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August 15, 2013

Gluten Free, Lunch, Quick & Easy, Recipe, Salad, Snack, Vegetarian

Mediterranean Lentil Salad with Goat Cheese

Sometimes simplicity is the best thing! This recipe happened almost by accident with wanting to use up goat cheese and choosing to use canned lentils so that I could avoid using the stove on a hot summer day. This is the perfect recipe to bring to a potluck or have as a side dish for an outdoor BBQ. Check out my other recipes for lentil salads here! Mediterranean Lentil Salad with Goat Cheese Recipe: Serves: 8-10 Prep Time: 10-15 minutes Ingredients: 1 – 540mL can of lentils, rinsed and drained ½ cucumber, chopped 1 pint of cherry tomatoes ¼ cup fresh goat cheese 2 Tbsp of red wine vinegar ¼ cup olive oil ½ tsp dried oregano Fresh ground...

by Andrea D’Ambrosio, RD

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August 10, 2013

Dinner, Gluten Free, Quick & Easy, Recipe, Salad

Hearty Homemade Greek Salad

Here is a simple greek salad recipe: Hearty Homemade Greek Salad, with a homemade dressing. I added chickpeas on top for added carbohydrate, protein, fibre and healthy fats. Adding a carbohydrate (or two) to your salad could make it into an entrée to fuel you during your busy day. Hearty Homemade Greek Salad Recipe: Serves: 2 Prep time: 15 minutes Ingredients: 4 cups lettuce (romaine or green leaf) 1 medium tomato, chopped ½ cucumber, chopped ½ red pepper, sliced 1 cup chickpeas, drained and rinsed from can ½ cup black olives, drained and rinsed ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled ¼ tsp Dijon mustard 2 Tbsp sunflower seeds, unsalted ¼ tsp dried oregano 1 Tbsp olive oil 1½ tsp red wine vinegar ¼ tsp dried...

by Andrea D’Ambrosio, RD

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August 4, 2013

Gluten Free, Holiday, Recipe, Snack, Vegan, Vegetarian

Mexican Black Bean & Avocado Salsa!

Mexican Black Bean & Avocado Salsa: This is a delicious salsa recipe that your guests will without a doubt love! I served my salsa with corn chips. If you are accommodating gluten free guests, this appetizer is a great option but you will have to ensure the chips do not contain hidden wheat ingredients. Mexican Black Bean & Avocado Salsa Recipe: Prep time: 12 minutes Serves: 15 Ingredients: 1 can black beans (19 oz), drained and rinsed 2 medium fresh tomatoes, diced 1 cup corn, frozen ¼ cup red onion, finely chopped 1 avocado, peeled and diced ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped 1 clove garlic, minced 2 Tbsp olive oil 1 whole lime, juiced pinch salt and fresh ground pepper to taste Instructions:...

by Andrea D’Ambrosio, RD

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July 19, 2013

Breakfast, Kid Friendly, Recipe

Oat Bran, Banana & Chocolate Chip Pancakes!

I am pleased to share this simple and delicious pancake recipe:Oat Bran, Banana & Chocolate Chip Pancakes! -That is a higher fibre alternative to your standard pancake recipe. I used oat bran, dry oatmeal and bananas for the batter and added chocolate chips for some extra sweetness. These pancakes turned out amazingly well, very moist and soft inside. This recipe has been adapted from a similar recipe from the wonderful AllRecipes.ca. Oat Bran, Banana & Chocolate Chip Pancakes Recipe: Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 15 minutes Serves: 4 Ingredients: 1 cup oat bran cereal, uncooked ¼ cup dry oats, uncooked ¼ cup whole wheat flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 1 tablespoon sugar ¼ teaspoon salt ¼ cup chocolate...

by Andrea D’Ambrosio, RD

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July 7, 2013

Dessert, Gluten Free, Recipe

Andrea’s Chocolate Quinoa Brownie Recipe!

I am excited to share this simple and delectable brownie recipe that uses cooked quinoa instead of flour! This soft, decadent recipe is also gluten free. If you don’t mention that the recipe uses quinoa your guests would never even know! ;) Serves: 12 Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 30-34 minutes Ingredients: ½ cup rinsed quinoa 1 cup water ¾ cup sugar ½ cup cocoa powder 1 tsp baking powder ¼ cup 1% milk 2 Tbsp canola oil 2 eggs 1 tsp vanilla Instructions: 1. Combine ½ cup quinoa and 1 cup of water and bring to a boil and then reduce to simmer. Cover and cook for about 20 minutes or until water has evaporated. Let stand 5...

by Andrea D’Ambrosio, RD

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June 26, 2013

Dinner, Gluten Free, Recipe

Coconut Mango Rice with Spiced Chicken

Coconut Mango Rice with Spiced Chicken: It is with great enthusiasm that I introduce Chef Marianne and her delicious recipe -coconut flavoured rice with spiced chicken! Marianne teaches classes in Sobey's cooking school and this was one of the recipes she taught us how to make. Note this recipe is also gluten free and a definite crowd pleaser! Be sure to follow her on Facebook for lots of great ideas: https://www.facebook.com/DACHEF11 Serves: 4 Prep time: 20 minutes Cook time: 25 minutes Ingredients: 4 boneless chicken breasts Clove garlic (1), minced 1/8 tsp curry powder 1 Tbsp fresh ginger, minced 1 Tbsp soya sauce 1/8 tsp paprika 1/8 tsp cumin 1 ¼ cups dry basmati rice 2 cups water 2/3 cup coconut milk 1 large green or red pepper, sliced ¾ cup...

by Andrea D’Ambrosio, RD

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June 22, 2013

Breakfast, Quick & Easy, Recipe

The ‘Not So Fancy’ Frittata

By definition, a frittata is an egg-based dish similar to an omelet or crustless quiche. It has interesting ingredient additions like meats, cheeses, vegetables or pasta/potatoes with herbs. This is a versatile recipe that I wanted to share as an inspiration for your breakfast protein! Serves: 4 Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 15 minutes Ingredients: 4 eggs ½ cup raw cauliflower ¼ cup zucchini, chopped 2 Tbsp sunflower or other cooking oil ½ clove garlic, minced ¼ cup onion, chopped ¼ cup mushrooms, chopped 3 Tbsp fresh parsley, chopped½ cup fresh tomato, diced 1/2 cup cooked Italian sausage, chopped ¼ cup mozzarella cheese, grated Salt and pepper to taste Instructions: 1. Chop desired ingredients (spinach would have been a great addition) and set aside. 2. Heat oil in a fry pan on medium. 3. Add onions to oil and minced...

by Andrea D’Ambrosio, RD

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June 13, 2013

Dinner, Gluten Free, Quick & Easy, Recipe, Salad

Simple Brie & Pear Salad

Simple Brie & Pear Salad: Sometimes simplicity is the best thing! This is a 7 ingredient salad that is sure to be a crowd pleaser! Remember when making your own vinaigrette, use 2 parts olive oil to 1 part balsamic vinegar. Choose dark green veggies for a magnesium boost (Click here for health benefits). Serves: 4 Prep time: 10 minutes Ingredients: 4 cups fresh greens, your choice 1 medium pear, sliced 1 Tbsp raisins or crasins 4 ounces of Brie cheese, cubed 2 Tbsp of olive oil to coat salad 1 Tbsp balsamic vinegar 1 Tbsp sunflower seeds, unsalted salt to taste Instructions: 1. Clean lettuce leaves thoroughly in cold water 2. Combine ingredients into a salad bowl 3. Add oil and vinegar dressing to salad mix 4. Toss salad and enjoy!...

by Andrea D’Ambrosio, RD

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May 4, 2013

Gluten Free, Lunch, Quick & Easy, Recipe, Salad, Vegan, Vegetarian

Black Bean Quinoa

In honour of Celiac Awareness month, I have one of my favourite quinoa recipes; Black Bean Quinoa ! This is the perfect dish to bring to a potluck or to prepare in advance for work or school lunches. Quinoa is a whole grain that contains all 8 essential amino acids, which makes it a great protein source for vegetarians and vegans. Interestingly, soybeans are the only other plant protein that contains all 8 essential amino acids. For information on quinoa, see my previous post ‘the year of quinoa is 2013’. Black Bean Quinoa Recipe: Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 20 minutes Serves: 6-8 Ingredients: 1 cup quinoa, rinsed A (1) can black beans (drained and rinsed) 1 ½ cup frozen corn kernels, rinsed 1 medium red pepper, chopped ¼...

by Andrea D’Ambrosio, RD

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Recipe

Mediterranean Lentil Salad with Goat Cheese

Hearty Homemade Greek Salad

Mexican Black Bean & Avocado Salsa!

Oat Bran, Banana & Chocolate Chip Pancakes!

Andrea’s Chocolate Quinoa Brownie Recipe!

Coconut Mango Rice with Spiced Chicken

The ‘Not So Fancy’ Frittata

Simple Brie & Pear Salad

Black Bean Quinoa

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