Brunch Menu Recipe

Time1h 30m

Serves8

A selection of Mediterranean and California dishes served family style.

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare Hummus
In a food processor, blend 2 cups of cooked chickpeas, 1/4 cup tahini, 2 tablespoons olive oil, the juice of 1 lemon, 2 cloves of garlic, and salt to taste until smooth.
2
Make Tabbouleh Salad
Combine 1 cup of bulgur wheat (cooked), 2 cups of finely chopped parsley, 1 cup of diced tomatoes, 1/2 cup of diced cucumber, 1/4 cup of lemon juice, and salt to taste. Mix well and let sit in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
3
Stuff Grape Leaves
Prepare 20 grape leaves stuffed with a mixture of 1 cup of rice, 1/2 cup of pine nuts, 1/2 cup of chopped parsley, and spices. Steam until cooked through.

4
Prepare Avocado Toast
Toast 4 slices of whole grain bread. Top each slice with mashed avocado, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes to taste.
5
Poach Eggs
Bring a pot of water to a gentle simmer. Crack each egg into a small bowl and gently slide it into the water. Poach for 3-4 minutes until the whites are set and the yolk is still runny.
6
Roast Vegetables
Toss a variety of seasonal vegetables (like zucchini, bell peppers, and carrots) with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast in a preheated oven at 425°F (220°C) for 20-25 minutes.
7
Prepare Fruit Salad
Chop a mix of fresh fruits such as strawberries, blueberries, melon, and kiwi. Toss together in a large bowl.