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Recipe: Avocado Ranch Dressing
Avocado ranch dressing – the perfect rich and creamy dressing for a summer Mexican pasta salad (that recipe to come in a few days). This dressing is not only quick and easy, but it’s also perfect for dipping carrots and snap peans into on a summer picnic. Okay, let’s get blending. Ingredients 1/2 a cup of buttermilk 1/2 cup of mayo 1/4 cup of greek yogurt package of ranch dressing large avocado a few sprigs of cilantro salt and pepper to taste First, dump everything…
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Recipe: Chipotle Grilled Chicken Salad
Chipotle grilled chicken salad – BBQ’d chicken means that summer is officially here, even if the date on the calendar doesn’t match up. Any chance I have to BBQ, I’ll take it. Over the last 3-4 years I’ve come to enjoy cooking with the BBQ more and more – from chicken to corn and so many other vegetables. What I need to do is master a BBQ breakfast – that’s on the list, too. Okay, let’s get cooking this chipotle grilled chicken salad. Ingredients 2…
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Recipe: Cilantro Vinaigrette
Cilantro vinaigrette – I love cilantro, and not only is it fun to say in funny ways (silly-ant-ro) – it’s also incredibly healthy, and it tastes great! Okay, let’s make this quick and easy blender dressing to serve up on some delicious salads this summer. Ingredients 1 bunch of washed cilantro (no stems) 1/2 a cup of extra virgin olive oil tablespoon of white vinegar and lime juice teaspoon of minced garlic large dash of chipotle chili flakes salt to taste First, wash and cut…
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Recipe: Balsamic Dijon Dressing
Balsamic dijon dressing – it’s quick, fresh and full of flavour. Over the last year I think I’ve used this dressing at least 3 times, so it deserves its own post, don’t you think? I’m not a huge fan of dijon mustard, but I keep it in the fridge for this dressing specifically. More often than not, we have the ingredients at home. Okay, let’s get whisking! Ingredients 1 shallot a teaspoon of dijon mustard 2 teaspoons of balsamic vinegar 1/4 cup of grape seed…
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Recipe: Bocconcini and Tomato Salad
Bocconcini and tomato salad – it’s such a quick, easy and fresh salad. Perfect for lunch, a weekend picnic or even on a Wednesday in May. The fresh basil is the trick! Okay, let’s get started. Ingredients 4 large bocconcini balls 3 cups of grape heirloom tomatoes 4 fresh basil leaves 3 tablespoons of olive oil 1 tablespoon of balsamic vinegar salt and pepper to taste First, cut the large bocconcini balls into quarters and then cut those in half. Slice the tomatoes in half,…
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Recipe: Kale and Sweet Potato Salad
Kale and sweet potato salad – it’s full of so much texture, it’s hearty and it’s delicious. I made this on New Year’s Eve and we loved it – it was the best part of the meal! Okay, let’s get cooking. Ingredients 1 pound of sweet potatoes 1/2 tablespoon of canola oil 8 stalks of kale 1 tablespoon of lemon juice 6 strips of turkey bacon 1/2 cup of goat cheese 1 shallot teaspoon of dijon mustard 2 teaspoons of balsamic vinegar 1/4 cup of…
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Recipe: Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad
Mexican street corn pasta salad! This salad adds some heft to the standard Mexican street corn. Don’t get me wrong, the original is so much fun to eat, and to present, yet this pasta salad is great for lunches and holds up really well. Okay, let’s get cooking! Ingredients 1 bag of GF pasta (227g) 2 cobs of corn or 1 can 4 large jalapeño 1/2 cup of cilantro and green onions 10 oz of crumbled feta cheese 3 garlic cloves 2 tablespoons of lime…
