Lemon Balm Pesto

Lemon Balm Pesto

A new favorite: Lemon Balm Pesto! I am always dreaming up ways to incorporate more fresh summer herbs into my diet. Pesto is just...
Orange-Infused Couscous with Cherries and Arugula

Orange-Infused Couscous with Cherries and Arugula

I really love couscous in salads and the way those tiny semolina granules have the ability to keep you feeling full and satisfied. With...
Spaghetti with Tuna-Caper-Olive Pesto

Spaghetti with Tuna-Caper-Olive Pesto

Not only does this dish taste splendid, it’s perfect for when you are simply hungry and are craving something satisfying but don’t have the...
Easy Baked Pesto Pasta

Easy Baked Pesto Pasta

As you know, I love anything green, delicious, and fresh. And because a large part of me also loves good ole comfort food, I...

Mango Insalata Caprese

Insalata caprese (meaning, the salad from Capri) is the perfect summertime dish. I first experienced how delicious mangos in a caprese salad could be...
Warm Quinoa Salad with Sun-Dried Tomatoes

Warm Quinoa Salad with Sun-Dried Tomatoes & Arugula

Originating from the South America Andes, quinoa has been referred to by the Incas as being the "mother of all grains" (though, technically quinoa...
Watercress Salad

Watercress Salad with Persimmon and Rhubarb-Ginger Dressing

I love creative salads like this watercress salad. Inspired by the wonderful assortment of fresh farm produce, abundance of spring herbs, and exotic fruit...
Couscous Salad with Asparagus and Artichokes

Couscous Salad with Asparagus and Artichokes

You may have noticed by now that I am a huge salad fan. I eat them every day -- not only is this insanely...
Thai Salad with Prawns and Pineapple

Thai Salad with Prawns and Pineapple

I can't begin to tell you how yummy this Thai salad with prawns and pineapple was! It might just be the simplest, most heavenly...
Spring Radish Salad with Orange, Mint & Pine Nuts

Spring Radish Salad with Orange, Mint & Pine Nuts

With the abundance of fresh local spring radishes picked at their height of freshness and flavor, I’ve been trying to think of other ways...

Strawberry Spinach Salad with Lemon Dressing

This is a tasty and easy salad that can be prepared well in advance of guests arriving. The salad can be prepared beforehand and...
Hazelnut Pesto

Hazelnut Pesto

I mean who could say no to creamy homemade hazelnut pesto made from fragrant roasted hazelnuts? The robust flavor of the roasted hazelnuts gets...
Spring Parsley and Radish Salad

Spring Parsley and Radish Salad

This quick and easy parsley and radish salad is all about radishes in their wholesome, simple state. Don’t expect to have your socks blown...

Asparagus and Salmon Ceviche

Simplicity itself. Thin slices of raw, ultra-fresh salmon and white asparagus are marinated in a mixture of sweet red onion, lime juice, and chili...
Frisée Salad with Roquefort, Candied Walnuts and Oranges

Frisée Salad with Roquefort, Candied Walnuts and Oranges

Frisée Salad with Roquefort, Candied Walnuts and Oranges. I am 120% sure that this is what salad dreams are made of – a salad...
Shaved Viola Asparagus in a Lemon Vinaigrette

Shaved Viola Asparagus in a Lemon Vinaigrette

Full of flavor and color, fresh asparagus, whether it be green, white or purple, is a celebration of spring! I love it when asparagus...
Pasta mit Feta und Basilikum (super schnell!)

Pasta with Feta, Basil & Parsley (Super Quick!)

This one-pot recipe is inspired by a dish I’ve enjoyed many a times at my good friend Ines place. This thing about it is…well,...
Lemon-Dill Asparagus with Belgium Endive

Lemon-Dill Asparagus with Belgium Endive

For me, asparagus signals the start of spring! The first signs are the purple and white varieties popping up at the farmers markets everywhere....
Belgian Endive Pink Grapefruit Salad with Joghurt Dressing

Belgian Endive Pink Grapefruit Salad with Joghurt Dressing

In winter and early spring, grapefruits are plentiful and can be a refreshing addition to any salad. Sweet-tart pink grapefruit transforms slightly bitter endive...
Prosciutto Wrapped White Asparagus with Zesty Lemon

Prosciutto Wrapped White Asparagus with Zesty Lemon

I adore simple, healthy recipes that pack a ton of flavor. And this one, prosciutto wrapped white asparagus with the alluring scent and flavors...