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Za'atar manakeesh

Yeasted flatbreads are rolled thin, spread with an olive oil za'atar paste of thyme, oregano, sumac and sesame, and baked until crisp and golden. The manakeesh are best eaten fresh from the oven.

Turkish and Middle EasternSide dishes2 hr 30 minServes 4–6438 kcalVegetarianVeganDairy-freeEgg-freeLow Fat / Low Cholesterol

Main ingredient: thyme

HB-15806 · Hand-built original

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Zaatar Cheese Rolls

Dinner roll dough stretched, spread with zaatar in olive oil and a mozzarella, feta and parmesan filling, rolled up, egg-washed with sesame seeds and baked until golden.

AmericanAppetizer2 hr12 servings57 kcalVegetarianGluten-freeDiabeticLow-SodiumLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: cheese

Pairs well with: coleslaw, cornbread, potato salad, baked beans

HB-10187 · Hand-built original

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Zesty Cauliflower Leek Soup

A blended cauliflower and leek soup seasoned with chili flakes, nutmeg and black pepper, enriched with parmesan and garnished with parsley and olive oil.

MediterraneanSoup45 minServes 6524 kcalVegetarianGluten-freeEgg-freeDiabetic

Main ingredient: cauliflower

Pairs well with: pita, greek salad, hummus, tzatziki, olives

HB-12328 · Hand-built original

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Zesty pork schnitzel with roasted sweet potato, sprout and walnut salad jars

Crisp lemony pork schnitzels are served with roasted sweet potato, sprouts and walnuts, feta, pomegranate and a mustard and honey dressing. The salad can also be packed into jars for make-ahead lunches.

Main course1 hr 30 minMakes 8 schnitzel and 5 salad jars593 kcalHigh Fiber

Main ingredient: pork

Pairs well with: applesauce, roasted sweet potatoes, coleslaw, cornbread, braised cabbage

HB-3277 · Hand-built original

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Zesty Sauce

Zesty Sauce is an American condiment, dressing, side dish built around mayonnaise. Ready in 5 min.

AmericanCondiment, Dressing, Side Dish5 minServes 1079 kcalVegetarianVeganDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: mayonnaise

Pairs well with: coleslaw, cornbread, potato salad, baked beans

HB-2580 · Hand-built original

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Zong Zi

Bamboo leaf parcels of glutinous rice packed with braised pork belly, shiitake mushrooms, seasoned peanuts, dried shrimp and dried turnip, tied and steamed.

AsianAppetizer27 hr 30 minServes 20263 kcalDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabetic

Main ingredient: shrimp

Pairs well with: garlic bread, rice, grits, lemon wedges, col slaw

HB-11152 · Hand-built original

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Zosui (Japanese Rice Soup)

A Japanese rice soup of dashi simmered with bite-size chicken, carrot and shiitake mushrooms and cooked short-grain rice, finished with beaten egg drizzled in ribbons, sesame seeds, white pepper and green onions.

JapaneseSoup30 minServings: 2588 kcalDairy-freeLow-SodiumRenal

Main ingredient: chicken

Pairs well with: roasted potatoes, rice pilaf, green beans, caesar salad, garlic bread

HB-8811 · Hand-built original

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Zucchini and Pollock Roe Soup

A clear soup where salted pollock roe melts its briny richness into zucchini, onion, and tofu. Tuna fish sauce and garlic season the broth, and two colors of chili add a gentle lift.

KoreanSoupServes 461 kcalGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow-SodiumLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: pollack roe

Pairs well with: steamed rice, kimchi, grilled fish, seasoned bean sprouts

HB-16650 · Hand-built original

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Zucchini cheese muffin slab

Zucchini cheese muffin slab is a Western baking, snack.

WesternBaking, Snack1 hrServes 15351 kcalVegetarianDiabetic

Main ingredient: zucchini

HB-2559 · Hand-built original

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Zucchini Fries

Zucchini sticks coated in flour, egg and a Parmesan, oregano and garlic panko crumb, then fried or baked until crisp, with a chilled lemon and herb labneh sauce for dipping.

Snack1 hr 45 min4 servings1673 kcalVegetarianDiabeticRenal

Main ingredient: zucchini

HB-8812 · Hand-built original

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Zucchini Fritters

Grated zucchini mixed with egg, green onion and flour, pan-fried into crisp fritters and served with sour cream.

AmericanAppetizer, Breakfast39 minServes 6149 kcalVegetarianDiabeticLow Fat / Low Cholesterol

Main ingredient: zucchini

Pairs well with: coleslaw, cornbread, potato salad, baked beans

HB-4608 · Hand-built original

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Zucchini Pizza Bites

Zucchini rounds topped with pizza sauce, Italian seasoning, mozzarella, parmesan and chopped pepperoni, baked, broiled and finished with fresh basil.

AmericanAppetizer15 minServes 4234 kcalGluten-freeEgg-freeDiabetic

Main ingredient: spices

Pairs well with: coleslaw, cornbread, potato salad, baked beans

HB-12329 · Hand-built original

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Zucchini Rolled Omelet

A soft rolled omelet with thin zucchini slices spiral through its layers like a green ribbon. Straining the egg keeps the roll silky, and slow cooking over low heat preserves its pale gold color.

KoreanSideVegetarianGluten-freeDairy-free

Main ingredient: egg

Pairs well with: steamed rice, kimchi, seaweed soup, pickled radish

HB-16645 · Hand-built original

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Zucchini Shrimp Menbosha Jeon

Supple zucchini ribbons rolled around seasoned shrimp paste, egg-coated and pan-fried until golden. A bright ponzu-style dipping sauce with lemon and vinegar cuts through the richness.

KoreanSideServes 2223 kcalDairy-freeDiabeticHigh Fiber

Main ingredient: zucchini

Pairs well with: steamed rice, kimchi, seaweed soup, pickled radish

HB-16643 · Hand-built original

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Zucchini Slice

Zucchini Slice is an Australian, Western breakfast, light meal, snack. Ready in 70 min.

Australian, WesternBreakfast, Light Meal, Snack1 hr 10 minServes 12234 kcalDiabeticRenal

Main ingredient: zucchini

HB-3278 · Hand-built original

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Zucchini Tian (Naturally Healthy)

A French zucchini and rice tian in which salted grated zucchini is squeezed, its juices made up with milk, and the mixture baked with onion, garlic, flour and parmesan until creamy and golden on top.

French, ItalianMidweek Meal, Rice, Side50 minServes 4661 kcalEgg-freeHigh Fiber

Main ingredient: zucchini

HB-8814 · Hand-built original

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Zucchini With Crispy Rice and Lime

A Thai-inspired side of seared zucchini and rice crisped in oil with rice flour, tossed in a lime juice, chili crisp, fish sauce and soy dressing with red onion, basil and mint.

Side35 min4–6 servings491 kcalDairy-freeEgg-freeLow-SodiumRenal

Main ingredient: zucchini

HB-8815 · Hand-built original

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Đâu Phu Rán Tâm Hành (Fried Tofu With Scallion-Oil Sauce)

Firm tofu dusted in mochiko and fried until pale golden, spooned with a hot scallion, ginger, cilantro and mint oil sauce seasoned with chiles, fish sauce, rice vinegar and dashi powder, and topped with bonito flakes.

Appetizer30 min4 servings182 kcalDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow-SodiumRenal

Main ingredient: tofu

Pairs well with: steamed rice, stir-fried vegetables, miso soup, edamame, pickled cucumber

HB-8816 · Hand-built original

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Žuvienė

Good žuvienė begins with broth: heads, bones, and fins give flavor, while fillet is added at the end so it does not overcook.

LithuanianSoups1 hr 10 min6 servings279 kcalGluten-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow-SodiumLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: fillet

HB-2566 · Hand-built original

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‘Chicken mayo’ tofu sandwich filler

A plant-based sandwich filler of torn firm tofu stir-fried with soy sauce and dried herbs, mixed with a smooth silken tofu mayo flavoured with miso, mustard, lemon and brown sugar, with optional sweetcorn.

Light meals & snacks1 hrServes 446 kcalVegetarianVeganDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow Fat / Low Cholesterol

Main ingredient: chicken

Pairs well with: roasted potatoes, rice pilaf, green beans, caesar salad, garlic bread

HB-8817 · Hand-built original

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