Soup & Salad
Zucchini Noodle Salad with Peanut Orange Dressing
When you crave something fresh and vibrant, you do some fridge foraging. Starting with a few zucchinis (our garden zucchini’s are not ready yet). So I got out my trusty spiralizer and made a zucchini noodle salad with peanut orange sesame dressing. This dish is loaded with texture and colour and it’s a great way to add…
Read MoreStrawberry, Feta and Mint Salad
I picked up a basket of Ontario strawberries from a farm stand when we were driving back from the cottage the other day and I’m enjoying them every way that I can. What better way to start off enjoying local strawberries than a fresh strawberry salad. Today it’s a simple summery salad of sweet strawberries,…
Read MoreFarinata with Tomato Salad
The first time I tasted Farinata it was the base of an Arugula, roasted cherry tomato and Parmigiano salad that was to die for! Farinata is a savoury flatbread made with a batter of chickpea flour, water, olive oil and salt. I added sliced sautéed onions and rosemary. This chickpea pancake is closely related to…
Read MoreSouthwestern Salad Bowl Buffet
I made a deconstructed Southwestern Salad for a buffet lunch last weekend. I prepared all the components and the family then assembled their own bowls. This is definitely an easy way to feed a crowd. There are a lot of elements when it comes to making these salad bowls, but it’s so worth it. So…
Read MoreSmoked Trout Niçoise Salad
Smoked Trout Niçoise Salad is my twist on this inviting versatile meal. You just can’t go wrong with all of these delicious components looking so pretty on a platter. I had a lovely piece smoked trout (thanks to my hubby who is the official smoker around here) that was begging to be made into a Niçoise…
Read MoreRoasted Vegetable Gazpacho Soup
I make my go-to Roasted Vegetable Gazpacho Soup as soon as the weather warms up. Oven roasting the vegetables, gives the gazpacho soup an extra richness and unexpected depth of flavour with just the right amount of spice. Serve with lots of fresh herbs and crispy sourdough crumbles. I’ve been making this recipe for many…
Read MoreJicama Salad
Does Jicama (HEE-kah-ma) intimidate you? There’s no need to fear this crunchy and faintly sweet tuber. Its mild flavour lends itself to this salad with radish, chives, pomegranate arils and herbs. The lime juice and seasonings definitely bring this salad alive. Serve this fresh, crisp and delicious salad alongside tacos or grilled salmon.
Read MoreSpring Salad with Lemon Dijon Vinaigrette
The best part of this spring salad is buried underneath. It’s the freshly picked homegrown tender arugula and baby kale topped with herbs and micro greens. Add cucumber curls, shaved radishes, fresh peas, strawberries and raspberries. I also added toasted slivered almonds, but they never made it into the picture. Toss the salad together with…
Read MoreThai Noodle Salad with Peanut Sauce
Another day, another cold noodle salad. This Thai Noodle Salad with the Best Peanut Sauce is a mood booster, with its bight flavours and colours. It’s a fresh salad packed with veggies that lives up to its name. This is the best peanut sauce I have ever tasted and will be on repeat for sure.…
Read MoreCold Noodle Salad
As the days are warming up, the options for salads as a meal are much more appealing. This cold noodle salad is quick and easy. Make it vegetarian or not (add cooked shrimp or chicken). Also any noodle works – buckwheat, soba or even spaghettini noodles.
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