Beet and Citrus Salad Roasted Beet and Fresh Citrus Salad with Goat Cheese and Pistachios Ingredients: 3 medium beets, trimmed 2 oranges, peeled and sliced 1 grapefruit, peeled and sliced 1/4 cup crumbled goat cheese 2 tablespoons chopped pistachios 2 cups arugula or mixed greens 1 tablespoon fresh mint leaves For the Dressing: 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon fresh orange juice 1 teaspoon honey 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard Salt and pepper to taste Directions: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Wrap beets individually in foil and roast for 45–60 minutes, or until tender. Let cool, then peel and slice into wedges. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, orange juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Arrange arugula or mixed greens on a platter. Top with roasted beet wedges, orange and grapefruit slices, and crumbled goat cheese. Drizzle with dressing and sprinkle with chopped pistachios and fresh mint. Serve immediately. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 1 hour | Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes Kcal: 280 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #beetsalad #citrussalad #roastedbeets #healthyrecipes #vegetarianmeals #glutenfree #saladideas #seasonalsalads #arugulasalad #goatcheese #pistachios #freshmint #gourmetsalad #easymeals #homemadedressing #farmtotable #meatlessmonday #wholefoodrecipes #colorfulsalads #beautifulplates Bright, fresh, and full of flavor This Beet and Citrus Salad is a feast for the eyes and your taste buds!

Halva Ice Cream Creamy Tahini Halva Ice Cream with Sesame Swirl Ingredients: 2 cups heavy cream 1 cup whole milk 3/4 cup sugar 1/2 cup crumbled sesame halva 1/3 cup tahini (sesame paste) 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Pinch of salt Optional: chopped pistachios or extra halva for garnish Directions: In a medium saucepan, combine milk, sugar, and salt. Heat over medium, stirring until sugar dissolves. Do not boil. Stir in the halva and tahini, whisking until melted and smooth. Remove from heat and let cool slightly. Add the heavy cream and vanilla extract. Mix well. Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight. Churn the mixture in an ice cream maker according to manufacturer’s instructions. Transfer to a container, layering with extra crumbled halva or a tahini swirl if desired. Freeze for at least 4 hours before serving. Serve with a sprinkle of chopped pistachios or halva chunks for added texture. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Chilling Time: 4 hours | Churning + Freezing Time: 6 hours Total Time: 10 hours 15 minutes Kcal: 310 kcal | Servings: 6 servings #halvaicecream #sesamedessert #middleeasternflavors #tahinitreats #icecreamrecipe #homemadeicecream #halvalove #frozendessert #sesameicecream #artisanalicecream #summerdessert #mediterraneanflavors #icecreamfromscratch #tahiniicecream #halvaobsession #sweettoothfix #creamytreat #frozenfusion #gourmetdessert #globalflavors Discover a new twist on tradition with this Halva Ice Cream – creamy, nutty, and absolutely irresistible!

Moroccan Spiced Banana Bread Fragrant Moroccan Banana Bread with Warm Spices and Orange Zest Ingredients: 3 ripe bananas, mashed 1/3 cup melted coconut oil or unsalted butter 1/2 cup brown sugar 2 large eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 teaspoon orange zest 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1/3 cup chopped walnuts or pistachios (optional) 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (for topping) Directions: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan and line with parchment paper. In a large bowl, whisk together the mashed bananas, melted oil or butter, brown sugar, eggs, vanilla, and orange zest until smooth. In a separate bowl, mix flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, ginger, cardamom, cloves, and nutmeg. Slowly fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Do not overmix. Stir in chopped nuts if using. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Sprinkle sesame seeds evenly over the top of the batter. Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the banana bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 55 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes Kcal: 290 kcal | Servings: 10 slices #bananabread #moroccanflavors #spicedbaking #easyloafrecipes #warmspices #aromaticbaking #comfortbake #bananabreadtwist #bakingfromscratch #homemadebread #orangeyzest #exoticflavors #globalbakes #sweetspicecombo #cozybaking #bakedtreats #bananarecipes #teaandcake #nuttybakes #dessertloaf Give your banana bread an exotic makeover with Moroccan spices and a hint of orange zest. This fragrant loaf is perfect for chilly mornings or afternoon tea!

Baklava Classic Honey-Walnut Baklava with Crisp Phyllo Layers Ingredients: For the baklava: 1 package phyllo dough (16 oz), thawed 2 cups walnuts, finely chopped 1 cup pistachios, finely chopped 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 cup unsalted butter, melted For the syrup: 1 cup granulated sugar 1 cup water 1/2 cup honey 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 cinnamon stick 2 strips lemon peel Directions: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, mix walnuts, pistachios, and cinnamon. Brush a 9x13-inch baking dish with melted butter. Place one sheet of phyllo dough in the pan, brush with butter, and repeat until 8 layers are stacked. Sprinkle a thin layer of the nut mixture over the phyllo. Add 4 more phyllo layers (buttering each), then another layer of nuts. Repeat until all nuts are used. Finish with 8 more phyllo sheets on top, buttering each. Cut the unbaked baklava into diamond or square shapes with a sharp knife. Bake for 45–50 minutes, or until golden and crisp. While baklava bakes, make the syrup. Combine sugar, water, honey, lemon juice, cinnamon stick, and lemon peel in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer for 10 minutes. Remove from heat and cool slightly. Remove baklava from the oven and immediately pour the warm syrup evenly over the hot baklava. Let it cool completely and soak for several hours or overnight before serving. Prep Time: 25 minutes | Cooking Time: 50 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes + soaking time Kcal: 290 kcal | Servings: 24 pieces #baklava #greekdessert #middleeasternsweets #phyllodessert #honeywalnutbaklava #homemadedesserts #traditionalbaking #sweettooth #dessertrecipe #holidaydessert #easybaklava #crispphyllo #nutsandhoney #authenticbaklava #bakedtreats #classicdesserts #mediterraneanflavors #makeaheaddessert #dessertlover #sweettreat This classic Baklava is flaky, buttery, and dripping with honeyed syrup. A crunchy, sweet delight perfect for any celebration!

Pistachio Ice Cream Creamy Homemade Pistachio Dream Ice Cream Ingredients: 1 cup shelled pistachios, unsalted 3/4 cup granulated sugar, divided 2 cups whole milk 1 cup heavy cream 5 large egg yolks 1/2 teaspoon almond extract 1/4 teaspoon salt A few drops of green food coloring (optional) Directions: In a food processor or blender, finely grind the pistachios with 1/4 cup of sugar until they form a coarse paste. Set aside. In a medium saucepan, combine milk and cream. Heat over medium until just simmering, then remove from heat. In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks with the remaining 1/2 cup sugar until the mixture is pale and thick. Slowly pour about half of the warm milk mixture into the egg yolks while whisking constantly to temper the eggs. Pour the tempered egg mixture back into the saucepan with the remaining milk and cook over low heat, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon (about 170°F/77°C). Do not boil. Remove from heat and stir in the pistachio paste, almond extract, salt, and green food coloring if using. Mix well. Let the mixture cool to room temperature, then chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight. Pour the chilled mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Transfer the ice cream to an airtight container and freeze for at least 2 hours before serving. Prep Time: 25 minutes | Cooking Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 4 hours 40 minutes (including chilling) Kcal: 320 kcal | Servings: 6 servings #pistachioicecream #homemadeicecream #creamyicecream #nuttydessert #summerdessert #icecreamlover #icecreamrecipe #pistachiodessert #frozendessert #dessertideas #sweettooth #icecreamtime #nutsinicecream #artisanicecream #frozentreat #cooldessert #summerrecipes #foodie #dessertlover #homemadedessert Nothing beats homemade Pistachio Ice Cream—rich, creamy, and packed with nutty flavor! Perfect for cooling off this summer! 🍦🌰💚