Middle Eastern-inspired Fusion

Ginger Umami Quinoa & Sweet Potato Falafel with Italian Vinaigrette
Preparation Time: 35 minutes
Cooking Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 65 minutes
Yield: 6
Cuisine: Middle Eastern-inspired Fusion
Author: Chef Marlene Watson Tara
Crisp-on-the-outside, succulent-on-the-inside falafel made with quinoa, chickpeas, sweet potato, warming spices, seaweed nori flakes, and ginger umami paste. Served with a creamy Italian-style vinaigrette, these patties are hearty, flavourful, and perfect with fresh or steamed greens.

Marlene’s Italian Vinaigrette
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Yield: 6
Cuisine: Fusion, Middle Eastern-inspired Fusion
Author: Chef Marlene Watson Tara
A thick, creamy Italian-style dressing or dip made with nutritional yeast, Dijon mustard, Italian seasoning, tahini, umeboshi plum vinegar, brown rice syrup, lemon juice, and tamari. It clings beautifully to salad greens and also works as a dip for falafel or vegetables.

Roasted Red Pepper and Chickpea Korma
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Middle Eastern-inspired Fusion
Author: Chef Marlene Watson Tara
A mellow, fragrant chickpea korma with roasted red pepper, coconut cream, warming spices, umeboshi paste, and fresh greens. Vibrant, creamy, and family-friendly, it pairs beautifully with saffron-scented rice or another favourite grain.
