Gazpacho
This cold Spanish-style tomato soup is loaded with vitamin C. It's meant for those warm summer days when local tomatoes are readily available. This soup gets better the longer it sits, so if you have time, make it the day before you plan to serve it.
Sesame Ginger Salmon
This Asian-inspired salmon recipe is a favourite in my house. It also works well if you bake this salmon in a 400° F oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until salmon flakes with a fork.
Blueberry Raspberry Smoothie
It's the time of year to enjoy fresh in-season berries and this smoothie recipe serves up plenty of protein, fibre, antioxidants, vitamin C and calcium. Frozen berries work equally well. For a priobiotic boost, use kefir instead of yogurt.
Mediterranean Pasta Salad
This is one of my favourite salads to make when hosting a barbecue. It's loaded with flavour and can be made the day before. It's a guaranteed crowd pleaser among my cottage guests.
Salmon Burgers
A tasty - and nutritious - alternative to beef burgers. The recipe calls for canned salmon but I'll also use leftover grilled or baked salmon if I have it on hand. Don’t forget the horseradish – it pairs well with these burgers!
Mango Cashew Salad
This simple, flavourful salad is bursting with antioxidants. Use mangos that are slightly firm so they hold their shape when you mix the salad. This recipe also makes a delicious salsa that pairs well with grilled fish and chicken.
Grilled Balsamic Portabello Mushrooms
Portabello mushrooms have a meaty texture and rich flavour, making them a tasty vegetarian alternative to a steak or a beef burger. I also like to add sliced grilled portabellos to a platter of mixed grilled vegetables. So easy and so delicious.
Three Bean Salad with Cilantro Lime Dressing
Cilantro (a favourite herb of mine) and lime juice make this bean salad taste delicious! Serve it as a side dish with dinner and take the leftovers for lunch during the week. If you like, toss in some grilled corn.
Thai Roasted Trout with Fresh Lime
Rainbow trout is an excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids that help keep your heart, brain and eyes healthy. This dish is as delicious as it is simple to make.
Black Bean Hummus
Gram for gram, black beans have 15% more fibre and 25% fewer calories than chickpeas. Serve this dip with raw vegetables or spread on whole grain crackers.