Welcome to Cookin' Canuck, where I share from-scratch easy, healthy recipes. Healthy eating shouldn't be boring! Using fresh ingredients, spices and herbs, you and your family can enjoy delicious, wholesome meals.
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Welcome to Cookin' Canuck!
Hi, I'm Dara Michalski, a Canadian (“Canuck”) living in the United States and the writer, recipe developer and photographer behind the award winning site, Cookin’ Canuck. I've been been sharing my easy, healthy recipes since April 2009 and can't wait to introduce you to some of my favorites.
30-Minute Meals
30-minute meals are essential for making dinnertime cooking quick and easy.
- Tuna Pasta Salad (without mayo)25 Minutes
- Israeli Couscous Recipe with Sausage & Feta27 Minutes
- Thai Peanut Salad25 Minutes
- Honey Rosemary Salmon Recipe12 Minutes
- Loaded Peanut Butter Noodles (Vegan)25 Minutes
- Parmesan Crusted Salmon Recipe20 Minutes
- Grilled Salmon Burgers with Avocado Sauce30 Minutes
- Caprese Chicken Foil Packets {Grill, Oven or Camping}30 Minutes
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Most Popular Recipes
These tried-and-true recipes are reader favorites for a reason! Packed with flavor & easy to make.
- Roasted Mini Potatoes Recipe40 Minutes
- 5-Minute Black Bean Dip Recipe {Healthy Snack}5 Minutes
- Shrimp in Red Sauce Recipe28 Minutes
- Easy Turkey Cutlets in White Wine Sauce20 Minutes
- Seared Ahi Tuna with Soy Ginger Sauce25 Minutes
- Chicken and Rice Soup {Instant Pot}37 Minutes
- One-Pot Chicken, Quinoa, Mushrooms & Spinach Recipe50 Minutes
- Shrimp and Vegetable Stir Fry Recipe25 Minutes
One-Pot Meals
These easy skillet and one-pot meals will save you both cooking and clean-up time!
- One Pot Chicken and Rice1 Hours 5 Minutes
- Ground Turkey Enchilada Skillet Meal40 Minutes
- One Pot Chicken and Brussels Sprouts with Quinoa1 Hours
- Vegetarian Cauliflower Rice Skillet Meal24 Minutes
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Slow Cooker Recipes
Pull out your crockpot for these easy and delicious slow cooker recipes. Soup, stews, shredded chicken and more!
- Vegetable Barley Soup (Slow Cooker, Crockpot)8 Hours 10 Minutes
- Instant Pot Vegetarian Chili Recipe (+ Slow Cooker & Stovetop)35 Minutes
- Slow Cooker Bean Soup Recipe with Quinoa & Sweet Potatoes8 Hours 10 Minutes
- Vegan Chickpea Curry {Slow Cooker}6 Hours 30 Minutes
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Appetizer Recipes
These healthy appetizers range from vegan dips to meat-stuffed lettuce leaves to shareable bites. Serve them up at your next cocktail party or potluck game day.
- Steamed Clams with Italian Sausage20 Minutes
- 50+ Healthy Super Bowl Recipes
- Creamy White Bean Dip5 Minutes
- 5-Minute Smoked Salmon Dip5 Minutes
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Favorite Soup Recipes
Creamy soups, dairy free soups, slow cooker soups and pressure cooker soups. There's a little bit of everything!
- Chicken Vegetable Soup Recipe45 Minutes
- Instant Pot Vegetable Soup Recipe30 Minutes
- Tomato Rice Soup1 Hours
- Turkey Rice Soup Recipe1 Hours 10 Minutes
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Easy Pasta Recipes
These pasta recipes include everything from baked dishes for a crowd to light pasta salads to rice noodle dishes.
- Easy Mushroom Broccoli Pasta50 Minutes
- Lemon Orzo Salad25 Minutes
- Singapore Noodles Recipe with Shrimp25 Minutes
- Pesto Turkey Stuffed Shells Recipe1 Hours 10 Minutes
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Easy Instant Pot Recipes
Instant Pot recipes are fantastic for meal prep or quick meals on busy nights. Soups, stews and more!
- Red Lentil Dal Recipe {Instant Pot}43 Minutes
- Instant Pot Sorghum1 Hours
- Instant Pot Farro27 Minutes
- Instant Pot Quinoa23 Minutes
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Best Vegetarian Recipes
Side dishes to main dishes, these vegetarian recipes include ideas for my family's favorite meatless meals.
- Roasted Paprika Potatoes45 Minutes
- Southwest Quinoa Salad45 Minutes
- Arugula Pasta Salad with Roasted Tomatoes35 Minutes
- Miso Green Beans15 Minutes
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Favorite Sandwiches
Browse through my collection of healthy sandwich recipes, including panini, veggie sandwiches, tortillas wraps, breakfast sandwiches and more.
- No-Cook Black Bean Wraps15 Minutes
- Healthy Tuna Salad Recipe10 Minutes
- Egg Salad Collard Green Wraps15 Minutes
- Turkey Cranberry Wrap Sandwich10 Minutes
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Easy Side Dishes
Whether you're planning a holiday meal or a simple weeknight meal, these side dishes cover everything from salads to heartier dishes.
- Roasted Carrot Quinoa Salad1 Hours
- Skinny Red Potato Salad1 Hours
- Mexican Slaw with Mango15 Minutes
- How to Steam Cauliflower14 Minutes
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Breakfast Recipes
Whether you are whipping up a quick weekday breakfast or a more elaborate brunch, this selection of healthy breakfast recipes has what you need.
- Homemade Turkey Breakfast Sausage Patties26 Minutes
- Pumpkin Zucchini Muffins33 Minutes
- Banana Carrot Muffins30 Minutes
- What to Serve with Quiche: 37 Best Sides42 Minutes
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Best Plant-Based Recipes
These vegan recipes are loaded with vegetables, healthy grains and beans. Plenty of flavor without dairy and without eggs!
- Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts25 Minutes
- Green Beans Almondine16 Minutes
- Air Fryer Pumpkin Seeds32 Minutes
- Apple and Blackberry Crumble1 Hours
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