Light Meals
A light meal is mostly a smaller size dish and is not considered the main meal of the day. It can consists out of a salad, an easy pasta, a soup with bread or some other meal that is quick and easy to prepare. Most of the times, a light meal is eaten during lunch time.
Browse Light Meal Recipes
Strawberry bruschetta with balsamic glaze
Simple yet delicious is the best way to describe this strawberry bruschetta with balsamic glaze. It only takes 10 minutes and a handful of fresh ingredients to put this elegant appetizer on the table. The combination of sweet and juicy strawberries, velvety cream...
Cauliflower and chestnut soup
This cauliflower and chestnut soup is such a deliciously rich and creamy bowl of comfort food, and this without adding any cream. It is packed with the nutty, earthy and sweet flavours of roasted chestnuts which is then combined with cauliflower, garlic, onion and...
Smoked salmon tartare
This smoked salmon tartare recipe is an elegant, light and pleasant seafood dish. Delicate yet delicious, it is perfect to serve as a scrumptious appetizer or vibrant starter during a formal or festive meal. It's very quick and easy to prepare by combining smoked...
Strawberry stuffed French toast
This strawberry stuffed French toast recipe is a perfect dish for a special occasion breakfast or a family brunch. Slices of bread are dipped in a cinnamon infused egg mixture, cooked golden brown in butter and afterwards layered with creamy mascarpone and sugar sweet...
Persimmon Caprese salad
This persimmon Caprese salad is a vibrant and delicious fall salad recipe. Slices of sweet persimmon are added to a tomato, mozzarella and basil salad, giving this traditional Italian insalate Caprese a distinctive autumn twist. What are persimmons? These beautifully...
Carrot and red lentil soup
This carrot and red lentil soup recipe is a heartwarming and healthy bowl of comfort food. It is an easy to prepare soup cooked with fragrant warm spices and tasty aromatics. This nutritious red lentil recipe is high in fibre, rich in vitamins, low in calories and...
Grilled chicken wraps with mango and spicy mayo
Mango chicken wraps are great for an easy lunch or as a quick dinner and will become your new family favourite. These wraps are loaded with grilled chicken strips, sweet mango, crunchy cucumbers and juicy tomatoes. Served with fresh cilantro and a dollop of homemade...
Grilled calamari with lemon and cilantro
Grilled calamari with lemon and cilantro is one of those famously uncomplicated Mediterranean dishes. A simple and humble appetizer with pure flavours that just breathes vacation, beach and sunshine. This grilled calamari recipe is first marinated in Mediterranean...
Butternut squash soup with orange and mint
This butternut squash soup with orange and mint is a rich, warm and comforting dish, perfect for those cold winter days. Served with rustic crusty bread, this healthy butternut squash soup is quick and easy to make and by far one of my favourite fall and winter soup...
Grilled persimmon salad with feta cheese
You'll just love this grilled persimmon salad recipe with tomatoes, mixed greens and feta cheese tossed in a rich and creamy tahini mustard dressing. It's a vibrant, healthy autumn or fall salad recipe which is perfect to use up all those deliciously sweet persimmons....
Creamy yellow pepper soup
This yellow pepper soup is bright, colourful, healthy, easy and comforting. What makes this soup so special is the addition of cream cheese which is what gives it a velvety smooth texture while keeping it light and full of flavour. It's perfect to serve for lunch or...
Salmorejo – Spanish cold tomato soup
Salmorejo is a Spanish cold tomato soup with a smooth and creamy texture. It can either be eaten as a light meal, or served as a starter or appetizer. Salmorejo is a chilled and refreshing dish, it's perfect to serve on a hot summer day. Traditionally, salmorejo is...
Curried egg salad sandwich
Curried egg salad is an interesting twist to your classic egg salad recipe. The creamy mayonnaise dressing is spiced up with a dash of curry powder, tangy Dijon mustard and a hint of paprika powder. This salad comes together in no time and is a great way to use up any...
Grilled halloumi salad with sweet potato
This Mediterranean halloumi salad recipe features pan-grilled halloumi cheese and roasted sweet potatoes tossed in a tangy tahini dressing. This vibrant gourmet salad is so easy to make for a healthy lunch or light dinner meal. Add your favourite salad toppings to...
Zucchini soup with arugula
This arugula zucchini soup is healthy, light and easy to make. Adding peppery arugula leaves gives this zucchini soup a delicious burst of flavour. Serve with some homemade croutons to make it a light and comforting meal. Zucchinis are low in calories, rich in various...
Asparagus omelet recipe
This asparagus omelet recipe is a healthy and tasty meal that comes together quickly with fluffy eggs wrapped around grilled asparagus and finished off with a pinch of flaky sea salt and fresh parsley. This asparagus and eggs recipe is perfect to serve as an indulgent...
Creamy tuna pasta with leek
This creamy tuna pasta recipe with leek is a healthy, easy and comforting pasta dish. The combination of savoury tuna, sweet leeks and a creamy zesty sauce topped with parmesan shavings makes this dish fresh, light and great for a light and quick lunch or an easy...
Caprese salad with burrata cheese
This Caprese salad with burrata and arugula puts Italy on a plate by combining delicious Italian ingredients. The ripe and juicy tomatoes give this dish its sweetness, the peppery arugula its tanginess, while the fresh basil leaves provide colour and aroma and the...
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