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Soft Boiled Eggs With Miso, Lemon And Cilantro

The bright tartness of the lemon, chile spice and intense umami taste of the miso paste all provide beautiful counterpoints to the richness of the egg.

Sesame Noodles With Cucumber

This simple recipe is a fantastic side with other Asian-inspired dishes. If you're not a big fan of spicy food, you may wish to go a bit more gently on the chili flakes. Read more about this recipe at Cook & Eat.

Maple-Walnut Cookies

Despite my constant whining about winter, I fully recognize that the season Below Zero does have at least a few minor benefits... when the season finally begins to wane, you have the opportunity to eat fresh maple syrup. This recipe comes from Ricki of Diet, Dessert and Dogs and was the winner of Root Source Challenge: Maple Syrup.

Peanut Udon Noodles With Ginger, Lemon And Chives

Noodles and peanut sauce are a classic Southeast Asian combination. The addition of lemon juice and honey to these make them sweet and sour, and fresh chives give them a grounded earthiness. Soba, or any other noodle would work in place of the udons.

Kale And Sundried Tomato Hummus On Grilled Sourdough

I’m always looking for tasty food that’s quick to prepare, and more ways to incorporate dark leafy greens into my diet. This little number does both. Read more about this recipe at VeganYumYum.

Kale Soup

I made this soup last night, and I thought it was tasty and satisfying, but those who aren’t used to kale, quinoa and tahini might need to be coaxed. Read more about this recipe at VeganYumYum.

Spinach Falafel With Tahini Sauce

This non-traditional falafel is a light twist on the classic (which is often too heavy, especially as a side dish or mezze). It pairs wonderfully with a glass of pinot noir. Read more about this recipe in Spice: Flavors of the Eastern Mediterreanean

Baba Ghanoush

There are countless variations on this standard Middle Eastern salad. We like to roast the eggplants first; it gives this dish a nice smoky flavor.

Cucumber And Tomato Salad With Tahini Dressing

You can use this tahini-dressed salad as filling for falafel or serve it on its own. Store extra tahini sauce in the refrigerator. Read more about this recipe at VeganYumYum.

Sesame Soba With Chicken, Broccoli And Basil

This warm noodle dish with Japanese flavors is a satisfying meal in itself, and a great way to use up a leftover cooked chicken breast. Read more about this recipe at hogwash.

Eggplant With Pomegranate And Tahini Yogurt

Blending plain yogurt with nutty tahini and pungent garlic turns it into a simple quick sauce for just about anything. Here it's drizzled over pomegranate molasses and red wine vinegar brushed-eggplant slices. Adapted from Claudia Roden's Arabesque.