The Healthy Food Cook 10/1/26 The Healthy Food Cook 10/1/26

Roasted Halloumi Autumn Salad

Roasted halloumi and red beet make a wonderful sweet and salty combination. Avocado and pine nuts add richness while the sweet potatoes add that autumn vibe. A drizzle of olive oil, a touch of lemon and a few drops of balsamic vinegar are just enough to dress this colorful salad.

The Healthy Food Cook 9/24/26 The Healthy Food Cook 9/24/26

Chanterelle Mushrooms Risotto

Autumn is here and a creamy risotto can warm us up in the colder days and … not only.

Chanterelles are tasty and delicate and make a beautiful pair with the creamy risotto.

It’s your call to fold them into the risotto together with the Parmesan or spoon them over when you prepare the plates.

The Healthy Food Cook 9/17/26 The Healthy Food Cook 9/17/26

Avocado Tuna Spread

Probably this isn’t your regular guacamole, but maybe you should give it a try. Light, fresh, high in protein and loaded with healthy fats. Just bring your favorite baguette, sourdough bread, or wrap and dig in :). Some tasty, local, September tomatoes make a beautiful pair.

The Healthy Food Cook 9/10/26 The Healthy Food Cook 9/10/26

Roasted Salmon Salad With Sweet Potatoes

A nice, nourishing salad that says hello to chillier autumn mornings after a sunny, warm summer.

The Healthy Food Cook 9/3/26 The Healthy Food Cook 9/3/26

Roasted Peppers Pesto

A light summer pesto, perfect as a spread on a good sourdough toast, in a salad, or with pasta. Fresh and simple…

The Healthy Food Cook 8/27/26 The Healthy Food Cook 8/27/26

Hummus Eggplant Salad

It’s not hummus and not baba-ganoush. It’s simply a tasty and interesting combination. Hummus, chopped roasted eggplants, a little mashed avocado, and of course olive oil and lemon. I skipped tahini this time, saving it for another recipe.

The Healthy Food Cook 8/20/26 The Healthy Food Cook 8/20/26

A Kind Of Cacio E Pepe Risotto

In May 2012, after a strong earthquake struck his home region of Emilia-Romagna in Italy, chef Massimo Bottura created Riso Cacio E Pepe, using Parmigiano Reggiano as a twist on the traditional Pecorino Romano.

The earthquake cracked more than 300.000 wheels of locally produced Parmigiano Reggiano.

Massimo’s widely promoted recipe helped the selling of the damaged wheels and supported local producers and jobs during a difficult time.

I liked the story, and because I enjoy both risotto and Parmesan, I decided to try something similar.

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.