Summer

Fresh Tomato Salad

Submitted by Greg Stewart, St Johns, NL; Tested by Jill Cashman

This simple salad comes together in minutes and makes a delicious side dish for a light lunch or supper.

Black Bean, Mango and Chicken Wrap

Recipe Developed by Paula Bowman

This recipe comes together quickly with the help of a store-bought rotisserie chicken and a few fresh grocery items.

Potato Cakes with Leeks and Feta

Recipe Developed by Paula Bowman

These lacy potato cakes use very little oil compared to other pan-fried versions. Baked in muffin tins, they get really crispy on the outside while remaining soft and fluffy inside. Potato cakes would also be great served as a side dish with roast chicken.

Pecan Crusted Red Snapper with Carrot Vinaigrette

Recipe Developed by Paula Bowman

Carrot vinaigrette looks dramatic on the plate and its natural sweetness is a pleasant contrast to the earthy flavours of rosemary and pecan. You can also use tilapia in place of red snapper, if desired.

Open-Faced Omelette with Turkey Sausage, Swiss Chard and Fontina

Recipe Developed by Paula Bowman

Feel free to use any fresh sausage of your choice. Swiss chard comes in a rainbow of coloured stems. Any colour can be used and once cooked its flavour is similar to a mild spinach.

Breaded Chicken with Apple and Aged Cheddar

Submitted by Samantha Eves, Port Hope, ON; Tested by Elisabeth Turner

This healthy chicken dish has a unique flavour and is perfect for entertaining.

Slow-Cooked Vegetable Roundup

Submitted by Dian Anderson, Courtenay, BC; Tested by Nicole Cleaver

This slow-cooked meal highlights the flavour of numerous vegetables.

Easy Chicken Quesadillas

Submitted by Karen David, Halifax, NS; Tested by Wendy Fleck

Tender chicken and crisp veggies smothered with cheese and sandwiched between warm tortillas? Make enough for seconds.

Tomato Seafood Stew with Chorizo, Clams and Shrimp

Recipe Developed by Paula Bowman

Spanish chorizo is a cured sausage that comes in hot and mild (sweet) varieties. Depending on personal taste, either can be used in this recipe and both will impart a smoked paprika flavour into the tomato broth. Look for chorizo in the refrigerated deli section of larger grocery stores.