Breakfast

{10-Minute} Many times we are looking for EASY (and healthy) recipes. These are meals which can be prepared in ten minutes (or less) and more importantly, use common pantry and kitchen ingredients, because, well, the less grocery shopping the better. Well, friends, I found my new favourite, and incredibly versatile ten-minute meal, a Mediterranean Hummus […]

I absolutely LOVE this Zesty Avocado Toast with Eggs for breakfast. It really is the most important meal of the day. I find it certainly starts the day off right and wards off that infamous mid-morning “hangry” feeling. In honour of Heart Month, I featured this recipe in the Easy (& filling) Breakfasts blog. Did […]

Have you tried Shakshouka yet? In short, it’s a North African dish that uses a tomato base with warm spices and eggs on top. This dish is often served with bread. I love making shakshouka because it involves minimal ingredients and gives you creative freedom to add new ingredients as you wish. As a result, […]

I enjoy simple, delicious food. As a follower of the Dietetic Directions blog, you’d certainly notice that I post recipes using basic (and minimal) ingredients along with flexibility to add your own flair. Today’s Hard Boiled Eggs with Chives recipe is an incredibly simple family recipe inspired by my dad. As an Italian father, he […]

I love a leisurely Saturday morning complete with a hot breakfast and a cup of coffee. However, breakfast foods do not have to be limited to the morning. For example, these Garlicky Breakfast lentils; they make a great dinner and heat up well for lunch leftovers. I certainly encourage my clients to think about breakfast […]

This Mom’s Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins recipe is certainly one of my favourite grab-and-go options! These are perfect to make in bulk and then pop into the freezer to grab for a snack or to use as part of a meal. Batch baking is an awesome way to utilize a hot oven to prepare extras. As a general healthy […]

I am so thankful I grew up with a mom who was a baker, an excellent baker at that! However, you do not have to be a baker to whip up a batch of muffins. I recommend clients freeze muffins so they can easily assemble a meal or snack. You will certainly discover that “batch […]

Are you a fan of eggs? I certainly am! Nutritionally speaking, eggs are an excellent source of protein (6g per large egg), which is why they help you stay full when you add to breakfast. I encourage my clients to not skip the yolk, since this contains half the protein and most of the nutrition […]

Quiche is one of the foods that I despised as a child but grew up to really enjoy.  I am eager to share a family quiche recipe, which also makes great lunch leftovers!  Enjoy the versatility to use your favorite veggie and cheese combinations. Serves: 6 Prep time: 10-15 minutes Cook time: 40-50 minutes Ingredients: 2 […]

Muffins make a convenient snack option when you are on the go.  I often pair this delectable zucchini chocolate chip muffin with a yogurt or a portion of cheese.  Be sure to freeze extras to have them ready and fresh when you need them! Serves: 12 Prep time: 15-20 minutes Cook time: 20-25 minutes Ingredients: […]

National Oatmeal Day: With the chilly weather already upon us, nothing hits the spot better than a big bowl of warm oatmeal. This post is dedicated to this nutritious and satisfying breakfast option. First, let’s start with facts on oatmeal and then I will share my homemade fibre-packed oatmeal recipe. Did you know? Oatmeal is […]

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 […]