Sample Menus
These are real dishes from real LiveGreensPDX service days and events. Your menu is custom -- built around your preferences, your household, and your dietary needs. Think of this as a starting point, not a limitation.
All menus can be adapted for gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan, SIBO, celiac, nut-free, and other dietary restrictions. Weekly service ranges from 10 meals (Essentials) to 24 meals (Family Style).
Weekly Personal Chef
Each week your chef builds a custom menu based on your preferences. Below are three sample menu themes -- the variety, quality, and style you can expect every week.
Warm, satisfying, family-approved
Rockfish with Tropical Salsa
Pan-seared rockfish, pineapple-mango salsa, roasted broccolini, garlic sweet potatoes
Chicken Marsala
Tender chicken in rich mushroom Marsala wine sauce, creamy mashed potatoes, grilled asparagus
Sweet Thai Chili Shrimp Stir Fry
Jumbo shrimp, sweet Thai chili glaze, bell peppers, broccoli, carrots, jasmine rice
Lamb Chops with Gremolata
Herb-crusted lamb chops, lemon-parsley gremolata, roasted Brussels sprouts, butternut squash puree
Dark Chocolate Protein Balls
No-bake cocoa, almond butter, oats -- grab-and-go snack
Clean proteins, bold flavors, performance fuel
Halibut with Pistachio Gremolata
Butter-basted Alaskan halibut, crunchy pistachio-herb crust, roasted parsnips, broccolini
Skirt Steak with Horseradish Cream
Grilled medium-rare, zesty horseradish cream, rustic garlic mashed potatoes, sautéed green beans
Mexican Chicken Tinga
Shredded chicken in smoky chipotle tomato sauce, cilantro lime corn, Mexican rice
Glazed Pork & Veggie Yakisoba
Teriyaki-glazed pork tenderloin, stir-fry vegetables, gluten-free yakisoba noodles
Lemon Herb Turkey Meatballs
Ground turkey, fresh herbs, lemon zest, baked -- paired with zucchini noodles or rice
Clean ingredients, restaurant-level execution
Lemon Garlic Butter Halibut
Pan-seared halibut in lemon garlic butter, roasted green beans, cauliflower rice
Yellow Chicken Curry
Creamy coconut yellow curry, tender chicken, bell peppers, onions, jasmine rice
Pesto Chicken with Roasted Tomatoes
Grilled chicken, house basil pesto, burst roasted tomatoes, grilled asparagus
Shrimp Scampi with Zucchini
Garlic butter shrimp, white wine butter sauce, spiralized zucchini
Seared Salmon with Chimichurri
Crispy skin salmon, fresh herb chimichurri, roasted broccoli, quinoa
Proteins, vegetables, and flavors we regularly work with
Proteins
Vegetables
Grains & Bases
Flavor Profiles
In-Home Dining
These are sample menus. Every in-home dining experience is designed from scratch around your occasion, your guests, and your dietary needs.
Signature Appetizers
Dungeness Crab Cocktail
Celery, green onion, fresh dill, lemon-tomato aïoli, Bibb lettuce
Beet Pickled Deviled Eggs
House-pickled beet eggs, avocado mousse, fresh dill, balsamic drizzle
Shrimp & Chorizo Skewer
Garlic, caraway seeds, chile powder, olive oil marinade, broiled Spanish chorizo
Crab Cakes
Pan-seared Dungeness crab cakes, roasted red pepper coulis
Bacon-Wrapped Chorizo Dates
Medjool dates, Spanish chorizo stuffing, crispy bacon wrap
Avocado Cups w/ Pomegranate Salsa
Cilantro, mint, lemon, pomegranate seeds, fresh salsa verde
Parmesan & Roasted Tomato Bruschetta
Crostini, parmesan, roasted tomato, balsamic, pancetta, garlic oil
Honey-Pepper Coconut Shrimp
Coconut-panko breaded shrimp, fried crispy, lemon-honey glaze
Mexican Shrimp Cocktail w/ Saffron
Red onion, cucumber, tomato, jalapeño, avocado, lime, saffron broth
Sample Plated Dinner Menus
6–19 guests · 5 courses
Dungeness Crab Cocktail
Fresh dill, lemon-tomato aïoli, Bibb lettuce cup — Oregon coast sourced when in season
Butter Lettuce & Walla Walla Sweet Onion
Green goddess dressing, Manchego, pickled beets, toasted pepitas, Walla Walla sweet onion rings
Smoked Tomato Bisque
Leek, smoked heirloom tomato, garlic, horseradish, chicken stock, crème fraîche
Pan Seared Chilean Sea Bass
Wild mushrooms, wilted spinach, ginger-tamari jus, roasted asparagus — the dish guests still talk about
Crème Brûlée
Traditional vanilla bean custard, caramelized sugar crust — clients have asked to take it home
6–19 guests · 6 courses · Fully vegan
Avocado Cups with Pomegranate Salsa Verde
Cilantro, mint, lemon, pomegranate seeds — bright, acidic, sets the tone
Watermelon, Heirloom Tomato & Feta
Fresh mint, lemon oil, reduced balsamic, flaked sea salt (dairy-free feta available)
Carrot Cashew Ginger
Fresh ginger, roasted carrots, cashews, onion, garlic, vegetable stock — velvety and warming
Pesto Primavera
House basil pesto, local seasonal vegetables, penne or gluten-free pasta, sun-dried tomato
Wild Mushroom & Spinach Risotto
Wild mushroom mix, spinach, garlic, white wine, sun-dried tomato — rich, satisfying, deeply savory
Chocolate Mousse with Fresh Berries
Dark chocolate, seasonal berries, coconut whipped cream
6–19 guests · 5 courses
Parmesan & Roasted Tomato Bruschetta
Crostini, aged parmesan, balsamic reduction, pancetta, fresh basil oil
Caprese
Fresh mozzarella, heirloom tomato, basil, reduced balsamic, Sicilian olive oil
Wild Mushroom & Spinach Risotto
Wild mushroom mix, spinach, garlic, white wine, sun-dried tomato
Bistecca alla Palmeritana
NY strip, garlic, capers, wine-broiled heirloom tomatoes, roasted fingerling potatoes
Traditional Tiramiusu
Lady fingers, mascarpone, dark rum, dark chocolate, dusted cocoa
6–19 guests · 5 courses
Crab Cakes
Pan-seared Dungeness, roasted red pepper coulis, micro herbs
Caesar Salad
Romaine, frico crisp, house crouton, smoked oyster Caesar dressing
Potato Leek
Leek, potato, garlic, chicken stock, fresh thyme, cream, chive oil
Roasted Rack of Lamb
Maple-bacon Brussels sprouts, roasted garlic mashed potatoes, natural jus
Chocolate Mousse with Fresh Berries
Dark chocolate, seasonal berries, crème fraîche
6–19 guests · 6 courses
Bacon-Wrapped Chorizo Dates + Beet Deviled Eggs
Two passed appetizers served as guests arrive
Watermelon, Heirloom Tomato & Feta
Fresh mint, lemon, reduced balsamic — seasonal and stunning on the plate
Roasted Tomato Bisque
Onion, carrot, celery, cream, fresh basil, house-made crouton
Lemon Sorbet
House-made, fresh mint, candied lemon zest
Flank Steak with Chimichurri
Roasted fingerling potatoes, heirloom tomato, herb chimichurri, roasted garlic jus
Chocolate Peanut Butter Mud Cake
Chocolate ganache, peanut butter mousse, Marcona almond, pomegranate glacé
6–19 guests · 6 courses
Honey-Pepper Coconut Shrimp
Coconut-panko crust, fried crispy, lemon-honey glaze
Asparagus Salad
Sun-dried tomato & basil pestos, roasted asparagus, goat cheese, reduced balsamic
Tom Kha Gai
Chicken, mushrooms, coconut milk, lime leaf, lemongrass — clean, bright, aromatic
Cucumber Mint Granita
House-made, fresh cucumber, mint, lime
Alaskan Halibut
Wild-caught, asparagus, mushrooms, spinach, garlic, ginger, tamari beef jus
Lemon Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting
Fresh berries, mint, whipped cream — bright and clean finish
Tell us about your event -- the occasion, your guests, any dietary needs -- and we will design a menu specifically for it. Every in-home dining experience is one of a kind.
Event Catering
From intimate corporate dinners to 300-person celebrations. Buffet and station-style service, fully staffed, spotless execution.
Wedding & Milestone Events
50 guests example · Full plated service
Passed Appetizers
Truffle Arancini with Parmesan Aïoli
Prosciutto Wrapped Dates with Goat Cheese
Smoked Salmon Blini with Dill Crème Fraîche
First Course
Winter Greens Salad
Pomegranate, candied pecans, goat cheese, champagne vinaigrette
Main Course
Herb Crusted Filet Mignon + Pan Seared Halibut
Garlic mashed potatoes, roasted winter vegetables
Dessert
Mini Crème Brûlée Trio or Wedding Cake Service
Corporate Events
100 guests example · Buffet stations
Passed Appetizers
Wagyu Beef Sliders with Caramelized Onions
Burrata Crostini with Balsamic
Ahi Poke Wonton Cups
Buffet Stations
Carved Herb Crusted Tri-Tip
Horseradish cream, au jus
Wild Mushroom Risotto
Grilled Winter Vegetables with Balsamic
Dessert
Chocolate Fountain + Seasonal Treats
Large Scale Events
300 guests · SXSW 2013 · Russell Simmons / Def Jam Records
The Challenge
300 guests, fully vegan, festival environment, high-profile clientele
What We Delivered
Full vegan BBQ spread for 300 guests
Separate private plated dinner for 75 artists and industry guests
Zero dietary incidents. Zero service failures. Zero complaints.
The Takeaway
This is what 15 years of dietary restriction expertise looks like at scale.
Backyard & Private Events
30–60 guests · Casual celebration
Passed Bites
Beet Pickled Deviled Eggs
Smoked Salmon on Cucumber with Dill Crème
Buffet
Flank Steak with Chimichurri
Wild Mushroom & Spinach Risotto
Asparagus Salad with Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto
Roasted Root Vegetables
Dessert
Strawberry Shortcake
Shortcake biscuit, macerated strawberries, fresh whipped cream
Desserts
Crème Brûlée
Traditional vanilla bean custard, caramelized sugar crust. The one that made guests ask to take it home.
Chocolate Peanut Butter Mud Cake
Chocolate cake, ganache, peanut butter mousse, Marcona almond, pomegranate glacé
Traditional Tiramisù
Lady fingers, mascarpone, rum, dark chocolate, cocoa powder
Lemon Cake
Cream cheese frosting, fresh berries, mint. Bright and clean finish to any meal.
Milk Chocolate Tart
Creamy chocolate filling in a buttery pretzel crust. Sweet, salty, impossible to stop at one slice.
Strawberry Shortcake
House shortcake biscuit, macerated strawberries, fresh whipped cream
Chocolate Mousse
Dark chocolate mousse, fresh seasonal berries, whipped cream
Pecan Cheesecake
The one a client called "the best cheesecake I have ever had, and I have had a lot."
Every menu we build starts with a conversation about you -- your household, your preferences, your dietary needs, and your occasion. Fill out the form and we'll take it from there.