Quick & Easy Recipes

Grilled Steak Salad with Balsamic Glaze

Seasoned strips of grilled steak elevate a simple salad to entree salad status. Romaine leaves are tossed in a Dijon-balsamic dressing, along with grapes,...

Chocolate Hazelnut Cookies

Chocolate hazelnut cookies — what’s not to love about those three words? These deliciously lightly-sweet cookies have no flour, no butter and are refined...

Pointed Cabbage Stir-fry with Potatoes (Bengali-Style)

The inspiration for this pointed cabbage stir-fry recipe comes from the Bengali dish Bandhakopi Torkari, which is a simple stir-fried cabbage side dish, made...

Blueberry Scones

These are the best blueberry scones I’ve ever made! They are bursting with juicy blueberries and they are buttery and moist with a perfectly...

Greek-Style Sautéed Green Beans

This Greek-Style Sautéed Green Beans is a bright and vibrant side dish that’s perfect for any occasion. Tender-crisp green beans are paired with salty Kalamata olives,...

Easy Chickpea Salad with Tomatoes, Herbs and Ginger Vinaigrette

Easy Chickpea Salad with Tomatoes and Herbs -- a quick and easy salad with a refreshing and nutritious twist. Bursting with vibrant colours and...

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...

Orzo Salad with Zucchini and Chickpeas

This orzo salad with zucchini and chickpeas is light, fresh and full of Mediterranean flavour. Tender orzo pasta, golden pan-fried zucchini, protein-packed chickpeas and...

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...

Pasta with Oyster Mushrooms, Prosciutto and Fresh Sage

Combined with the subtlety of pasta with oyster mushrooms and the delicate saltiness of prosciutto, this dish makes for an easy, elegant midweek meal...

Quinoa Salad with Tomato, Cucumber and Spinach

This quinoa salad with tomato, cucumber and spinach is a healthy salad – perfect for summer as it’s easy and quick to make. Plus...

Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Hazelnuts and Pomegranate

So how do you transform these cute little cabbages into something amazing? -- Roast them! I love roasted Brussels sprouts! And I particularly love...

Asparagus Salad with Strawberries and Croutons

Today, I’m thrilled to bring you an Asparagus Salad recipe that epitomises the beauty of simplicity and the joy of seasonal eating. This vibrant dish combines...

Oven Roasted Pumpkin with Chili, Almonds and Feta

Say hello to my new favorite way to enjoy oven roasted pumpkin. Imagine...Hokkaido pumpkin, sweet red onion and almonds tossed together with pure Canadian...

Zucchini Noodle Salad with Tomato, Basil and Pine Nuts

Summer Zucchini Noodle Salad is everything a warm-weather dish should be — fresh, vibrant, and incredibly easy to throw together. Made with spiralised zucchini...

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...

Salsiccia and Kale Pasta

Hey there, pasta lovers! Get ready to elevate your dinner game with this Salsiccia and Kale Pasta recipe. It’s a simple yet sensational dish...

Lemon Poppyseed Scones

Get ready to elevate your tea-time game with these Lemon Poppyseed Scones – a perfect blend of zesty lemon, wholesome oats, and delicate poppy...

Biscuits with Cheddar and Chives

Fantastically flavorful, these homemade biscuits with cheddar and chives are perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner! They are so quick and easy to make!...

Vegetable Thai Green Curry

One of the things I love about Thai curries is that they are so adaptable. They can be anything from simple to complex, soupy...

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Quick and easy recipes for effortlessly delicious meals in 30-35 minutes (or less!)

Most of these recipes can be prepared in less than 30 minutes. Even the ones esimated to take 35 minutes (I estimate extra time for chopping since some of us are quicker than others). All of the these quick recipes are made with fresh ingredients, and prepared by scratch. That means there are no shortcuts using a microwave and no frozen pizza involved. So whether you are stretched for time, or the weather is too nice to spend time in the kitchen, here you will find lots of recipes that are tasty and healthy and even ones that will satisfy the whole family.

Fresh ingredients are the key to simple and tasty meals

The secret to a simple and tasty meal is fresh, high-quality ingredients. If you shop right, then you can easily conjure up many delicious dishes in a short amount of time. Which is why I love my weekly farmers market. That’s Elle Republic’s claim. It’s possible to eat delicious and healthy food without spending a lot of time in the kitchen. So let yourself be inspired and get started. Whether salads, stews, soups or curries. The choice is vast. I have put together recipes for you from many different countries around the world and interpreted new ones. There’s nothing wrong with combining Asian and Mediterranean food. Or Germany meets Jamaica. Everything is possible as long as it tastes good and, in this case, is done quickly. You’ll also find quick and easy recipe ideas for breakfast and snacks.  Have fun with these simple, healthy and tasty ideas!