Tag: olive oil

  • Corn, Almond Cheese & Blueberry Salad

    Corn, Almond Cheese & Blueberry Salad

    Fresh corn on the cob is one of my favourite summer foods. It tastes better than canned or frozen sweetcorn by a million miles. I’ve only eaten it cooked with some salt and vegan butter, or lightly grilled on the barbecue. It’s also a longstanding go-to when heading out for a picnic. But I decided… Read more »


  • Zucchini Lemon Loaf

    Zucchini Lemon Loaf

    Last year, I learnt that zucchini isn’t reserved for savoury dishes alone. No, it works really well in baking too. In the same way that carrot adds sweetness and moisture to a carrot cake, so does the zucchini. I made a few zucchini breads last summer, adding in chocolate and spices. All delicious, of course!… Read more »


  • Watermelon Salad with Mint & Lime Yoghurt

    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 »


  • Cherry & Basil Salad

    Cherry & Basil Salad

    Summer really is the best time of the year when it comes to fresh produce. I’ve always loved cherries, and remember fondly how we picked them through our window in my Grandma’s summer house when I was little. This is the first time I use cherries in a salad, and I found that they paired… Read more »


  • Tomato Bruschetta

    Tomato Bruschetta

    I love tomatoes, and I think that the perfect way to highlight this produce is by making a tomato bruschetta. I diced a perfectly ripe tomato and added lots of chopped basil, salt, black pepper and olive oil. (Also add red onion if you like, but raw onions just aren’t my cup of tea.) Then… Read more »


  • Roasted Tomato & Avocado Spaghetti

    Roasted Tomato & Avocado Spaghetti

    How about a delicious, creamy yet light pasta with lots of flavour? I suggest you try this one! Cut about 400 g baby plum tomatoes (or regular) in half. Place with the cut side up on a baking tray. Mince 3 cloves of garlic and sprinkle on top of the tomatoes. Drizzle with olive oil… Read more »


  • Twisted Herb & Garlic Bread

    Twisted Herb & Garlic Bread

    This has been a very strange time, the past few months. With everything going on in the world, I know I’m not the only one to feel overwhelmed. A good way to unwind for me is to get creative in the kitchen, and best of all is to bake. Like this twisted herb & garlic… Read more »


  • Focaccia Garden with Baby Tomatoes

    Focaccia Garden with Baby Tomatoes

    With this one, I held back a little on the flour, and let it rise overnight in the fridge. You’ll find the recipe for the dough in my previous focaccia post. In the morning, I decorated it with flat leaf parsley and sage from my herb garden, and some sliced baby plum tomatoes. Then I… Read more »


  • Quick Tabbouleh

    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 »


  • Asparagus, Pea & Lemon Risotto

    Asparagus, Pea & Lemon Risotto

    My friend @happyherbivorekitchen posted a risotto a while back, that I immediately put down on my (ever growing) must-try-list. She had used a recipe from @happyskinkitchen that I followed pretty closely, and then added asparagus at the end. It was absolutely lovely, maybe even the best risotto I’ve had. I just loved the flavours coming… Read more »