Glass Noodle Salad with Cucumber and Sesame

Asian salads, with their tangy, light dressings and refreshing vegetables are nearly impossible for me to resist. I could eat one every day. Here on Swirls and Spice I’ve shared several of my favourite salads, including Sesame Orange Napa Cabbage Salad and last week’s Sesame Black Bean Salad. This latest recipe is ultra light, thanks to the potato starch noodles which are filling but low in calories and carbohydrates. … Continue reading Glass Noodle Salad with Cucumber and Sesame

aiming4simpleJanuary 2015January 20159 Comments

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Sesame Black Bean Salad

Sesame and ginger-infused dressing breathes new life into this black bean salad, taking it in a deliciously different direction. Dive into the flavours of Asia with a salad that can serve as both side dish and healthy lunch. The versatility of bean salads also means that they can be enjoyed in many ways–in pitas, on crostini, as well as plain on a plate. I also … Continue reading Sesame Black Bean Salad

aiming4simpleJanuary 2015February 201617 Comments

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Gluten-Free Lentil Samosas with Tomato Onion Chutney

Bite into a lentil samosa and let warm spices of India chase away winter’s chill. Tomato and onion chutney provides a rich companion sauce with a hint of natural sweetness. As a holiday starter, game day appetizer, or enticing buffet option, gluten free samosas offer flavour, protein, and crunch. While I still love the bold flavours of Tex-Mex this time of year, Indian samosas are … Continue reading Gluten-Free Lentil Samosas with Tomato Onion Chutney

aiming4simpleDecember 2014December 201416 Comments

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Lamb, Zucchini and Mashed Potato Pie

My family absolutely loves this hearty casserole, which is why I am willing to make the mashed potatoes from scratch. But if you happen to have leftover mashed potatoes, you’ve got yourself one of the easiest, most satisfying suppers ever! Lamb is not a meat I grew up eating much, but I love it now. Not everyone feels the same way about lamb, but after … Continue reading Lamb, Zucchini and Mashed Potato Pie

aiming4simpleNovember 2014November 20147 Comments

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Slow-Cooker Succotash with Quinoa and Butternut Squash

With plenty of savoury flavour and the convenience of the crock pot, finally, here is an appealing succotash recipe that makes me grateful and glad! Skeptics like me need some convincing that succotash is a dish worth serving. Though I would like to be as thankful as the my immigrant ancestors were for basic sustenance, bland food does not incline me toward celebration. My opinion … Continue reading Slow-Cooker Succotash with Quinoa and Butternut Squash

aiming4simpleNovember 2014November 20147 Comments

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Savoury Cilantro Popovers {Gluten Free}

Poll a group of people and you will find few, if any, who are undecided when it comes to the taste of cilantro (or coriander). I fall into the cilantro lovers’ camp most definitely! But should you find yourself on the other side of the aisle, fear not. You can easily swap in fresh basil or even baby spinach leaves. And in all of these variations, … Continue reading Savoury Cilantro Popovers {Gluten Free}

aiming4simpleOctober 2014November 201420 Comments