The Paleo Diet Cookbook: More Than 150 Recipes for Paleo Breakfasts, Lunches, Dinners, Snacks, and Beverages
Selected Recipes fromThe Paleo Diet CookbookGreek Chicken Breast KebabsEveryone loves a kebab. This easy-to-prepare and fun-to-eat dish makes a festive presentation and will impress your guests. Be sure to make plenty as there will be many requests for seconds. Serves 4.Ingredients1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice2 teaspoons dried oregano1 tablespoon olive oil1 garlic clove, crushed4 6-ounce chicken cutlets, cut into 1-inch cubes8 skewers, wooden or metalDirectionsIf using wooden skewers, soak in water for one hour.Combine lemon juice with oregano, oil, and garlic in a small jar and shake well. Pour over chicken and mix well. Cover and refrigerate for at least two hours.Thread chicken onto skewers. Grill or broil at medium heat for twenty minutes, turning at the halfway point.Wild Salmon Basil BurgersThese seafood burgers are sure to be a big hit at your next barbecue. Cook them on the grill or broil them in the oven for a mouthwatering delight. Serves 4.Ingredients1½ pounds boneless wild king salmon fillet¼ cup minced fresh basil1 garlic clove, minced1 omega 3 egg1 teaspoon onion powderDirectionsHeat grill to medium or oven to broil.Place salmon in a food processor with basil and garlic and blend until smooth. Place mixture in a medium bowl. Combine with egg and onion powder and shape into patties. Cook for fifteen minutes, turning once.Dress with your favorite Paleo condiment and wrap with lettuce leaves.Caramelized Broccoli with Orange ZestFor a sweet twist on this vitamin-packed veggie, we toss broccoli with orange juice, resulting in a lovely caramelized dish. Serves 4.Ingredients2–3 broccoli heads, cut into bite-sized pieces2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper1 tablespoon freshly squeezed orange juice1 tablespoon orange zest1 tablespoon walnut oilDirectionsPreheat oven to broil. Place broccoli in large bowl and toss with olive oil and pepper. Drizzle with orange juice and orange zest and mix thoroughly. Arrange broccoli pieces evenly spaced on a rimmed baking sheet.Broil for ten to twelve minutes, until bright green and slightly tender. Remove from oven and toss with walnut oil.