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Pureed Squash and Ginger Dipping Sauce
Apr 8, 2026Ingredients:
12 ounces package frozen, puréed, cooked squash, thawed
1 1/2 teaspoons freshly grated ginger
1 tablespoon soy sauce
2 teaspoons honey
Directions:
Combine ingredients in a medium mixing bowl and mix well.
Yield:
2 servings
Nutrition Tip
Many people love the fresh, delicious flavors of squash during the fall and winter months. However, there may come a time when you are tired of eating the same whipped squash or baked squas... -
Vegetable Egg Strata
Apr 8, 2026Ingredients:
1 dozen local eggs
1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk
1 cup chopped spinach
1 cup quartered cherry tomatoes
1/2 cup diced red onion
1 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon fresh basil
6 slices of Ezekiel bread, whole grain 4:9
1 diced avocado (for serving)
1/2 cup feta cheese (for serving)
Pico de gallo (for serving):
3/4 cup diced tomato
1/3 c... -
Minty Tomato and Watermelon Feta Salad
Apr 8, 2026Ingredients:
1 (4 to 4 1/2 pound) piece watermelon, preferably seedless
3 large ripe tomatoes, preferably green or orange heirlooms, seeded and cut into 1-inch cubes
1 medium sweet onion, such as Vidalia, sliced
4 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
1 cup (4 ounces) crumbled feta
Directions:
Cut off and discard the watermelon rind. Cut the watermelon into 1-inch cubes, removing any seeds as needed.
Transfer to serving bowl. Cover and refrigerate ... -
Hummus Avocado and Roasted Eggplant Wrap
Apr 8, 2026Ingredients:
1 small 6” whole wheat tortilla
1 tablespoon hummus
1/2 avocado
2 slices roasted peeled eggplant
1 tablespoon olive oil
Directions:
Peel eggplant completely with a knife or vegetable peeler. Cut the eggplant into slices (of preferred size and shape).
In a large bowl, add 1/2 cup warm water.
Add 4 to 6 cups of cool water after a few minutes.
Put the eggplant slices into the water and let them sit, submerged for 30 min... -
Eggplant Ricotta Bake
Apr 8, 2026Ingredients:
3 eggplants
1 1/2 cup chopped onion
1 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
2 cups low-fat ricotta cheese
1 1/2 cup part-skim mozzarella cheese, grated
3/4 cup wheat germ
1 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon basil
3 large, fresh tomatoes, sliced
1 teaspoon olive oil
Directions:
Place parchment paper onto baking sheet.
Slice the eggplant into 1/3-inch circles. Place on baking sheet.
Put a few grains of salt ... -
Cannellini Tuna Arugula Salad
Apr 8, 2026Ingredients:
1 12-ounce can tuna, packed in water, drained
30-ounce can cannellini white beans, drained and rinsed
1/4 cup small capers, drained and rinsed
6 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
3 cups cherry tomatoes, cut in half
3 cups fresh arugula
6 fresh basil leaves
Directions:
In a large bowl, add the tuna and break it into b... -
Roasted Cauliflower with Lemon and Garlic
Apr 8, 2026Ingredients:
1 large head of cauliflower, florets cut into 1-2 inch pieces
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons fresh rosemary, finely chopped
2 teaspoons fresh thyme, finely chopped
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, freshly grated
Directions:
Preheat oven to 450 degrees.
Combine cauliflower, olive oil, lemon juice, salt and pe... -
Corn Avocado and Tomato Salad
Apr 8, 2026Ingredients:
2 cups cooked corn, fresh or frozen
1 avocado, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup finely diced red onion
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon grated lime zest
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Directions:
Combine the corn, avocado, tomatoes, and onion in a large glass bowl.
Mix together the rest of the ingredi... -
Sign up for a Creative Arts Workshop in May (REGISTRATION CLOSED)
Apr 6, 2026
Explore how creative arts activities can support relaxation to help you feel better and connect with others in the Dana-Farber community by joining the Zakim Center's monthly Creative Arts Online Workshops via Zoom. Materials will be provided and no experience is necessary to participate, but space is limited and registration is required.
*These programs are open to Dana-Farber patients and caregivers.
Please note that our May workshops are at capacity, but you can email t... -
Cucumber Soup
Apr 1, 2026Ingredients:
6 pounds cucumbers (about 6 cucumbers), peeled, seeded, and coarsely chopped
2 yellow bell peppers, stems and seeds removed, coarsely chopped
4 green onions, chopped
1 jalapeno pepper, minced
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, finely chopped
1 tablespoon fresh mint, finely chopped
1 tablespoon fresh dill, finely chopped
3-4 garlic cloves, mashed to a paste
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon bla... -
Pumpkin and White Bean Hummus
Apr 1, 2026Ingredients:
1 sugar pumpkin
1 can chickpeas (or use dried)
1 can white beans
2 cloves garlic
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
1/2 cup olive oil
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup tahini
Directions:
Prepare to roast the sugar pumpkin by slicing off the top and removing seeds* and stringy flesh.
Cut pumpkin into quarters. Place flesh side down in a baking dish with 1 inch water on the bottom.
Roast at 425 d... -
Red Rice Fiesta Beans Salad
Apr 1, 2026Ingredients:
1 teaspoon olive oil
1/4 cup red onion, diced
1/3 cup red and green bell pepper (each), seeded and diced
1/2 cup tomato, seeded and diced
1/4 cup frozen corn, defrosted
1/2 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
1/4 cup kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon sweet paprika
1/8 teaspoon ground cumin
1/8 teaspoon allspice
1/8 teaspoon ground coriander
1/8 tea...












