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August 24 to 29, 2025: What to Cook This Week

What’s on the menu for the week ahead? As summer begins to come to a close, make everyone around the table happy with our selection of five quick and easy meals, from pizza on the grill to a cozy pork chop dish.

Monday: Roasted Bell Pepper and Zucchini Salad

For a delicious vegetarian meal, try this sharp looking salad! Simply roast a few bell peppers and zucchini in the oven, rest them on a bed of plain yogurt and then drizzle with a sweet and hot dressing. And don’t forget the crushed pita chips for added crunch!

Tuesday: Barbecue Naan Pizzas

Make the whole family happy by serving them this simple and delicious pizza! The best part is that you get to save time by swapping the pizza crust for naan. Top with a quick and easy sauce made from cherry tomatoes and garlic cooked in a cast-iron skillet on the grill, and then add slices of bocconcini and prosciutto. Warm on the grill and enjoy.

Wednesday: Grilled Chicken with Celery and Coconut Gremolata

For a fresh topping for your usual weeknight grilled chicken, try this celery and coconut gremolata. You’ll also love the light honey and rice vinegar sauce. This meal is simple, flavourful and absolutely perfect for a warm summer evening.

Thursday: Pork Chops with Tomato, Fennel and Parmesan Polenta

Pork chops are a standard weeknight staple because they’re a cut of meat that’s affordable, simple to cook and delicious. Pair them with everyday ingredients like onion, bell pepper, tomato, fennel seed, olives and parsley, and serve them with a creamy polenta. It’s a meal that fires on all cylinders!

Friday: Moroccan-Style Burgers

Feed your family’s wanderlust with these burgers that are bursting with flavours reminiscent of a tajine. Season the patties with cumin and turmeric, and then top with harissa mayonnaise, zucchini and grilled onions, as well as a generous amount of fresh mint. This dish is in a class all its own and it’s the perfect way to cap off a busy week.

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