These Spanish garlic mushrooms, champiñones al ajillo, are a super simple tapas dish that are quick, easy and tasty. Perfect with other tapas, or enjoy as a side to various mains. The first time I had a version of this dish was in a small tapas bar in the North of Spain. It was right […] The post Spanish garlic mushrooms - champiñones al ajillo appeared first on Caroline's Cooking.| Caroline's Cooking
This green gazpacho, made with cucumber and avocado, is so easy to make with a surprising depth of flavor. It's refreshing, bright and perfect for warm days.| Caroline's Cooking
These cantaloupe melon and prosciutto skewers take the classic Italian combination and make it into a slightly fancier-feeling, but just as delicious, appetizer. They're so easy to make, and perfect as a highlight of any party platter. Prosciutto and melon, "prosciutto e melone", might almost be considered a bit cliche as an Italian antipasti, but it's […] The post Melon and prosciutto skewers appeared first on Caroline's Cooking.| Caroline's Cooking
Salmon tartare is such a lovely, elegant appetizer with delicate flavors. It's light, pretty healthy & easy to prepare. Perfect for date night.| Caroline's Cooking
This smoked salmon pizza is a deliciously simple combination of a thin and crispy crust, delicate smoked salmon, creaminess and little bursts of briny capers and onion. It's easy to make and great as an appetizer and more. Growing up in Scotland, smoked salmon is definitely one of those things you find appearing in many […] The post Smoked salmon pizza appeared first on Caroline's Cooking.| Caroline's Cooking
A classic Lyonnaise salad may be little more than greens, bacon, vinaigrette and egg but when combined, they become something truly special. It's popular in bistros across France for good reason, and so easy to make at home as an appetizer or light lunch. I know I sometimes mention when I share salads that I'm […] The post Lyonnaise salad (salade Lyonnaise) appeared first on Caroline's Cooking.| Caroline's Cooking
Chupe de camarones is a traditional Peruvian shrimp chowder, packed with variety and flavor. It includes a mix of shrimp and vegetables in a smooth, gently creamy and spiced base. It's hearty but not heavy and so delicious. When I visited Peru we were often reminded just how varied the landscape is in the country. […] The post Chupe de camarones (Peruvian shrimp chowder) appeared first on Caroline's Cooking.| Caroline's Cooking
Remojón is a traditional salad from Southern Spain that combines salt cod and orange with simple garnishes. It may sound unusual but the delicate flavors work so well in this light, tasty tapas. Salads in Spain are often a very simple affair. Many have only a few ingredients and can be made quickly, perfect to […] The post Remojón (salt cod and orange salad) appeared first on Caroline's Cooking.| Caroline's Cooking
Avgolemono soup is a tasty traditional Greek soup made with chicken broth flavored and thickened with a lemon-egg mixture. The lemony undertone gives it a lovely bright flavor, while the chicken and rice make it hearty and comforting. Perfect for a cold day. I have lots of memories of enjoying soup on a cold day […] The post Avgolemono soup (Greek lemon chicken soup) appeared first on Caroline's Cooking.| Caroline's Cooking
This super easy goat cheese toast is a delicious combination of sweet and savory, soft and crunchy. It makes a great snack, appetizer or enjoy a couple with some sides for lunch. This is one of those recipes that almost doesn't feel like a recipe and so I debated sharing it. But then, it's also […] The post Goat cheese toast appeared first on Caroline's Cooking.| Caroline's Cooking
Spanish migas came about as a way to use up leftover bread, but it's a dish that's worth finding an excuse to make. With chorizo, peppers and crisp and chewy bread, it's packed with tasty flavor. Plus, it's quick and easy to make. Many cultures have dishes that emerged as a way to use up […] The post Spanish migas appeared first on Caroline's Cooking.| Caroline's Cooking
Ezogelin soup (ezogelin çorbası) is a wonderfully comforting traditional Turkish soup. Made with red lentils and bulgur and brightened up with lemon, it's hearty and flavorful yet relatively simple. Perfect on a cold day. As a Scot, soups are definitely hold a bit of a special place, being a great frugal way to use up […] The post Ezogelin soup, Turkish lentil and bulgur soup appeared first on Caroline's Cooking.| Caroline's Cooking
This halloumi pomegranate salad is a delicious mix of textures, flavors and colors. It's bright, crunchy and with lovely bursts of sweet-tart fruit. It makes both a great light meal or appetizer/side. I've long been a fan of halloumi and remember being so happy when it appeared on the breakfast buffet when I visited Cyprus. […] The post Halloumi pomegranate salad appeared first on Caroline's Cooking.| Caroline's Cooking
Toast Skagen is a classic Swedish appetizer of creamy shrimp salad on top of buttery toasted bread. It's simple yet elegant and a delicious way to start any meal or to serve as part of an appetizer plate. When I was a child we pretty much always had seafood of some kind as out first […] The post Toast Skagen (Swedish shrimp toast) appeared first on Caroline's Cooking.| Caroline's Cooking
These Korean zucchini fritters, hobak jeon, are super easy to make with delicious results. These tasty slices are perfect to snack on or serve as a side. A great way to use up a glut of zucchini too! While I love certain vegetables from other seasons, like asparagus in spring and pumpkins in fall, I […] The post Korean zucchini fritters - hobak jeon appeared first on Caroline's Cooking.| Caroline's Cooking
Japanese cucumber salad, sunomono, is a super simple salad combining thinly sliced cucumber slices with a sweetened vinegar dressing and a little seaweed. It's really easy to prepare and a classic side dish for many a meal. I have had this salad many times over the years, but it was a huge favorite when we […] The post Sunomono - Japanese cucumber salad appeared first on Caroline's Cooking.| Caroline's Cooking
Shrimp saganaki is a delicious Greek dish combining shrimp, a gently spiced tomato sauce and feta cheese. Simple, easy and so good!| Caroline's Cooking
Thai green papaya salad (som tum/ som tam) is made with green papaya and a tasty dressing that has plenty of sour, sweet and spice flavor. Easy to make, refreshing and delicious. No wonder it's so popular.| Caroline's Cooking