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by Katie Reicher (Author)
Chef Katie Reicher of San Francisco's legendary Greens Restaurant shares 120+ plant-based recipes inspired by cultures from around the world. Using seasonal ingredients for maximum flavor, Chef Reicher shows how to make vegetables the hero of any dish.
Vegetarian cuisine is celebrated in Katie Reicher's Seasons of Greens. With more than 120 recipes to suit every taste, Chef Reicher pays homage to the amazing chefs before her while showcasing vegetables in new and exciting ways. Incorporating global influences, classic vegetarian dishes get a delicious makeover: root vegetables and rice is transformed into a Biryani, an Indian-inspired dish with layers of your favorite veggies. Summer rolls, a Greens version of the spring roll, uses sweet potato and a peanut sauce for a Thai twist. Avocado toast gets an update with a butterbean smash on charred bread that's perfect for breakfast or entertaining. All of the recipes are created with substitutes in mind and with whatever is available for the season. Seasons of Greens is a fresh and modern way to enjoy vegetables. MORE THAN 120 RECIPES: Vegetables, legumes, and grains are the heroes of every dish with substitutions and tips to make any meal a success. COOKING BY THE SEASONS: Using vegetables that are available locally ensure freshness and is a sustainable way of cooking. RICH WITH INFORMATION: With essays exploring seasonality, sustainability, and cultural foodways, as well as helpful hints on key ingredients. WORLD-FOCUSED CUISINE: Blending bold new flavors and ingredients from Asia, Africa, and South America, classic vegetarian dishes are transformed in a modern way. VEGETARIAN LEGACY: Chef Katie Reicher's nod to Greens' incredible vegetarian legacy include favorites passed down over its 40-year history. HEALTHY WAY TO EAT: Find new ways to add vegetables to your meals from a bounty of choices explored by Chef Reicher.Author Biography
Katie Reicher is the Executive Chef of San Francisco's renowned Greens Restaurant. After studying at the Culinary Institute of America, Katie began working at Greens in 2015 and was named Executive Chef in 2020. As the fourth Executive Chef in Greens' history, she continues the legacy of all-female culinary leadership. Originally from New York State, Katie draws on personal traditions, global flavors, professional training, and seasonality to create innovative vegetarian dishes.
