Quick & Easy Recipes

Grilled Corn Panzanella Recipe (Italian Bread Salad)

Meet my new late-summer favourite: Grilled Corn Panzanella. There’s something magical about this Italian bread salad that captures the essence of late summer. The...

Cucumber Salad with Dill and Feta

Cool, crisp and refreshing, I love a good cucumber salad - especially one made with adorable mini cucumbers! The combination of cucumber, sweet red...

Pasta with Artichokes and Wild Mushrooms

One of the things I love about fall is the assortment of wild mushrooms available at the farmers market. I absolutely love mushrooms---they are...

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...

Pasta Puttanesca: Tuna, Olives and Capers in a Tomato Sauce

Traditionally, puttanesca sauce is served with spaghetti in a dish known for being “in the style of the whore”. Oooh so devilish. There is...

King Trumpet Mushroom Salad

I really loves salads. And I am pretty big fan of mushrooms too. BUT I’m not all the particular to the all too “vanilla”...

Kale Salad with Sweet Potatoes and Tahini Dressing

Winter is all about kale for me. And here’s a new favourite winter salad. Kale Salad with Sweet Potatoes tossed in a tahini dressing....

Grilled Vegetable Antipasti Sandwich

Meet your new sandwich, the grilled vegetable antipasti sandwich with pesto and lemon ricotta. Simple and delicious, this is for all veggie lovers out...

Oxheart Cabbage Coleslaw with Apple and Mango

This Oxheart Cabbage Salad with Apple and Mango is a light, refreshing coleslaw that’s creamy, tangy, and perfectly balanced with a touch of...

Cranberry Scones

This cranberry scones recipe is perfect during the holiday season when fresh cranberries are abundant, or anytime of year using frozen berries! Simply delicious,...

Smoked Trout Orzo Salad with Artichokes & Fennel

Smoked Trout Orzo Salad with Artichokes & Fennel: Not everyone is as infatuated with artichokes as I am. I could eat them any possible...

Soba Noodle Salad with Mango and Tofu

This Soba Noodle Salad with Mangoand Tofu is everything we crave in a quick, healthy meal — cool, crisp, and full of flavour. Buckwheat soba noodles...

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,...

Asian Cucumber Noodle Salad

I love the thought of zucchini noodles but I can’t convince my favorite Schwabe of their worthiness. He claims that no zucchini compares to...

Tomato and Peach Salad with Crispy Prosciutto

This Tomato and Peach Salad with Crispy Prosciutto is a sunshine-on-a-plate kind of dish. Sweet juicy peaches, vibrant heirloom tomatoes, salty prosciutto and crumbled feta, all...

Sautéed Beet Greens with Garlic, Lemon & Almonds

One of the really great things I love about the arrival of spring is all the fresh produce available at the farmers market. In...

Orzo Salad with Cherry Tomatoes, Red Pepper and Olives

Summer was made for salads like this Orzo Salad with Cherry Tomatoes, Red Pepper and Olives. Mediterranean salads such as this simple vegetarian orzo...

Grilled Ling Fish & Cabbage with a Buttermilk-Dill-Sauce

This grilled ling fish recipe has to be one of the easiest and quickest ways to prepare a delicious tasting meal in less than...

Simple Kale Salad with Lemon-Tahini Dressing

Here's a simple kale salad for lovers of dark leafy greens! Yep, that's me! I crave kale salads at this time of year. And...

Pasta with Green Beans, Potatoes and Pesto

Pasta with green beans, new potatoes and basil pesto or pesto alla Genovese is an easy and delicious recipe inspired by a traditional Ligurian...

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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!