Salads
Farmers Market Holiday Salad with Carrot Top, Dill and Pistachio Pesto Vinaigrette
In appreciation of the incredible work done by TheStop, I’m sharing this holiday salad recipe. The Stop is a non-profit committed to increasing access to healthy food and promoting dignity for those experiencing poverty, homelessness, and oppression. Through their programs—community building, food access, and urban agriculture—they work to improve food security and wellness. Food bank…
Read MoreRoasted Acorn Squash, Spinach and Feta Bulgur Pilaf Salad
This salad is a delicious fusion of flavours and textures, celebrating the richness of local ingredients. The acorn squash, onions, and spinach infuse the dish with vibrant freshness and makes it wonderful salad, side or main. A dish that will definitely beat the winter blues. Beyond their delicious taste, these ingredients pack a nutritional punch,…
Read MoreSpinach Pearl Couscous Spring Salad with Feta and Lemon Vinaigrette
This pearl couscous salad celebrates Spring. It was inspired by one of my favourite Cypriot rice dishes, Spanakorizo. I substituted the rice for pearl couscous and turned it into a delicious fresh salad. Adding fresh mint and tossing it with a lemon vinaigrette, truly elevates its flavour. It’s perfect enjoyed as a main or a…
Read MoreGrilled Potato Salad with Fresh Asparagus Pistou Sauce
It’s here, Ontario asparagus season and one of our family favourites. Since we do not grow asparagus on the farm, we are supporting other local asparagus farmers. I love enjoying asparagus in its raw form when it is in season. It has such a fresh and delicious flavour. I have created a simple and versatile…
Read MoreFresh Mozzarella & Proscuitto Salad with an Asparagus Pistou Vinaigrette
Its Ontario Asparagus season here in Ontario and one of my favourite seasons. When its in season, I love enjoying it raw as it is so flavourful and so crisp. One of my favourite recipes is my Asparagus Pistou. This is similar to pesto but a vegan option in the French Cuisine. I make mine using fresh farm…
Read MoreMediterranean Summer Board with Cypriot Tzatziki
If you were to ask me to prepare a dish that represented my Cypriot Heritage and what I love, this Mediterranean Summer Board with Cypriot Tzatziki would be it. Grilled vegetables, cucumbers, tomatoes, olives and grilled halloumi with a thick yogurt flavoured with fresh mint, garlic and cucumber represents my Cypriot family culture. This fresh…
Read MoreRoasted Beet & Carrot Lentil Salad with a Red Wine Vinegar and Grainy Mustard Vinaigrette
Did you know that our Ontario Farmers grow fresh winter produce, it is beautiful and bountiful. Yes, fresh local produce is accessible and locally grown, from crispy lettuce, sweet potatoes, onions, mushrooms, rutabaga, beets, carrots, potatoes and even apples! The list goes on and on! Being a local farm to table advocate, I was absolutely honoured when my…
Read MoreSpring Majenta Lettuce and Quinoa Salad with A Fresh Thyme Lemon Vinaigrette
Majenta lettuce packs a crunch with tinged red leaves and a green heart. We enjoyed this delicious spring lettuce in our salt
Read MoreFresh Mozzarella & Proscuitto Salad with a Asparagus Pistou Vinaigrette
When asparagus is in season, I love enjoying it raw as it is so flavourful and so crisp. One of my favourite recipes is my Asparagus Pistou. This is similar to pesto but a vegan option.
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