These flavorful Mediterranean roasted vegetables featuring zucchini, potatoes and cherry tomatoes are a one-pan side that can also be served as a vegetarian main. While we often think of the fall and winter months as the time for roasting, summer is actually a great time to roast vegetables. With markets overrun with fresh produce, it’s...
This easy zucchini ribbon salad features summertime favorites like zucchini, cherry tomatoes and olives tossed with a fresh basil vinaigrette for a light and flavorful summer salad that’s ready to enjoy in just minutes. Zucchini is a summertime staple. This time of year it turns up in everything from soups and sides to dinner and...
What’s more refreshing on a hot day than crisp watermelon? Paired with basil, feta and lemon, this cooling watermelon basil salad is the perfect antidote to a sweltering summer day. Few things are quite as refreshing as a crisp slice of watermelon on a sweltering day; it’s truly one of the season’s greatest pleasures. While...
Sweet and silky roasted strawberries are the perfect complement to creamy yogurt and make a great breakfast, snack or healthy dessert. If you’re looking for a quick breakfast or snack then it’s hard to go wrong with the simple pairing of strawberries with yogurt. Sweet strawberries are the perfect complement to creamy yogurt and make...
Make your own crisp and crunchy quick pickled carrots right at home in less than 20 minutes, no canning equipment needed! Want to make pickles at home but without the worry or effort of canning? Quick pickles are your answer! While store-bought options can be rather limited when it comes to pickles, you can make...
Stay cool and refreshed with this caffeine-free strawberry iced tea that’s made with real strawberries and hibiscus tea. If any drink was made for warm weather sipping its iced tea. Crisp and refreshing, iced tea begs for leisurely weekend picnics, warm evenings on the back porch and tall ice filled glasses after long days in...
These gluten-free picnic recipes are easy to make ahead, best eaten at room temperature and don’t mind being packed up. Grab your picnic basket and blanket, because it’s that time of year again; time to head outdoors and enjoy those beautiful sunshine-filled days. Is there any better way to spend a beautiful day than to...
For a lighter, fresher take on potato salad, try this no-mayo herbed potato salad that’s packed with flavor but won’t leaving you feeling weighed down. Quick, what comes to mind when I say potato salad? A mushy, mayo laden clump of potatoes that’s been hanging out in a deli case all day somewhere? This herbed...
Every picnic or party needs a good pasta salad; make this one yours. Filled with vibrant Mediterranean flavors this artichoke pasta salad is a delicious crowd-pleaser that’s perfect for warm weather entertaining. Looking for a picnic and potluck friendly pasta salad recipe that’s easy to make and filled with Mediterranean flavors? Then look no further...
Loaded with crisp cucumbers, juicy cherry tomatoes and lots of fresh herbs, this chickpea tomato cucumber salad makes a healthy and delicious weekday lunch or side salad for picnics and parties. Looking for a fresh and filling salad you can make with just a handful of ingredients and a can of chickpeas? This chickpea tomato...
This vibrant and delicious Moroccan carrot salad is an easy make-ahead dish that packs up nicely for lunches, picnics and outdoor parties. If you happen to have a bunch of carrots in the fridge at the moment, then I have a recipe for you. This Moroccan carrot salad is one I make regularly this time of...
This simple yet satisfying black lentil salad with spinach and mushrooms makes a great healthy lunch or light dinner. Lentils are a staple in my pantry all year-round. They’re great for throwing in soups and salads alike and are healthy, hearty and delicious. This black lentil salad is one I return to again and again....