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Hetty Lui McKinnon

Hetty Lui McKinnon is an award-winning food writer with a passion for vegetables and cooking. Her six best-selling cookbooks include her latest, "Linger," the acclaimed "Tenderheart" and "To Asia, With Love." Born and raised in Sydney, Australia, she now resides in Brooklyn, N.Y.

Recipes by Hetty Lui McKinnon

181 recipes

  • White Bean, Feta and Quick-Pickled Celery Salad 

    White Bean, Feta and Quick-Pickled Celery Salad 

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    2184 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    2,184

    30 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Herby Pearl Couscous and Sugar Snap Pea Salad

    Herby Pearl Couscous and Sugar Snap Pea Salad

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    434 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    434

    30 minutes 

    or to save this recipe.

  • Noodle Okonomiyaki (Cabbage and Egg Pancakes)

    Noodle Okonomiyaki (Cabbage and Egg Pancakes)

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    1410 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    1,410

    50 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Chickpea, Spinach and Feta Pie

    Chickpea, Spinach and Feta Pie

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    1814 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    1,814

    50 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Asparagus Gomaae With Chilled Tofu

    Asparagus Gomaae With Chilled Tofu

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    314 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    314

    20 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Kale, Couscous and Tofu Salad With Carrot-Ginger Dressing 

    Kale, Couscous and Tofu Salad With Carrot-Ginger Dressing 

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    785 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    785

    30 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Tofu Rendang

    Tofu Rendang

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    87 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    87

    1 hour 

    or to save this recipe.

  • Vegetarian Pad Thai

    Vegetarian Pad Thai

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    481 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    481

    40 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Mushroom and Tofu Sticky Rice

    Mushroom and Tofu Sticky Rice

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    118 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    118

    About 1½ hours

    or to save this recipe.

  • Hoisin Garlic Noodles

    Hoisin Garlic Noodles

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    5938 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    5,938

    25 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Roasted Cabbage With Capers and Garlic

    Roasted Cabbage With Capers and Garlic

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    551 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    551

    55 minutes 

    or to save this recipe.

  • Broken Egg Salad

    Broken Egg Salad

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    820 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    820

    20 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • French Onion White Bean Soup

    French Onion White Bean Soup

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    1412 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    1,412

    50 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Coconut Curry With Potatoes and Greens

    Coconut Curry With Potatoes and Greens

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    605 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    605

    40 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Lemony Roasted Mushroom Pasta

    Lemony Roasted Mushroom Pasta

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    1707 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    1,707

    50 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Yuzu-Miso Soba Noodle Soup 

    Yuzu-Miso Soba Noodle Soup 

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    173 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    173

    25 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Lo Han Jai (Buddha’s Delight)

    Lo Han Jai (Buddha’s Delight)

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    60 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    60

    1 hour

    or to save this recipe.

  • Roasted Spiced Squash With Whipped Feta and Pistachios

    Roasted Spiced Squash With Whipped Feta and Pistachios

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    1033 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    1,033

    50 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Gok Jai (Vegetable Crystal Dumplings)

    Gok Jai (Vegetable Crystal Dumplings)

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    71 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    71

    3 1/2 hours

    or to save this recipe.

  • Broccoli-Quinoa Soup With Turmeric and Ginger

    Broccoli-Quinoa Soup With Turmeric and Ginger

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    2616 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    2,616

    40 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Sheet-Pan Coconut Curry With Squash and Tofu

    Sheet-Pan Coconut Curry With Squash and Tofu

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    1757 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    1,757

    55 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Vegetarian Miso-Mushroom Sausage Rolls

    Vegetarian Miso-Mushroom Sausage Rolls

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    426 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    426

    1 hour 20 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Crunchy Brussels Sprouts and Apple Slaw

    Crunchy Brussels Sprouts and Apple Slaw

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    1170 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    1,170

    20 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Sweet and Sour Cauliflower 

    Sweet and Sour Cauliflower 

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    2641 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    2,641

    30 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Cabbage Parm

    Cabbage Parm

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    1046 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    1,046

    50 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Ginger-Scallion Tofu and Greens

    Ginger-Scallion Tofu and Greens

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    408 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    408

    20 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Grilled Eggplant, Herby Lentils and Turmeric Tahini 

    Grilled Eggplant, Herby Lentils and Turmeric Tahini 

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    542 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    542

    40 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Crispy Gnocchi With Spinach and Feta

    Crispy Gnocchi With Spinach and Feta

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    6842 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    6,842

    25 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Tzatziki Chickpea Salad

    Tzatziki Chickpea Salad

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    4691 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    4,691

    15 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Cold Tomato and Kimchi Soba Noodle Soup

    Cold Tomato and Kimchi Soba Noodle Soup

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    131 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    131

    15 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Dumpling and Smashed Cucumber Salad With Peanut Sauce 

    Dumpling and Smashed Cucumber Salad With Peanut Sauce 

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    5964 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    5,964

    25 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Basil and Olive Pasta Salad With Tomato Dressing

    Basil and Olive Pasta Salad With Tomato Dressing

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    213 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    213

    30 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Pasta and Pickles Salad 

    Pasta and Pickles Salad 

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    487 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    487

    30 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Peach, Cucumber and Mozzarella Salad With Gochujang Vinaigrette 

    Peach, Cucumber and Mozzarella Salad With Gochujang Vinaigrette 

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    1454 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    1,454

    20 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Charred Corn and Chickpea Salad With Lime Crema 

    Charred Corn and Chickpea Salad With Lime Crema 

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    1815 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    1,815

    20 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Crunchy Noodle and Tofu Salad

    Crunchy Noodle and Tofu Salad

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    644 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    644

    20 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Snap Pea, Tofu and Herb Salad With Spicy Peanut Sauce 

    Snap Pea, Tofu and Herb Salad With Spicy Peanut Sauce 

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    1205 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    1,205

    30 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Lemongrass Tofu and Broccoli

    Lemongrass Tofu and Broccoli

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    2396 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    2,396

    25 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Cumin Green Beans and Mushrooms

    Cumin Green Beans and Mushrooms

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    672 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    672

    30 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Charred Bok Choy and Cannellini Bean Salad

    Charred Bok Choy and Cannellini Bean Salad

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    1544 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    1,544

    25 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Chile Crisp Fried Rice With Tofu and Edamame

    Chile Crisp Fried Rice With Tofu and Edamame

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    3471 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    3,471

    20 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Spanakorizo With Jammy Eggs

    Spanakorizo With Jammy Eggs

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    1261 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    1,261

    30 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Weeknight Spinach and Ricotta Lasagna

    Weeknight Spinach and Ricotta Lasagna

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    1957 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    1,957

    1 1/4 hours

    or to save this recipe.

  • Spicy Mushroom and Tofu Mazemen

    Spicy Mushroom and Tofu Mazemen

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    1726 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    1,726

    30 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • One-Pot Mushroom and Ginger Rice

    One-Pot Mushroom and Ginger Rice

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    1100 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    1,100

    40 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Baked Tomato Pasta With Harissa and Halloumi

    Baked Tomato Pasta With Harissa and Halloumi

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    1069 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    1,069

    45 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Miso Leeks With White Beans

    Miso Leeks With White Beans

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    5464 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    5,464

    45 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Breaded Halloumi With Cabbage Slaw

    Breaded Halloumi With Cabbage Slaw

    Hetty Lui McKinnon

    150 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    150

    35 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

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