The other day it hit 35 degrees in Sydney, and the last thing I wanted to do was turn the oven on or sit down to anything heavy for dinner. When it’s that hot, I crave food that feels light, fresh and effortless to pull together. With stone fruit in peak season right now, I’ve…
Tag: Summer Salad
Charred Asparagus Salad with Broad Beans and Mint Yoghurt
Asparagus season is short, but when it’s here, I make the most of it. I spotted a stand overflowing with bunches at the Marrickville markets last weekend — two for a couple of dollars — and couldn’t resist. There’s something about those tender green spears that feels like the very start of spring. I’ve been…
Orange and Fennel Salad
Fresh, crisp, and vibrant — this Orange and Fennel Salad is one of those dishes I always come back to in summer. There’s something about the juicy sweetness of oranges against the subtle anise flavour of fennel that feels instantly refreshing. I especially love serving it with seafood, but sometimes I’ll simply pick up a…
Classic Caesar Salad with Crispy Oven-Baked Bacon
Crispy bacon, golden croutons, creamy dressing — this Caesar Salad is a timeless classic. Baking the bacon and bread together on one tray makes this recipe easy, fuss-free, and ideal for everything from casual lunches to dinner party starters. Why You’ll Love This Recipe A Note on the Original Caesar Salad The original Caesar Salad…
Grilled Zucchini Salad with Rocket and Mozzarella
When the weather warms up, I find myself reaching for recipes that are light, fresh, and full of contrast—and this easy grilled zucchini salad recipe is all of that and more. It brings together smoky grilled zucchini, creamy mozzarella, peppery rocket, and a sweet-savoury agrodolce dressing that packs a punch. Toasted pistachios add just the…
Prawn, Mango and Avocado Salad
I could eat this Prawn, Mango and Avocado Salad all summer long. Its so quick and easy! It’s fresh, vibrant, and a wonderful mix of textures—perfect for a quick lunch, a healthy dinner, or even a standout starter for your next dinner party. Why You’ll Love This Salad The Magic of Mango and Avocado Mango…
Calamari and Chorizo Salad
I love making this salad in summer, its the perfect light meal, With the combination of bold flavours and fresh ingredients, this Calamari and Chorizo Salad Recipe is quick, easy to prepare and tastes delicious! Pairing tender, delicate calamari with the smoky, spicy kick of chorizo, makes this vibrant dish perfect for a light lunch…
Prawn and Green Mango Salad
Making this salad will transport you to a sunny beach somewhere in South East Asia! Picture this, boats swaying in the breeze, a hammock, a cocktail, gorgeous sunshine and its lunchtime. It’s too hot to eat any thing heavy so what do you feel like eating???? Why a Prawn and Green Mango salad of course!…