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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 »
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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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Mushroom & Sunflower Seed Bolognese
After trying countless vegan minced meat substitutes, mainly soy or pea based and often not very tasty, I’ve finally found my favourite. And I love that it’s a whole food option and very easy to make. Hope you give this a try!.10-12 raw mushrooms3 dl sunflower seeds5-7 sundried tomatoes in oil.Cut the mushrooms in large… Read more »
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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 »
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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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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 »
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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 »
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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 »