Piperrada Vasca (Basque Piperade)
Piperrada Vasca (Basque piperade) is a red bell pepper stew that’s originated in northern Spain. The stew is often accompanied...
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Vegan “chicken” with peppers and polenta
Chicken with peppers and polenta is a popular stew in different regions of Italy. It can be prepared almost unattended,...
Gluten-free banana bread trio
The evolution of banana bread is vegan, gluten-free, and sugar free. And light, super-fluffy, and delicious! So delicious that I...
Maltagliati with roasted pepper cream
Italians are masters of food re-use, especially when it comes to pasta. If you have some lasagna sheets left over...
North African Lentil Soup
North African countries have a unique flair for spices and well-rounded flavours. This North African lentil soup will surprise you...
Rosemary and lavender risotto
Cooking with flowers always gives a lot of satisfaction, especially when the result is a delicate and delicious dish like...
Rapini with Polenta
Fact: rapini is good for you. This recipe lets you enjoy rapini by hiding their bitter taste: cooked in simple...
Pomegranate roasted aubergines
These aubergines are gorgeous to look at and delicious to taste. On top of that, they are ideal for the...
Greens-and-sausage pasticcio
In Italian, pasticcio literally translates as “mess”. Pasticcio is indeed any type of dish that looks messy or put together...
Spicy Thai noodles in peanut sauce
This dish might look messy, but is a real delight: the creaminess of peanut butter, the juiciness of tomatoes, and...
Strawberry tiramisu’
This variation of classic tiramisu’ is a true delight that appears on Italian tables in Spring, as an alternative to...
Spaghetti al limone
Spaghetti al limone (lemon spaghetti) is a delicious dish that you can whip up in a few minutes, and with...
Roasted Lemon Aubergine
Aubergine is one of the key vegetables of Mediterranean cuisine. This roasted aubergine is topped with a lemon-and-garlic dressing, fried...
Tomato Soup
Comforting and tasty, tomato soup is often overlooked for its simplicity. Nevertheless, It’s a dish that brings summer to your...
Wild Rice, Mushrooms, and Fennel Seed Salad
This recipe from Quebec is absolutely delicious: the nuttiness of the mushroom and wild rice melts together with a light...
Watercress and blood orange salad
Watercress is very common in French cuisine, but it is often disregarded by other countries due to its lightly pungent flavour. We love to put watercress in our green salads....
Lentil-and-roasted-red-pepper salad
This lentil salad takes only five minutes to prepare and is yet so satisfying to see and to eat! With its mild and comforting flavours, it makes a perfect accompaniment...
Grilled plum salad
This winter salad has it all: it’s warm, full of flavours, light, and filling. Inspired to the French cuisine, it’s made with grilled plums, rocket, and spinach, topped with some...
Greek pasta salad
This pasta salad will quickly climb your party food top ten. It’s packed with all the seaside flavours of the Mediterranean, with Kumato tomatoes, Kalamata olives, vegan feta cheese, fresh...
Green salad with Teriyaki jackfruit
Eating fresh spinach in summer is a good habit that anybody should consider: spinach has plenty of chlorophyll, whose benefits are effective only when you eat the leaves raw. Besides...
Fried plantain with ‘chicken’ spinach salad
Fried plantain well accompanies this spinach salad with vegan chicken. To fry the plantain we have used coconut oil, which infuses the plantain with a sweet scent. This dish is...
Curried potato salad
The Caribbean version of the North American potato salad has no mayo and adds some raw vegetables to its sauce, so that this salad looks a bit like a rainbow....
Caribbean kale salad
Pictures can’t possibly depict the deliciousness of this sweet and refreshing salad. Inspired to a Barbadian recipe, we have modified it to simplify the process (pan-roasted tomatoes instead of flame-roasted)...
Ful medames (mashed fava beans with cumin)
Ful medames is a typical Egyptian dish that is widely popular in all the Mediterranean. It’s made with fava beans cooked with cumin and garlic, and then topped with fresh...
Grilled vegetable and curd cheese salad
Inspired to popular Greek grilled vegetable and halloumi salad, this recipe uses almond curd cheese instead. The salad is made with aubergine, zucchini, and radicchio, brushed in a maple-and-thyme vinaigrette....
Mediterranean quinoa salad
Red quinoa is an excellent base for salads. This quinoa salad has all the Mediterranean flavours: roasted aubergines, carrots, and red peppers, seasoned with a red vinegar vinaigrette. To prepare...
Lemon and almond millet salad
Millet is a great base for salads and makes an excellent gluten-free substitute for couscous dishes. It’s very nutritious without being heavy, so it also makes a perfect ingredient for...
Capricciosa salad
Capricciosa salad might look like another slaw, but it’s much richer than any other regular slaw you’ve ever tasted. It has julienned celeriac, carrots, roasted peppers, cheese, and ham, in...
Rice salad with walnuts, squash, and dates
This hearty salad bring the flavors of North Africa to the table. Brown rice is cooked with turmeric, then mixed with baked butternut squash, toasted walnuts, dates, and fresh parsley....
Kombu salad
Kombu seaweed is great for salads. You can find it in most supermarkets, already sliced and ready to be rehydrated. With a package of 10 grams, you will get 100...
Avocado-and-Palm heart salad
This refreshing salad is the perfect accompaniment for a hot and spicy main dish: the avocado, palm hearts and a refreshing sauce made of coconut milk and lime juice will...
Green bean salad in a mustard dressing
This green bean salad is tasty and rich. With caramelised scallion and a dressing made of Dijon mustard and lemon juice, it has balanced flavors that can accompany any main...
Wasabi glass noodle salad
Wasabi, also known as Japanese horseradish, is a paste similar to hot mustard. Extremely popular with sushi, wasabi is also an excellent base for salad dressings. This dish is a...
Orecchiette salad with rocket and herbs
Orecchiette is a great type of rugged pasta that is traditionally cooked with tomato sauce and minced meat or with rapini (see recipe here). Although not traditional, this fresh orecchiette...
Grilled zucchini salad
So easy to make and yet so delicious! This grilled zucchini salad can be made at any time, to accompany any type of mains. Slice the zucchini into rounds, grill...
Baba ganoush
Baba ganoush is a Levantine dip with a smoky taste. It makes the perfect entry for any meal or a delicious snack. It’s also a very good alternative to hummus if chickpeas...
Low-carb Louisiana wrap
If you like Cajun cuisine, you will love this wrap inspired to the flavours of Louisiana. Instead of a corn...
Raspberry crumbly bars
Looking for a simple gluten-free and vegan treat? These crumbly bars are assembled in minutes and they are soooo delicious!...
School pilaf
In Chicago, public schools often offer this pilaf at their diners: it’s one of the students’ favourites, and it’s really...
Watercress and blood orange salad
Watercress is very common in French cuisine, but it is often disregarded by other countries due to its lightly pungent...
Spaghetti squash with pesto and cherry tomatoes
This spaghetti squash recipe is light and packed with flavour: pesto, cherry tomatoes, cheese, and pine nuts make a wonderful...
Piperrada Vasca (Basque Piperade)
Piperrada Vasca (Basque piperade) is a red bell pepper stew that’s originated in northern Spain. The stew is often accompanied with fried or poached eggs. Here, I have prepared some...
Sicilian Swiss-chard pasta
This pasta recipe from Sicily uses Swiss chard to create a hearty and tasty dish. Swiss chard is cooked in a mix of olive oil, garlic paste, lemon juice, and...
Paprikas krumpli
Paprikas krumpli (paprika potatoes) is a Hungarian popular dish from the countryside. It is a comforting dish that you can...
Zucchini fritters
Much lighter than hash browns, these zucchini fritters are super easy to prepare and they’re super delicious! All you have...
Obe Ata stew
Obe Ata is a delicious Nigerian spicy sauce that is used for stews and soups in Yoruba households. This version...
Smoked carrot salad
If you’re looking for some sophisticated flavours in a salad, this smoked carrot salad is definitely for you. Smoked carrots...
Arroz de grelos
Arroz de grelos (rapini rice) is a Portuguese recipe that uses simple ingredients to enhance the unmistakable flavour of rapini....
Satay zoodles with tempeh
Satay sauce can be a bit overwhelming, especially if used with thick noodles and root vegetables. I find that using...
Black bean pasta with smoked jackfruit and zucchini
Jackfruit is so versatile that you can use it as a substitute for most pork recipes and get a low-calorie version that tastes even better. Here, we have used canned...
Sicilian lentil balls
These lentil balls are inspired to a traditional recipe from Sicily that’s vegetarian. Here, I have simplified the recipe and made it lighter without sacrificing the flavour. There lentil balls...
Coriander tofu with green peppers
Coriander tofu and green peppers is an aromatic dish that’s light and filling at the same time. Both the tofu...
Lentil-and-roasted-red-pepper salad
This lentil salad takes only five minutes to prepare and is yet so satisfying to see and to eat! With...
Fried “calamari” tofu
If you’ve ever tried fried calamari, you will probably know that they have a very distinctive flavour. This deep-fried tofu...
Vegetable gratin with grilled “chicken”
This easy-to-make dish will save your day and is really scrumptious! The main ingredients are zucchini, sweet bell peppers, and...
Vegan “chicken” with peppers and polenta
Chicken with peppers and polenta is a popular stew in different regions of Italy. It can be prepared almost unattended,...
Penne all’arrabbiata
If you’re looking for a spicy pasta dish, you’ll love penne all’arrabbiata (“angry penne”). This is a beloved pasta dish...
Gluten-free banana bread trio
The evolution of banana bread is vegan, gluten-free, and sugar free. And light, super-fluffy, and delicious! So delicious that I made it in three different ways: cinnamon, blueberries, and chocolate....
Christmas dates
Here’s another Italian treat that’s usually enjoyed throughout the Christmas period: stuffed Medjool date. In the original recipe, dates are stuffed with mascarpone cheese and sugar, and then sprinkled with...
Grilled plum salad
This winter salad has it all: it’s warm, full of flavours, light, and filling. Inspired to the French cuisine, it’s...
Maltagliati with roasted pepper cream
Italians are masters of food re-use, especially when it comes to pasta. If you have some lasagna sheets left over...
North African Lentil Soup
North African countries have a unique flair for spices and well-rounded flavours. This North African lentil soup will surprise you...
Potato and zucchini soup
This traditional recipe from Southern Italy is simple and yet delicious. It reminds me of the flavours of my childhood,...
Squash risotto
There’s nothing that screams « Fall » more than pumpkin and squash, with fragrances like cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and rosemary....
Banana, peanut-butter, and chocolate chip donuts
Remember our gluten-free baked donuts? These banana, peanut-butter, and chocolate chip donuts are also gluten-free and baked, and they are also spongy and light. The secret? It’s to use chia...