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Let’s go on a world food tour! Whatever you’re in the mood for, from meat-lovers to vegans, from Europe to Asia to North and South America, these recipes are for everyone who loves to eat delicious, simple food!
My goal is to showcase delicious dishes that I’ve made, which I find are (relatively) easy to make! Some recipes require more time, and effort, while others are done within 30 minutes, but, I promise, you’ll be pleased with what you’ve made!
Unlike other sites, I won’t be detailing all of my thoughts and feelings about each recipe because, let’s be real, in the end, you just want to figure out how to make the dish and what you need to buy at the grocery store. I cut right to the chase and tell you the ingredients you’ll need and show you what the final dish will look like!
As a side note, I’m a big fan of onions, garlic, ginger, and everything spicy, so my recipes might be somewhat heavy with these ingredients, or at least more so than some people :) Be aware of this and adjust these ingredients to your own preferences because you’re the one who will be doing the eating! Enjoy!
Recent Recipes
Summertime Cherry, Couscous, and Arugula Salad
This is the perfect summertime salad: light and fresh with delicious flavors! Fresh cherries are the taste of summer and paired slivered almonds and goat cheese, not to mention the couscous that's perfect at soaking up all the flavors, it's a meal that comes together quickly and is great for dinners and summer parties alike!
Charred Squash with Labneh, Hazelnuts, and Pomegranate Molasses
Add some flair to your side dishes! The star is the grilled summer squash but the dressing is equally as good! Crunchy toasted hazelnuts and subtly sweet pomegranate molasses creates a delicious base for the dressing. Pair the squash with cool, tangy labneh and serve with pita to turn your side dish into the tastiest dish on the table!
Vibrant Mediterranean Orzo Summer Salad
This refreshing dish captures the essence of summer with its vibrant colors and Mediterranean flavors. Alongside a medley of fresh veggies, this orzo salad is paired deliciously with a tangy dressing made with red wine vinegar that infuses each bite with a delightful zing. It’s perfect for picnics, cookouts, or as a light lunch option on a hot summer day!
Blackberry Blueberry Tart with Chocolate Hazelnut Crust
This is the perfect summer tart! A soft crumbly chocolate crust with little bits of ground hazelnuts throughout and filled with a delectable curd that combines blackberries, blueberries, and coconut milk. It’s a beautiful summery combination that everyone will love!
Summer Veggie Medley Pasta
This is the perfect summer meal for one when dinner needs to happen quickly, but you want something fresh and healthy! Blend a handful of veggies with parmesan cheese and fresh basil for a flavorful summer sauce that works perfectly with your favorite noodles!
Summery Sesame Slaw with Chicken
A light, crunchy slaw with grilled honey-soy chicken and drizzled with a tangy sweet-spicy dressing is the perfect way to celebrate summer! With so many fresh veggies in season to pick from, you can tweak your slaw to how you like it. So, whether for a healthy dinner or a delicious side dish at a gathering, you can be sure it’ll be a hit!
Tortellini and Tomato Sauce
I absolutely love tortellini so anytime I can make a sauce for them, I jump at the opportunity! I was inspired to create this simple tomato sauce over the summer because of all of the fresh cherry tomatoes I was picking, while the Roma tomatoes help round out the flavor. When in a pinch, this is a quick sauce that tastes much better than anything you’d find at the store!
Caprese Pesto Salad
For me, this is one of the dishes that epitomizes summer! Tomatoes and basil are growing like wild in the garden, so my excitement for this dish grows the more I pick! Mix in some fresh mozzarella and pesto (because you've also made tons of that from your fresh basil) and you’ve got the perfect summer side dish that’s incredibly fresh and flavorful!
Hawaiian Grilled Huli Huli Chicken with Pineapple
A special Hawaiian dish that’s perfect for summer time! Pineapple juice, brown sugar, ketchup, and soy sauce come together to create a one-of-a-kind marinade. Add the smokey notes from the grill and you’ve got yourself a meal that’s sure to please everyone!
Grilled Peach Salad with Blueberries and Feta
A great summery salad where fruit is the star of the show! With so much fruit in season during the summer, why not take advantage and add them to a salad? To make it extra summery, let’s grill some of that fruit! And then bring it all together with a delicious dressing that has just enough tang and sweetness to send your taste buds firing on all cylinders!
Grilled Peaches and Corn Couscous Salad
In-season fruits and veggies – check – Grilling – check – Healthy and satiating – check. This dish combines two of summer’s must-have foods in an easy-to-make, healthy way! You can eat it as a main dish, side dish, or bring it along to a summer party!
Molasses Baked Beans
Nothing says comfort food like some homemade baked beans slow cooked with bacon and molasses! Whether for dinner tonight, dinner for the week, or for a party, these baked beans will definitely leave everyone smiling!
Summer Grilled Corn Salad with Chili Lime Dressing
The perfect side dish for summer grill parties! Sweet grilled corn paired excellently with smokiness from paprika and chili, tanginess from lime juice, and subtle hints of vinegar from pickled red onions. All combined to remind you how wonderful summertime is!
Old-Fashioned Sloppy Joe’s
Sloppy Joe’s are one of those dishes that doesn’t need too much experimentation or tinkering to turn out amazing! So, stick with the basics for these Sloppy Joe’s that taste just like your mom used to make!
Summer Berry, Feta, and Walnut Salad with Maple Balsamic Vinaigrette
With strawberries and blueberries in season, it’s a great time to find fun ways to use them! This is wonderful summer salad is a great way to do that and checks all the boxes: fresh, flavorful, and fun!
Harissa Lime Grilled Chicken Salad with Cilantro Lime Vinaigrette
Summer is the time for grilling. And while we’re usually grilling meat, grilling some summer fruits and veggies is equally just as yummy! So throw on the grill and get ready for this perfect grilled summer salad!
Mediterranean Pearled Couscous Salad
One of my favorite salads/side dishes that I've been making for years! With only salt, pepper, and olive oil as your seasoning, the star of this dish are all the fresh and flavorful veggies. Simple, yet delicious and healthy and sure to be the perfect salad or side dish!
