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Peach & Mint Ice Tea
Ice tea is my favourite way to quench my thirst in the summertime. Cool, refreshing and sweet! It’s so easy to make it yourself, and a bonus is that it is nowhere near as full of sugar as the shop bought varieties. I’ve always liked Earl Grey tea, but I prefer to stay off the… Read more »
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Watermelon Fruit Cake
The ultimate shortcut to a fresh, healthy and much appreciated summer cake – make it out of watermelon! Slice your watermelon in thick slices, about 1,5 cm. Throw the first slice which is mostly green shell. Keep the next slice, the one with the smallest diameter and save for the top layer. Remove the green… Read more »
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Watermelon Salad with Mint & Lime Yoghurt
Here’s a lovely summer salad with a fresh mint & lime dressing, perfect for warm days. It would also work really well to bring on a picnic. My friend @theroguebrusselsprout asked me to contribute to her collection of salad dressings, and after messing my first attempt up, this is my second try. I dare say… Read more »
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Greens on the Grill
It can’t be said enough – eating plant based doesn’t mean you have to miss out on the barbecue season! This is literally odd bits and pieces that I had in the fridge and tossed on the grill, and together with a salsa and mayo, it made the most delicious dinner..On the grill: asparagus, sliced… Read more »
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Summer Salad Bowl
It’s unusually hot here in Sweden at the moment, and all I want to eat is salads, salads, salads. In this bowl is whole bulghur, steamed sweet potato cubes, peas, watermelon, alfalfa sprouts, avocado, pickled ginger, mint and coriander. I meant to show you the tasty dressing I made to match this, but as usual… Read more »
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Midsummer Strawberry Cake
Yesterday we celebrated Midsummer’s Eve in Sweden. It’s a big deal, I’d say we see it as the most genuine Swedish tradition of all. After an eternity of winter and darkness, we have all the more reason enjoy the summer solstice and the beautiful summer nights. Most important on the table for this holiday is… Read more »
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Grilled Greens & Bread Salad
Summer is definitely the time to cook outside and put all sorts of things on the grill. Here’s a little buffet of grilled green goodies:• boiled and halved potatoes• mushroom skewers in a sesame oil, soy, garlic and ginger marinade (it’s a winner!)• red cabbage• asparagus• lemon• fresh onions• herby croutonsOn the side I served… Read more »
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Quick Tabbouleh
First of June, and summer is officially here! I’m planning to eat endless bowls of salads this season. And I’m so looking forward to all the fresh produce that will be available. This is my first contribution – a super quick take on tabbouleh, which is up there among my fave salad combos. While authentic… Read more »
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Ginger Miso Ramen
I’ve been dreaming of this bowl of vegan ramen since I ate it. I had a day at home where I could let the broth simmer on the stove for hours and hours, and it really paid off. I improvised, as usual, and used what I had at hand. Onions, garlic, ginger, mushrooms, carrots, lots… Read more »
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Meze Platter
I love snack platters, but I don’t make them often enough. Luckily, I saw a beautiful meze platter from @elleshungry that inspired me to make this one. (You need to check Elle out! Amazing photos of the most stunning café foods in Sydney, and delicious homemade meals and sweets. I’ll share her post in my… Read more »