The Healthy Food Cook 8/13/26 The Healthy Food Cook 8/13/26

Roasted Eggplant Summer Pasta

Another summer pasta recipe, this time bringing together eggplants and peppers. A light tomato sauce, fresh basil leaves, and of course grated Parmesan to keep Italy closer.

The Healthy Food Cook 8/6/26 The Healthy Food Cook 8/6/26

Grilled Octopus Salad

Another interesting choice for seafood lovers. This dish sits somewhere between a nourishing salad and a complete meal. Grilled octopus, new potatoes, and ripe tomatoes are brought together with a simple olive oil and lemon dressing, then finished with fresh chopped parsley.

The Healthy Food Cook 7/30/26 The Healthy Food Cook 7/30/26

Warm Potato Salad With Roasted Salmon

A nourishing warm salad that celebrates small new potatoes and flavoured tomatoes.

Roasted salmon and baby spinach complete the picture.

Finish simply with olive and fresh lemon juice, this is a dish that lets a few good ingredients shine.

The Healthy Food Cook 7/23/26 The Healthy Food Cook 7/23/26

Summer tomato salad with arugula dressing

Summer is tomato season, with beautiful colors, interesting shapes, and countless delicious flavors.

A mix of ripe tomatoes, sweet peppers, mozzarella, and a blended arugula dressing come together in a fresh and colorful summer salad. Grilling the peppers adds a gentle smoky note that balances the sweetness of ripe summer tomatoes.

The Healthy Food Cook 7/16/26 The Healthy Food Cook 7/16/26

Lemonade Smoothie

Combining a fresh lemonade with a nourishing smoothie made with frozen bananas, almonds and oatmeal can be a surprisingly good choice for a hot summer morning.

Granita lovers might appreciate this refreshing combination.

The Healthy Food Cook 7/5/26 The Healthy Food Cook 7/5/26

Something Like Pasta alla Nerano

From the village of Nerano, on the Sorrento Peninsula, comes one of Italy’s most famous pasta dish.

Zucchini, Provolone del Monaco, Parmesan, garlic, basil and olive oil come together in a creamy and flavorful sauce.

Stanley Tucci famously spoke about Spaghetti all Nerano as “unbelievable” and “life changing”, so without going too far from original spirit, I tried something similar.

The Healthy Food Cook 7/2/26 The Healthy Food Cook 7/2/26

Tirokafteri - The Greek Feta Based Dip

Tirokafteri is a well-known Greek spread built around feta cheese and roasted peppers.

The name is a combination of two Greek words, “tiri” meaning cheese, and “kafteri”, meaning spicy.

How much chili you add is entirely up to you, but even without much heat, the combination of feta and roasted peppers is already delicious.

The Healthy Food Cook 6/25/26 The Healthy Food Cook 6/25/26

Panzanella With Green Beans And Mozzarella

Originally from Tuscany and Umbria, Panzanella is made with stale bread, ripe tomatoes, onions and olive oil. Simple ingredients transformed into something deeply satisfying.

The Healthy Food Cook 6/18/26 The Healthy Food Cook 6/18/26

Pesto Pasta Salad With Grilled Halloumi

Pesto pasta is a classic and combining it with grilled halloumi and sweet tomatoes in a summer salad is a very good idea.

A tasty, nourishing, and balanced dish, ready for any moment of the day.

The Healthy Food Cook 6/11/26 The Healthy Food Cook 6/11/26

Grilled Chicken Summer Salad

Grilled chicken breast and a creamy avocado-Parmesan dressing pair well with crunchy lettuce and smoky grilled vegetables in a light yet satisfying summer salad.

The Healthy Food Cook 6/4/26 The Healthy Food Cook 6/4/26

Strawberries Sticky Rice With Peanut Butter

Inspired by the famous mango sticky rice, this version takes advantage of one of June’s greatest gifts: fresh strawberries. Brown rice adds a little more texture and fiber, while peanut butter brings richness and depth. Simple comforting and surprisingly satisfying.

The Healthy Food Cook 5/25/26 The Healthy Food Cook 5/25/26

Baked Spring Onions Halloumi Salad

Grilling halloumi may be the quicker option, but baking brings great results too.

And once the oven is hot, you might as well add a few seasonal vegetables alongside.

This time: spring onions.

The Healthy Food Cook 5/21/26 The Healthy Food Cook 5/21/26

Sardine Salad With Red Kidney Beans And Grilled Spring Onions

Another nourishing protein-rich salad for sardine lovers.

Red kidney beans, grilled spring onions, and sardines make a delicious and satisfying combination.

Finished simply with pickled cucumbers, olive oil and lemon juice, this salad is about bringing out more from just a few good ingredients.

The Healthy Food Cook 5/13/26 The Healthy Food Cook 5/13/26

Baked Butternut Squash And Frozen Blackberries Smoothie

Butternut squash is a very good idea for a creamy yet light smoothie, and blackberries, fresh or frozen, make a beautiful match.

The Healthy Food Cook 5/7/26 The Healthy Food Cook 5/7/26

“Three sisters” warm salad

The “Three Sisters” refers to the three main crops cultivated by indigenous people of Central and North America. When eaten together, corn, beans and squash, provide all essential amino acids, making this salad a naturally balanced and complete dish.

The Healthy Food Cook 4/30/26 The Healthy Food Cook 4/30/26

Warm chickpeas salad with grilled halloumi

A nourishing protein-packed warm salad.

Bay-flavored chickpeas pair beautifully with smokey halloumi and fresh parsley.

Simple and satisfying.

The Healthy Food Cook 4/23/26 The Healthy Food Cook 4/23/26

Blanched Spinach Warm Salad

Spinach pairs naturally with eggs and cheese, especially a buttery cheddar.

Bringing them together in a warm salad, gently flavored with garlic, creates a simple and satisfying dish.

The Healthy Food Cook 4/16/26 The Healthy Food Cook 4/16/26

Creamy Risoni With Bresaola

A quick and satisfying creamy pasta with a risotto look. Bresaola, Parmesan and olive oil are a beautiful combination on their own, often served simply. Here, they come together in a creamy pasta that remains light yet full of character.

The Healthy Food Cook 4/9/26 The Healthy Food Cook 4/9/26

Citrus Sardine Salad

A nourishing yet elegant salad for sardine lovers.

The bold flavor of sardines is balanced by the sweetness of beetroot and tangerine.

A soft boiled egg adds richness, while broccoli and radishes bring texture and freshness.

Toasted pine nuts complete the picture.

Simply dressed with olive oil, lemon juice and a touch of balsamic vinegar, this salad is both satisfying and well balanced.

The Healthy Food Cook 4/2/26 The Healthy Food Cook 4/2/26

Grilled Zucchini Creamy Pasta

Grilled zucchini, avocado and roasted cashews come together in a naturally creamy vegan sauce. Lemon juice and olive oil, bring freshness and balance, keeping this dish bright and interesting.