Category Archives: Appetizers & Snacks

Armenian Tabbouleh

When we lived in Boston, we loved to go to the Armenian markets in Watertown and get a big spread of fresh bread, dips, and grape leaves. They were the only places that I liked to eat tabbouleh because it didn’t just taste like a big bite of raw parsley – it’s well balanced withContinue reading “Armenian Tabbouleh”

Eggplant Dip (Babaganoush)

This dip is part of my gateway recipes, where I take an ingredient that someone does not like and gives them a way to hopefully ease into enjoying it. Picky eaters are always welcome at Concord Kitchen! By gently blending the eggplant with delicious spices, aromatics, and some tahini and yogurt, anyone against the textureContinue reading “Eggplant Dip (Babaganoush)”

Cheesy Garlic Herb Stuffed Mushrooms

This is my most requested appetizer to bring to family functions! They’re such a crowd pleaser that I included it as the mushroom recipe in my Gateway Recipe series, designed to help people ease into liking new things. The stuffing is basically homemade boursin cheese, which could be paired with cardboard and taste good. YouContinue reading “Cheesy Garlic Herb Stuffed Mushrooms”

Green Goddess Littleneck Clams

As a bivalve, clams are a great (non-plant) sustainable source of protein. They’re not as inexpensive as mussels, but they follow the same cooking method. So, we can practice with mussels and treat ourselves every once in awhile knowing we’ll nail the technique! And who doesn’t love green goddess everything?! So many bright herbs combineContinue reading “Green Goddess Littleneck Clams”

Spicy Italian Chicken Salad

I will turn anything into a chicken salad! I love to load them up with lots of flavor, texture, and veggie (where it makes sense). This one has it all – Everything you love about an Italian sandwich in chicken salad form! It’s the perfect meal-prep lunch to have around to put on a sandwich,Continue reading “Spicy Italian Chicken Salad”

Mussels Provencal

Mussels are our favorite bougie on a budget appetizer or date night in! They are surprisingly affordable and easy to make, and most importantly – they’re one of the most sustainable sources of protein. Once you get the cleaning and cooking method down, you’ll be so excited to start trying every mussel broth you canContinue reading “Mussels Provencal”

Shrimp Cocktail Salad

If you love shrimp cocktail, you’ll love this take on shrimp salad. It takes all the flavors of shrimp cocktail and mixes it with a little mayo for an easy, refreshing meal prepped lunch or appetizer. I was waiting all summer to make this on the beach with shrimp I bought fresh at the market,Continue reading “Shrimp Cocktail Salad”

Mussels in Red Curry Coconut Broth

A few years ago when I was visiting friends in France, they served mussels in a red curry broth, and it instantly became my favorite way to enjoy the bivalves! I probably ate a whole baguette soaking up the spicy, flavorful, and unique broth! This recipe has over 500,000 views on Instagram and growing forContinue reading “Mussels in Red Curry Coconut Broth”