Golden and crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, these baked zucchini fries are packed with savoury parmesan flavour. They’re an easy, healthier alternative to traditional fries and make the perfect snack, side dish, or party appetizer. Serve them hot with your favourite dip for a crowd pleasing bite everyone will love.
Ingredients: 2–3 zucchini 2 egg whites or 1 egg ½ cup flour ½ cup panko breadcrumbs &frac...
Crisp-tender asparagus wrapped in savoury, golden bacon makes for an easy, crowd-pleasing dish. Lightly seasoned and roasted until perfectly caramelized, delivering big flavour with minimal effort.
Ingredients: 1 bunch asparagus (about 1 lb), woody ends trimmed 8–10 slices bacon (regular cut works best)...
Creamy, fresh, and full of bright, zesty flavour, this classic guacamole is a vibrant take on a beloved dip. Ripe avocados are gently mashed with tangy lime juice, crisp red onion, juicy tomato, and fragrant cilantro, creating the perfect balance of smooth and chunky in every bite. Finished with a hint of garlic and a touch of salt, it’s a simple, feel-good staple that’s just as perfect for scooping with chips as it is for topping tacos, bowls, or toast.
Ingredients: 3 ripe avocados 1 small lime, juiced 2 tbsp red onion, finely diced 1 small tomato, diced 1&ndas...
Fresh, crisp, and full of bright, zesty flavour, this radish coleslaw is a refreshing twist on a classic side. Peppery radishes, crunchy cabbage, and shaved fennel are tossed in a light lemon dressing with a hint of sweetness, creating the perfect balance of sharp and refreshing in every bite. Finished with fresh herbs and a drizzle of olive oil, it’s a vibrant, feel-good dish that pairs beautifully with just about anything.
Ingredients: 2 cups mixed cabbage (red and green), thinly sliced 1 small fennel bulb, shaved (fronds reserved)...
Light, crisp, and full of fresh flavour, this Honeydew Cucumber Salad is the perfect seasonal side. Sweet honeydew melon pairs beautifully with cool cucumber, while fresh dill and a squeeze of lime add a bright, herbaceous finish. It’s simple to make, naturally refreshing, and ideal for days when you want something light but flavourful.
Ingredients: 2 cups honeydew melon, cubed 1–1½ cups cucumber, cubed ¼ cup red onion, finely...
Smoky, fresh, and bursting with color, these Charred Avocados Stuffed with Grilled Zucchini & Roasted Red Pepper make a vibrant appetizer or light meal. Perfect for summer grilling or a quick plant-forward dish any time.
Ingredients: 2 ripe but firm avocados, halved and pitted 1 zucchini, diced or cut into small half-moons 1 r...
A simple yet savoury appetizer that’s always a crowd-pleaser! Fresh asparagus gets a smoky upgrade wrapped in crispy bacon—perfect for BBQ season or an easy weeknight treat.
Ingredients: 1 bunch of asparagus (about 12–16 spears), trimmed 6–8 slices of bacon (cut i...
Sweet mini peppers get a simple yet delicious upgrade in this easy roasted recipe. Filled with fresh basil and your choice of cheese—mozzarella, goat, or plant-based—they’re warm, melty, and finished with a drizzle of balsamic for the perfect sweet-and-savoury bite.
Ingredients: 1 lb sweet mini peppers (about 12) ½ cup semi-soft cheese of choice (mozzarella, goat chee...
Zucchini is plentiful in BC and with so many ways to use it, we say the more the better! In the summer, grilling zucchini is a quick and easy way to bring out the flavours with a little olive oil and seasoning. To make a beautiful and delicious appetizer, just slice zucchini lengthwise and grill, then stuff with cheese and herb filling and roll into pinwheels. Voila!
Ingredients: 4 medium zucchini, sliced lengthwise approximately ¼” thick Olive oil for brushing ...
Bruschetta is an Italian appetizer perfect to serve at parties or to make any time for a simple and savoury snack. Fresh flavours of tomatoes, basil, garlic and balsamic vinegar make an ideal topping for lightly grilled slices of french bread. Delicious!
Ingredients: 1 loaf French bread, sliced diagonally into ¼ inch pieces 8 Roma tomatoes, diced 1 tabl...