Garden Pasta Bowl

Warm, vibrant, and softly savory — a simple but nourishing plate.

🌱 Ingredients

• 1 cup gluten-free pasta

• 1 handful cherry tomatoes, halved

• Fresh basil leaves

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tsp lemon zest

• Pinch of salt + pepper

🥗 Preparation

1. Cook pasta according to package instructions.

2. Drain and drizzle with olive oil.

3. Add tomatoes, basil, lemon zest, salt, and pepper.

4. Toss gently.

5. Serve warm.

🍃 Notes

Light but comforting — like sunshine in a bowl.
Lovely for early evenings or gentle hunger.

The Garden Cafè Fresh Salad

A bright, crisp bowl that tastes like warm air and green leaves.

🌱 Ingredients

• 2 cups mixed greens (spinach, arugula, spring mix)

• ½ cucumber, sliced

• 1 handful cherry tomatoes, halved

• ¼ cup fresh berries (blueberries, raspberries, or sliced strawberries)

• Optional: vegan feta or goat cheese substitute

Dressing:

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tsp lemon juice

• ½ tsp maple syrup or honey (if vegan substitute)

• Pinch of salt

🥗 Preparation

1. Add greens, cucumber, tomatoes, and berries to a large bowl.

2. Whisk together dressing: olive oil + lemon + maple + salt.

3. Drizzle dressing over salad.

4. Toss gently and serve immediately.

🍃 Notes

Light, refreshing, perfect for warm days or gentle movement.
Feels like sitting beneath a tree in a quiet garden.

Herbed Hummus and Veggie Plate

Earthy, creamy, vibrant — a simple snack with café-style elegance.

🌱 Ingredients

• 1 cup hummus (store-bought or homemade)

• 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

• 1 tsp olive oil

• Carrot sticks

• Cucumber slices

• Bell pepper strips

• Gluten-free crackers (optional)

🥗 Preparation

1. In a small bowl, mix hummus with chopped parsley.

2. Add a swirl of olive oil on top.

3. Arrange veggies neatly on a plate with hummus at the center.

4. Serve chilled or room temperature.

🍃 Notes

A perfect plate for journaling afternoons or reading by the window.
Fresh, grounding, and satisfying.

Honey Drizzled Fruit Toast

A warm, comforting bite with soft sweetness and earthy richness.

🌱 Ingredients

• 1 slice gluten-free bread, toasted

• 1–2 tbsp almond butter or cashew butter

• ½ banana, sliced or a handful of berries

• Drizzle of maple syrup (for vegan) or honey

🥗 Preparation

1. Toast the bread until golden.

2. Spread almond butter generously.

3. Arrange fruit on top.

4. Drizzle lightly with maple or honey.

5. Enjoy warm.

🍃 Notes

Comforting and nostalgic — perfect for slow mornings or soft afternoons.
Feels like curling up with a good book.

Creekside Chickpea Salad

Bright, fresh, lemony, and incredibly simple — ideal for light lunches.

🌱 Ingredients

• 1 can chickpeas, rinsed and drained

• ½ cucumber, diced

• 1–2 tbsp fresh dill or parsley

• Juice of ½ lemon

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• Pinch of salt + black pepper

• Optional: cherry tomatoes or green onion

🥗 Preparation

1. Add chickpeas, cucumber, herbs, and optional veggies to a bowl.

2. Drizzle with lemon juice + olive oil.

3. Season with salt + pepper.

4. Toss gently to combine.

5. Let sit 5–10 minutes for flavors to meld.

🍃 Notes

Bright, hydrating, earthy.
Perfect picnic food or midday nourishment by the creek.