Tag: easy summer sides

Sun-kissed Tomatoes with a Velvety Tuna Sauce

Sun-kissed Tomatoes with a Velvety Tuna Sauce

Ah, the lazy days of summer have arrived, and with them, the crown jewels of the season: ripe, juicy tomatoes. There’s something almost sacred about this time of year, when the earth gifts us with these vibrant orbs of flavor, each bite a reminder of 

Grilled Peach and Burrata Salad: A Taste of Niagara’s Finest

Grilled Peach and Burrata Salad: A Taste of Niagara’s Finest

Hey there, fellow food enthusiasts! Today, I’m here to share a culinary delight that has me dancing on my toes with joy – a Grilled Peach and Burrata Salad that’s as luscious as it is beautiful. And let me tell you, dear readers, I feel 

Tomatillo Salsa with Corn and Black Beans

Tomatillo Salsa with Corn and Black Beans

At last, the first tomatillos of the season were ripe for the picking this week. This bounty, combined with the plump cherry tomatoes and aromatic cilantro also from my garden, and some freshly harvested corn from the local farmers market, inspired me to create a 

Summer Ratatouille with Tapenade

Summer Ratatouille with Tapenade

A taste of Provençe! Summer Ratatouille with Tapenade makes a perfect main course salad on a hot summer evening This simple salad is a lighter, summer version of a classic French Provençal vegetable stew, ratatouille. This salad is so easy to make, it almost doesn’t 

Mango Quinoa Salad with Ginger Citrus Dressing

Mango Quinoa Salad with Ginger Citrus Dressing

Perfect for summer gatherings this Mango Quinoa Salad with Citrus Ginger Dressing is a great dish to take to a potluck, picnic, or a summer barbeque. I love the contrast of the sweet mango and rich velvety soft avocados with the crisp, crunchiness of the