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Vegan Scalloped Yams and Zucchini

March 10, 2012 by epicureanvegan

Vegan Scalloped Yams and Zucchini -- Epicurean VeganI found myself with several yams and sometimes, I don’t always know what to do with them. So why not scalloped potatoes? I threw in some zucchini and onions, and topped it with some Daiya and panko. Delicious!

INGREDIENTS:
2 large yams, peeled and sliced thin
1 small onion
1 med zucchini, sliced, then quartered
1 Tbs olive oil
2 tsp garlic, minced
2-1/2 Tbs arrowroot
1/4 C nutritional yeast
2 C almond milk
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 Tbs rosemary
1/4 C panko
Vegan cheddar shreds

DIRECTIONS:
Preheat oven to 350. Boil the yams in a large soup pot for about 10 minutes, or until tender. Drain and set aside.

Vegan Scalloped Yams and Zucchini -- Epicurean Vegan

Meanwhile, heat the olive oil and garlic. Add the onions and cook 3-4 minutes. Add the zucchini and cook until softened. Add the seasonings.

Vegan Scalloped Yams and Zucchini -- Epicurean Vegan

Whisk together the milk, arrowroot, and nutritional yeast. Pour it into the skillet with the onions and zucchini. Stir continuously until the sauce begins to thicken.

Vegan Scalloped Yams and Zucchini -- Epicurean Vegan

Layer half of the yams into an 8″ baking dish. Pour half of the onion mixture on top and spread evenly around. Layer on the rest of the yams, then the mixture. Top with some cheese.

Vegan Scalloped Yams and Zucchini -- Epicurean Vegan

Cover and bake for 15 minutes. Uncover, sprinkle with the panko and bake another 15-20 minutes. Enjoy!

Vegan Scalloped Yams and Zucchini -- Epicurean Vegan

Vegan Scalloped Yams and Zucchini
 
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I found myself with several yams and sometimes, I don't always know what to do with them. So why not scalloped potatoes? I threw in some zucchini and onions, and topped it with some Daiya and panko. Delicious!
Author: Epicurean Vegan
Ingredients
  • 2 large yams, peeled and sliced thin
  • 1 small onion
  • 1 med zucchini, sliced, then quartered
  • 1 Tbs olive oil
  • 2 tsp garlic, minced
  • 2-1/2 Tbs arrowroot
  • ¼ C nutritional yeast
  • 2 C almond milk
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 1 Tbs rosemary
  • ¼ C panko
  • Vegan cheddar shreds
Directions
  1. Preheat oven to 350. Boil the yams in a large soup pot for about 10 minutes, or until tender. Drain and set aside.
  2. Meanwhile, heat the olive oil and garlic. Add the onions and cook 3-4 minutes. Add the zucchini and cook until softened. Add the seasonings.
  3. Whisk together the milk, arrowroot, and nutritional yeast. Pour it into the skillet with the onions and zucchini. Stir continuously until the sauce begins to thicken.
  4. Layer half of the yams into an 8" baking dish. Pour half of the onion mixture on top and spread evenly around. Layer on the rest of the yams, then the mixture. Top with some cheese.
  5. Cover and bake for 15 minutes. Uncover, sprinkle with the panko and bake another 15-20 minutes. Enjoy!
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Filed Under: Dinners, Sides Tagged With: almond milk, daiya, easy, gluten-free, nutritional yeast, panko, scalloped potatoes, soy-free, Sweet potatoes, Vegan, wheat-free, yams, zucchini

Breaded Zucchini and Rainbow Chard with Lentil Pilaf

April 5, 2011 by epicureanvegan

Breaded Zucchini and Rainbow Chard with Lentil Pilaf -- Epicurean VeganThis one’s a keeper. The Husband ranked this an 11 out of 10, but the Sixth Grader didn’t rank it quite that high. He loved the zucchini the most though. I received our box of produce yesterday from Green Buffalo which is good since I wasn’t planning on hitting the grocery store until today. The rainbow chard wooed me with its fresh, vibrant colors. I used 3 of the 5 zucchinis I got and added some lentil pilaf—packed with vitamins and protein, this meal will be a regular thing at my house.

INGREDIENTS:
12 stalks of rainbow chard
3 medium zucchini
3/4 C panko breadcrumbs
2 Tbs fresh thyme
1/4 tsp salt
1/8 tsp pepper
2 Tbs olive oil + 1 tsp, divided
1-6.75 oz box Near East Lentil Pilaf

DIRECTIONS:

Breaded Zucchini and Rainbow Chard with Lentil Pilaf -- Epicurean VeganStart the pilaf—it takes 35-40 minutes. In the meantime, prepare the vegetables: slice the zucchini lengthwise, then in half; set aside.

Breaded Zucchini and Rainbow Chard with Lentil Pilaf -- Epicurean VeganNext, chop up the chard—both stems and leaves. Transfer to a bowl. (It reminds me of that ribbon candy you see at Christmas time!)

Breaded Zucchini and Rainbow Chard with Lentil Pilaf -- Epicurean VeganCombine the panko, thyme, salt and pepper in a shallow bowl.

Breaded Zucchini and Rainbow Chard with Lentil Pilaf -- Epicurean VeganIn a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat 2 Tbs of olive oil. (I’d start this when the pilaf has about 20 minutes left). Bread the zucchini, pressing down firmly to coat it with the panko. Cook for about 2 minutes per side and transfer to a plate; cover with foil to keep warm.

Breaded Zucchini and Rainbow Chard with Lentil Pilaf -- Epicurean VeganOnce the zucchini is done, reduce heat to low and wipe out the pan with a paper towel. Add the remaining olive oil and chard to the pan.

Breaded Zucchini and Rainbow Chard with Lentil Pilaf -- Epicurean VeganI added a tiny bit of water after a couple of minutes and covered it to let the chard steam for a bit. Stir occasionally as the chard begins to wilt. If you have any of the panko mixture left, add that, along with salt and pepper, if you’d like. Continue cooking it for another few minutes. The pilaf ought to be done about the same time.

Breaded Zucchini and Rainbow Chard with Lentil Pilaf -- Epicurean Vegan

Top individual servings of the pilaf with a large spoonful of chard and 2-3 slices of the zucchini. Yuuummmm….Enjoy!

Breaded Zucchini and Rainbow Chard with Lentil Pilaf
 
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This one's a keeper. The Husband ranked this an 11 out of 10, but the Sixth Grader didn't rank it quite that high. He loved the zucchini the most though. I received our box of produce yesterday from Green Buffalo which is good since I wasn't planning on hitting the grocery store until today. The rainbow chard wooed me with its fresh, vibrant colors. I used 3 of the 5 zucchinis I got and added some lentil pilaf---packed with vitamins and protein, this meal will be a regular thing at my house.
Author: Epicurean Vegan
Ingredients
  • 12 stalks of rainbow chard
  • 3 medium zucchini
  • ¾ C panko breadcrumbs
  • 2 Tbs fresh thyme
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ⅛ tsp pepper
  • 2 Tbs olive oil + 1 tsp, divided
  • 1-6.75 oz box Near East Lentil Pilaf
Directions
  1. Start the pilaf---it takes 35-40 minutes. In the meantime, prepare the vegetables: slice the zucchini lengthwise, then in half; set aside.
  2. Next, chop up the chard---both stems and leaves. Transfer to a bowl
  3. Combine the panko, thyme, salt and pepper in a shallow bowl.
  4. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat 2 Tbs of olive oil. (I'd start this when the pilaf has about 20 minutes left). Bread the zucchini, pressing down firmly to coat it with the panko. Cook for about 2 minutes per side and transfer to a plate; cover with foil to keep warm.
  5. Once the zucchini is done, reduce heat to low and wipe out the pan with a paper towel. Add the remaining olive oil and chard to the pan.
  6. I added a tiny bit of water after a couple of minutes and covered it to let the chard steam for a bit. Stir occasionally as the chard begins to wilt. If you have any of the panko mixture left, add that, along with salt and pepper, if you'd like. Continue cooking it for another few minutes. The pilaf ought to be done about the same time.
  7. Top individual servings of the pilaf with a large spoonful of chard and 2-3 slices of the zucchini. Yuuummmm....Enjoy!
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Filed Under: Dinners Tagged With: breaded, chard, easy, lentils, panko, pilaf, rainbow chard, zucchini

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