Dining by Design
“Slow food for fast lives.” Personal Chef Serving Reno, Sparks, Carson City, and surrounding areas of NV and CA.
Specialized in Paleo, Keto, Zone, Gluten Free, Allergy, Diabetic, Medical and Fitness diets/Healthy eating plans.
est. 2000
Menu
Enjoy a sample of my most requested dishes. There is even a newly added Petite Gourmand section for those young-at-heart of all ages!
Options for Paleo, Keto, Zone, Gluten Free, Allergy, Diabetic, Pescatarian, Vegetarian, Vegan, Raw, Lactose Intolerant, medical concerns and food sensitivities or allergies are available. Other dietary and menu requests are always welcome. All meals are custom made to your unique specifications.
Meals consist of 1 entree, 1 vegetable and 1 side. Generally 400 calories: 40% carbohydrates/30% protein/30% fat - a very balanced meal.
This includes 4-6 ounces lean protein, 1-2 cup vegetables and 1/2 cup side per serving. Other macrobiotic options and portion sizes are available.
Food is prepared on-site with no need to worry about pickup, delivery, freshness, cross-contact and contamination, or questionable cooking practices.
Homestyle Meals - all around well-loved and best known dinnertime meals
Apple Glazed Pork - Caramelized Brussels Sprouts - Savory Wheat Stuffing
pork loin stuffed with seasoned wheat bread, onion, glazed with apple juice and roasted until browned to perfection
BBQ Turkey Meatloaf - Garlicky Green Beans - Rosemary Mashed Potatoes
lean ground turkey combined with savory spices, your favorite BBQ sauce... bringing back childhood memories
Beef Enchilada Suizas - Chipotle Mixed Vegetables - Spanish Rice Pilaf
corn or flour tortillas filled with lean ground beef, smothered with your favorite enchilada sauce, made gringo style with farmer or cream cheese filling
Chicken Scarpariello with Sausage - Roasted Haricot Verts - Baby Yukon Potato
seared chicken thigh and peppers braised in white wine, lemon, vinegar, sage, rosemary, parsley, garlic. Sweet and sour, Italian style.
Honey Mustard Chicken - Roasted Broccoli Florets - Farmer Rice Pilaf
roasted chicken breast or thigh topped with honey mustard and toasted pecans served alongside long grain rice with petite vegetables
Maryland Crab Cakes - Skinny Broccoli Slaw - Sweet Potato Wedges
lump crab served up in Southern style cakes with Dining by Design's heritage family recipe, alongside lightened up coleslaw and roasted sweet potato
Salmon with Sun-dried Tomato Bearnaise - Steamed Asparagus Spears - Roasted Red Potatoes
baked salmon filet, Roma tomato, butter, egg, sun-dried tomato, lemon, shallot, garlic, tarragon, chervil, cayenne, capers
Sweet Monterey Chicken - Steamed Cauliflower Florets - Roasted Sweet Potatoes
chicken breast or thigh marinated in my honey/soy/Worcestershire/garlic sauce topped with bacon and Monterey jack cheese
Petite Gourmand - "kid cuisine" for those of all ages that are young-at-heart!
Beef and Broccoli - Rice Noodles - chopsticks included!
beef flank steak strips, tamari, sweet chili sauce, honey or maple syrup, ginger, garlic, roasted broccoli florets, matchstick carrots, mild spring onion
Char-KID-erie
healthy "grazing" meal clustered on a charcuterie board - fully customizable with a variety of proteins, veggies, fruits, breads, dipping sauces
Cheeseburger Soup
ground beef or turkey, carrot, celery, potato, tomato, cheddar cheese, sour cream with fun toppings such as bacon, bun crouton, fried onion and pickle
Chicken Fingers with Honey Mustard - Waldorf Salad
air fried w/bread crumbs or gluten free panko, Italian Seasoning, apple, jicama, pear, raisin, walnut or sunflower kernel, mayonnaise or vegan yogurt
Falafel Burgers - Fennel Coleslaw
garbanzo, turmeric, garlic, egg/flax, provolone cheese, romaine lettuce, tomato, whole grain bun, shaved fennel bulb, apple, cider vinegar, mayonnaise
Fish Kabobs - Brown Rice
choice of seafood skewered with asparagus, broccoli, red onion, tomato, zucchini - grilled with pineapple, melon or peaches and Miso Dipping Sauce
Pinwheels - Carrot Sticks with Ranch Dressing
limitless sandwich roll-up options including Tuna Salad, Cold Grilled Salmon, Chicken BLT, Turkey-Cranberry-Feta, Seitan-Mixed Veggie
Pizza Sliders - Steamed Vegetables
Hawaiian roll, pizza sauce, mozzarella cheese, pepperoni/sausage+mushroom/ham+pineapple, Italian Seasoning - baked as a "pull-apart" sandwich
Taco Spaghetti
whole grain pasta, Dining by Design's signature Taco Seasoning, ground beef or turkey, tomato, zucchini, green bean, carrot, corn, queso fresco
Bakes and Gratins - just comfort food... "casserole" style from the oven
Chicken and Rice Picante
light or dark chicken baked in Southwest picante cream sauce over long grain rice - served with Greens Beans or House Salad
Grown-Up Macaroni and Cheese
Dining by Design's signature 5 Cheese Blend plus Dining by Design's signature 5 Spice Blend, herbed panko, truffle oil - served with House Salad
PG 36 - Ask for the story behind the name.
whole grain penne pasta, asparagus, Parmesan, shallot, garlic, sun-dried tomato, pine nut, basil - served with House Salad and Garlic French Bread
Roasted Vegetable Lasagna
scratch made crushed tomato marinara, ricotta, roasted zucchini, broccoli, bell pepper, carrot - served with House Salad and Garlic French Bread
Turkey-Broccoli Pasta Gratin
roasted turkey, egg noodles, mushroom sauce, garlic, curry powder, parsley, lemon juice, cheddar cheese... a twist on the childhood favorite
Soups and Stews - tummy and heart warming for the body and soul
Brazilian Shrimp Stew
coconut milk, asparagus, roasted tomato, red bell pepper, rice, cilantro, lime, honey - served with House Salad and French Bread Baguette
Beef and Barley Soup
chuck steak, mushroom, carrot, celery, roasted tomato, garlic, thyme, parsley, white pepper - served with House Salad and Sourdough Artisan Bread
Loaded Potato Soup
russet potato, cauliflower, Colby cheese, half-and half, onion, bacon, green onion - served with House Salad and Buttery Dinner Rolls
Moroccan Lamb and Bean Soup
garbanzo, lentil, red potato, celery, onion, parsley, ginger, cinnamon, turmeric, paprika - served with House Salad and Pita Bread Wedges
Southwest Chicken Soup
roasted chicken, black bean, tomato, hominy, corn, onion, garlic, cilantro, coriander, cumin - served with House Salad and Pepper Jack Loaf
Summer Gazpacho with Shrimp
cucumber, tricolor bell pepper, onion, red wine vinegar, lemon, garlic, basil, Dining by Design's signature Creole Seasoning, tomato, shrimp
Yakamein - Yaka Mein - Yaka Meat (Old Sober)
beef or chicken, trinity, Dining by Design's signature Creole Seasoning, spaghetti, soy sauce, hard boiled egg, sriracha, green onion
Blessing Bowls - hearty grain-filled goodness in a complete seasonal nutritious meal
All-American
arugula, quinoa, tempeh, garbanzo, tomato, cucumber, radish, carrot, slivered almond and Thousand Island Dressing
Fall Cobb
greens, quinoa, tempeh, asparagus, tomato or mandarin orange, roasted beet, roasted corn, garbanzo, avocado and Orange Balsamic Vinaigrette
House Fried Rice
jasmine rice, seitan, red bell, corn, peas, carrot, cabbage, edamame, pineapple, red onion, tofu, tamari, kala namak (black salt), wakame, chives
Teriyaki Thai
rice noodle, sesame baked tofu, red cabbage, broccoli, carrot, red bell pepper, cashew and Thai Almond Sauce
Wheat Berry with Merguez Sausage
housemade Persian Sausage (choice of protein), greens, wheat berry, cucumber, radish, tofu feta, pomegranate, walnuts and Za’atar Spiced Yogurt
Breakfast - great start with great food... enjoy anytime
Morning Power Casserole - Mixed Berries
flaky homestyle biscuit, turkey breakfast sausage, cottage cheese, green bell pepper, onion, brown egg, cheddar cheese, garlic
Mountain High Egg Bake - Butter Croissants
low fat flaked ham or turkey breakfast sausage, Dijon mustard, light sour cream, chives, parsley, sharp cheddar cheese
Spiced Salmon Frittata
brown egg, wild salmon, onion, green bell pepper, cayenne, chili powder, cherry tomato, cilantro or parsley baked together until toasty
Sweet Potato and Chorizo Hash
sweet potato, beef chorizo, pasilla pepper, cumin, chili powder, cayenne, black bean, cotija cheese, avocado, lime, cilantro - top with fried egg
Stuffed French Toast Bread Pudding - Fruit Salad
choice of Texas Toast, raisin bread or brioche dressed with Neufchatel or berry cream cheese, cream, brown egg, vanilla, cinnamon, orange peel
Surprise Pancake Muffins - Cut Melon Slices
with fillings such as turkey breakfast sausage, cooked bacon, chocolate chips, strawberries or blueberries
Paleo Diet - "caveman" meals with an update (substitute item requests welcome for strict Paleo compliance)
Butternut Squash Lasagna
roasted butternut squash, ground bison, tomato sauce, onion, pine nut, garlic, basil, Italian Seasoning, fennel, red pepper flake, black pepper
Garlic Chicken Stir Fry with Quinoa, Peppers and Basil
chicken breast or thigh, red and yellow bell pepper, onion, nutritional yeast, pine nut, parsley, garlic, coconut oil, chipotle pepper
Macadamia Crusted Halibut - Citrusy Sautéed Spinach - Coconut Cauliflower Rice
halibut steak, parmesan or pine nut cheese, quinoa, cauliflower, almond milk, flaked coconut, onion, lemon, chipotle pepper, garlic
Oven "Fried" Chicken - Zucchini Medley Sauté - Roasted Parsnip Mash
quartered chicken, parsnip, almond milk, yellow squash, zucchini, coconut oil, garlic, parsley, sage, thyme, turmeric or paprika
Pork Chili Verde with Chipotle Tomato Relish
pork tenderloin, salsa verde, quinoa, onion, white balsamic vinegar, green onion, garlic, cilantro, ancho and chipotle pepper, chili powder, cumin
Keto Diet - lose weight but not flavor
Bacon Chicken Roll - Garlicky Asparagus Spears
chicken thigh, almond flour, pork rind, heavy whipping cream, cream cheese, brown egg, bacon, onion, lemon, garlic, white pepper
Cauliflower Risotto with Salmon or Chicken
riced cauliflower, whipping cream, cream cheese, parmesan cheese, asparagus, mushroom, parsley, garlic, rosemary, thyme, cayenne, paprika
Cheesy Veggie "not" Gnocchi
cauliflower floret, ground beef, mozzarella cheese, mushroom, heavy whipping cream, parmesan cheese, garlic, oregano, Italian Seasoning
Shepherd's Pie with Creamed Cauliflower
ground beef or lamb, onion, tomato, zucchini, steamed cauliflower, white cheddar cheese, cream cheese, parsley, garlic, thyme, paprika
Skinny Chow Mein
chicken or beef, bacon, zucchini, cabbage, mung bean sprout, celery, tamari sauce, toasted sesame oil, ginger, flax seed, stevia, garlic, white pepper
Raw Foods - vegan living meals
12 Layer Lasagna
zucchini noodles, walnut miso "MEat " with namu shoyu, tomato-oregano sauce, basil pesto, macadamia/pine-nut "RAWcotta" , spinach
Carrot Pecan Sunburger with Mushroom Gravy and Jicamash
carrot, celery, mushroom, red onion, sage, pecan, sunflower kernel, kelp, chipotle, almond, jicama, avocado, garlic, thyme
Corn Chowder with "Roasted" Portobello
portobello, namu shoyu, balsamic, olive oil, cashews, tamari, onion, celery, cayenne, corn bell pepper, green onion, lettuce, tomato
Sprouted Lentil Patties with Coconut Cashew Sauce
lentil, namu shoyu, apple cider vinegar, cayenne, lime, garlic, cilantro, ginger, turmeric, carrot, zucchini spiral, mixed greens
Thai Coconut Soup (Tom Kha Soup)
coconut milk, red curry paste, garlic, ginger, lemongrass, lime, tamari, chipotle, cayenne, carrot, bell pepper, scallion, mung bean sprout, basil, cilantro
Vegan Bay "Crab" Cakes
zucchini, mushroom, macadamia, lemon, nutritional yeast, wakame, flax, red jalapeño, garlic, onion, celery, red bell pepper - served over spinach
Lagniappe - extra and unexpected
Curried Coconut Chicken - Shredded Broccoli and Carrots - Nutted Couscous with Moroccan Spices
Farfalle with Pistachio Cream
bowtie pasta, roast chicken or pan seared shrimp, broccoli, whipping cream, onion, pistachio, pecorino Romano, black pepper, red pepper flakes
Five Protein Salad
roast turkey breast, roast chicken breast, light salami, turkey bacon, hard-boiled egg, low-fat mayonnaise - served in a wrap with spinach and tomato
Moroccan Chicken Tagine - Sugar Snap Peas - Steamed Israeli Couscous
chicken breast or thigh, Dining by Design's signature Mediterranean Seasoning, honey or agave, carrot, onion, olives, lemon, almonds, cilantro
Smoked Salmon Pasta with Scotch Cream Sauce - Sautéed Zucchini Medley
ziti noodles, smoked salmon, yellow squash, zucchini, whipping cream, scotch, green onions, garlic, black pepper
Tropical Crab Shells
pasta shells, lump crab, sour cream, mayonnaise, red bell pepper, pineapple, onion, vinegar, celery, lemon juice, mustard, garlic, salt, paprika
Tu-No Salad
garbanzo, cashew, red onion, celery, roasted nori, avocado, lemon juice, mustard, apple cider vinegar, basil, garlic - served over Mixed Greens