Bone-Building Mediterranean Chickpea & Kale Salad Looking for a simple meal that also supports your bones? This nutrient-packed salad is full of minerals and vitamins that help support bone strength and may help protect against osteoporosis. Why it’s good for your bones: • Kale – rich in vitamin K, important for bone mineralization • Chickpeas [...]
This light, refreshing watermelon salad combines juicy watermelon, crisp cucumber, creamy salty feta, and fragrant mint and basil. A zesty lime–maple syrup dressing ties it all together, adding brightness and a touch of sweetness. For the best flavour, assemble and serve the salad right away, though the dressing can be made up to 3 days [...]
Fresh, lemony, herby, and just creamy enough; this summer orzo salad is a warm-weather staple. Tossed with sweet corn, tomatoes, cucumber, and feta, plus a zippy lemon dressing and toasted almonds for crunch. Quick, easy, and picnic-ready! Total Time: Prep 30 min. + chilling Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) orzo pasta or quinoa [...]
This Strawberry Chicken Salad is fresh, flavourful, and perfect for summer! Tender chicken, sweet strawberries, and crunchy toasted pecans come together with a creamy maple-poppy seed dressing — lightened up with Greek yogurt for a healthier twist! Prep Time: 30 minutes Chilling Time: 1 hour Total Time: 1hour 30 minutes Servings: 6 servings Calories: 416kcal Ingredients ⅔ cup Greek yogurt ⅓ cup mayonnaise 1 tablespoon apple [...]
This fresh take on a summer staple is bursting with flavor—think plenty of dill, a bright hit of lemon, and the creamy tang of yogurt. Crisp cucumbers (both fresh and pickled) add crunch, while tender baby red potatoes and zesty red onion bring it all together. A pinch of salt, and you’ve got a refreshing-yet-indulgent [...]
Fresh, Flavourful & Perfect for Spring. This Quinoa Salad with Asparagus, Goat Cheese, and Black Olives is a vibrant, nutrient-packed dish that’s as satisfying as it is simple. Tossed with a tangy homemade vinaigrette and loaded with fresh herbs, it’s perfect as a light lunch, a side dish, or a centerpiece at your next picnic [...]
This Brussels sprout salad features shredded sprouts combined with apples, pomegranate, bacon, pecans, and feta cheese, all tossed in a sweet and savory dressing. It's the perfect Christmas salad, bursting with flavour and texture. For the salad 1 1/2 pounds Brussels sprouts 1 cup diced apple 1/2 cup feta cheese crumbled or cubed 1/2 cup pecans roughly chopped 1/2 cup pomegranate arils 1/2 cup bacon cooked and crumbled For the [...]
A beautiful summery salad with slivered almonds, your choice of Stilton, Gorgonzola or blue cheeses, spring greens and succulent grilled nectarines. PREP TIME 6 min COOK TIME 10 min YIELDS 4 servings INGREDIENTS 2 nectarines, halved and pitted Olive oil, for drizzling 2 tsp honey 2 tsp Dijon mustard 2 tsp apple cider vinegar ½ cup olive oil [...]
While fresh greens have their place in vegan salads, some of my favourites don't contain a single leaf of lettuce. Instead, cauliflower takes center stage in a combination of crave-worthy flavours and textures. Serves 4-6 Ingredients 8 cups cauliflower florets ¼ cup plus 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to [...]
The ingredients in this vegan grain bowl recipe can be prepped ahead for an easy lunch to pack for work. The tangy citrus dressing is a refreshing flavour with the sweet caramel of the roasted sheet-pan veggies. Prep Time: 5 mins Total Time: 5 mins Servings: 1 Ingredients ½ cup cooked brown rice 1 cup roasted vegetables ¼ cup edamame ¼ avocado, [...]
