Category: Salads

Three Farmers Crunchy Little Lentils

Three Farmers Crunchy Little Lentils

We discovered these fantastic crunchy lentils a few years ago. Grown and made in Canada, they are perfect for adding crunch to family favourites, especially when there is a nut allergy/

Creamy Caesar Salad

Creamy Caesar Salad

Caesar Salad is a classic salad anytime of the year and accompanies so many of our meals, or it is the meal! This is a creamier version for those who prefer.

Mediterranean Turkey Meatballs

Mediterranean Turkey Meatballs

Any combination of mediterranean herbs you like will work in this meatball recipe. Common herbs include basil, oregano, thyme, chives, sage, parsley, tarragon, and rosemary.

Grilled Chicken Caesar Sandwich

Grilled Chicken Caesar Sandwich

These sandwiches always appear on a busy, hot summer day. Tasting very much like the Chicken Caesar Salad but with a grilled bun.

Belgian Endive Salad

Belgian Endive Salad

Belgian Endive is a bit of an acquired taste. A little bitter, it is especially used in French inspired salads, for crudities, and braised or grilled. Use any nuts or seeds you have on hand or prefer.

Grilled Tenderloin with Marinated Tomatoes

Grilled Tenderloin with Marinated Tomatoes

Simple meals are best for hot days! Summer along with smoke from forest fires arrived here all in one week. We went from braising to barbecuing in a matter of days. Grill baguette or buns to serve alongside this quick and easy meal.

Curried Chicken Salad

Curried Chicken Salad

Madras Curry has a little more chili compared to other curry powders. This salad is perfect served over baby greens, alongside a tossed vinaigrette salad, in a lettuce wrap or a sandwich. It is so versatile! Use left-over chicken or buy a rotisserie chicken for…

Brie and Pear Salad with Champagne Vinaigrette

Brie and Pear Salad with Champagne Vinaigrette

Creamy Brie and sweet slices of pear are perfect with roasted chicken. The tart dressing compliments the dried cranberries and pears but sweeten it up with a little more honey if you prefer. Serving size will determine if this is lunch or dinner!

Italian Salad Dressing (and Salad)

Italian Salad Dressing (and Salad)

Reminiscent of Italian Pizzeria’s, this dressing is as close to the bottled salad dressing that we grew up with; only it has a much better olive oil, so a much better taste. It mixes up in minutes with dried herbs and no sugar as often…

Russian Dressing

Russian Dressing

This mayonnaise based dressing got its start in the early 1900’s and its name “Russian” because the original recipe had caviar in it, a Russian staple. However, it was created in New Hampshire.