Dinner

Hello summer! The time of year when we want to spend less time in the kitchen and more time outdoors. Today, I will be sharing this Simple Mexican Buddha Bowl recipe. Meals that can be prepared in advance are certainly ideal for cottage weekends, camping or spending time at home. If you are unfamiliar with […]

Are your sandwiches boring? Mine certainly used to be. Until I realized that it does not take a lot to bump up the fun-factor. Try swapping the bread for something different (wraps, pitas, buns mini rounds, etc). You can even use lettuce wraps for a gluten-free option! In addition, use a unique cheese, add a […]

Does making homemade green curry intimidate you? Curries often scared me until I discovered that these dishes can be made quite simply with basic ingredients. Curries also offer flexibility to use up veggies you have on hand and modify the recipe with your choice of protein. With a busy schedule, curries are especially helpful when […]

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 […]

Do you love Indian food but the spices intimidate you? This is how I felt. However, if you want to step into Indian cooking, this simple and healthy dhal recipe will be just what you’re looking for. Dhal is a word used to describe an Indian soup made with lentils or pulses (click here to find out why […]

I love ordering Salmon Cakes at restaurants. They are just so flakey and savoury. They practically melt in your mouth. Now, with this Savoury Salmon Cakes recipe, you can certainly make this restaurant favourite at home and have them taste just as good, if not better! Choosing canned salmon is also a great way to […]

Want an easy way to save on your grocery bill? Look no further than adding lentils to extend your meat dishes or as a meatless alternative. This Lentil & Mushroom-Stuffed Shells recipe is a variation of my Chorizo Stuffed Jumbo Shells but instead with the addition of lentils and a lot of finely chopped mushrooms. […]

In the middle of our Canadian winter, we sometimes need an easy, one-pot meal that transports us to the Caribbean! This Rice & Beans with Caribbean Coconut Sauce is certainly simple, inexpensive, high in fibre and even a ‘complete protein’. The term complete protein refers to foods having all nine essential amino acids (protein building […]

Looking for a speedy way to use up leftover veggies and hit all your food groups? Look no further than this, Vegan Stir-Fry with Edamame & Peanuts! I absolutely love meals that offer flexibility to use whatever you have on hand. Whether you are stocking your kitchen like a dietitian, or following my guide to […]

{20 min meal} I’m all about simplicity when it comes to cooking. I love to use minimal ingredients and create dishes that taste great. This Garlic Herb Salmon recipe is certainly a fun spin on my Seared Salmon with Walnut Parsley Gremolata. That is basically a fancy way of saying chop up garlic with fresh […]

Is there anything better than a hot bowl of soup on a cold day? This simple sweet potato pear soup is the perfect blend of sweet and savoury to create a sensation that is sure to excite your taste buds. If you are new to making soups this is a basic recipe that requires few […]