Canada Day Recipe Roundup
Happy Canada Day to all of my Canadian readers and Happy Independence Day to all those in the US! Long weekends are a great time to get together and share yummy food with your friends and family so I have put together a Canada Day Recipe Roundup just for you. These healthy recipes are perfect for potlucks, BBQ, picnics and festive gatherings. They are easy to make ahead and will store well in the fridge for a day or two.
Canada Day Recipe Roundup #1: Mojito Ice Tea
(sugar-free)
Mojito Ice Tea is the perfect Canada Day or Independence Day drink because it’s refreshing and has almost no calories so you don’t compromise your bikini body! The classic minty lime combination with a hint of sweetness is a perfect way to quench your thirst and cool you down on a hot day.
Canada Day Recipe Roundup #2: Tango Mango Salsa
(gluten free, vegan, paleo)
Mango Salsa is super easy to make, you can throw it together in minutes. The simple infusion of flavours is refreshing and tastes delicious with organic corn chips. Tango Mango salsa has MUCH less sodium than the store bought variety and it will start your party dancing!
Canada Day Recipe Roundup #3: Mediterranean Quinoa Salad
(gluten free, vegetarian, nut free)
Mediterranean Quinoa Salad makes a refreshing vegetarian side dish or main event. The roasted red peppers are bursting with flavour and are complemented by cilantro and green onions. Quinoa is the gluten free base for this dish and it is a great source of protein that will keep you feeling satisfied.
Canada Day Recipe Roundup #4: Creamy Broccoli Salad
(vegan, gluten free, paleo)
Creamy Broccoli Salad is a mayo-free healthy version of the traditional broccoli salad. The creamy vegan sauce is made with tahini and nutritional yeast. The raisins are swapped for super antioxidant goji berries which add a nice sweetness to the salad. This creamy broccoli salad is light and delicious and can be enjoyed warm or cold making it perfect for a picnic.
Canada Day Recipe Roundup #5: Mini Gluten Free Quiche
(paleo, vegetarian, dairy free)
Mini Mediterranean Gluten Free Quiche is made with flaky gluten free paleo crust and is filled with delicious Mediterranean flavours like sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, garlic and black olives. These mini quiches are dairy-free and make a perfect appetizer or brunch item.
Canada Day Recipe Roundup #6: Cherry Macaroons
(gluten free, vegan)
This Cherry Macaroon recipe is really easy and only has six ingredients. It is naturally sweetened with dried cherries and maple syrup so you can pop them in your mouth guilt free. Cherry Macaroons are perfect for BBQs and picnics because they don’t need to be refrigerated and will last in the hot sun.
