Their taste ranges from raw and pungent, to sweet and tasty, and they are often sweated to transparency or slightly browned until caramelized. Onions are prized and included in many southern recipes. Southerners include it in their dips and salads, meat and chicken dishes, even fish and beef entrees. One of the most famous southern casserole recipes you can find is the Southern Sweet Georgia Onion Casserole. It boasts of a creamy texture and cheesy flavor that is heavily loaded with sweet onions…
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Tropical Cobb Salad Recipe
Recipe Type: Snacks and SidesContinue ReadingCobb Salad is a spring favorite and is a great way to combine hearty ingredients with a delicious salad. This version blends the tropical goodness of Pittman & Davis mangoes with a refreshing dressing to give this traditional dish a tropical twist. This Tropical Cobb Salad is a meal in itself. Try it today. Ingredients 7 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, divided 6 garlic cloves crushed 4 skinless, boneless chicken thighs, cut into ¾” pieces kosher salt 1 Tbsp curry powder 2 Tbsp fresh lime juice 6 cups green lettuce 2 ripe avocados sliced 2 Pittman & Davis mangoes peeled and…