Greek-Style Black-Eyed Peas

Here's a versatile way to add protein to your dinner, even at the last minute. Double the recipe to pair with rice for a vegetarian meal. In summer, substitute 2 tsp (10 mL) chopped fresh oregano or dill for the dried oregano.

Cider-Sautéed Kale and Pork

Apple cider adds a touch of sweetness to this quick dish of healthy greens and shredded pork. Serve over creamy polenta or cooked rice for a complete, stick-to-your-ribs meal.

Soy-Braised Tofu

Cornmeal-Crusted Pickerel BLT

You can use store-bought tartar sauce, especially if you're camping. 

Tomato and Feta Salad

Locally grown tomatoes and real feta cheese is a classic salad, with good reason. Greece has won the right to call its tangy white goats' cheese “feta.” Other countries producing similar cheese must add the country of origin, such as Danish feta, to distinguish it from the real thing.

Artichoke and Sun-Dried Tomato Linguine

From chopping board to supper table in 15 minutes, this pasta uses artichokes and sun-dried tomatoes for a piquant touch.

Stir-Fried Beef and Vegetables

Added flavour comes from tamari soy sauce (available in health food stores), which has a more pleasant taste than most soy sauces; substitute Japanese soy sauce if tamari is unavailable. Oyster mushrooms enrich the stir-fry, too, but regular mushrooms can be used. If you like more heat, add 1/4 tsp (1 mL) hot pepper flakes.

Honey Ginger Pork Chops

Serve with Long-Grain Rice and Asian Brussels Sprouts Toss (see recipes below).

Romaine Salad with Bacon and Hard-Cooked Eggs

Here's a slight twist to the ever-favourite Caesar salad.

Balsamic Grilled Red Onions

Don't forget onions as a dish on their own. Grilling brings out their sweetness, balanced by the balsamic vinegar seasoning to make a great side dish for grilled meats.