Gluten Free

It’s a siesta and you cannot be without a really tasty guacamole recipe!  Here is my favourite recipe that takes fajitas to a whole new level of delicious.  Enjoy these heart healthy monounsaturated fats in this delicious guac! Serves: 6-8 Prep time: 10-15 minutes Ingredients: 3 ripe avocados 1/4 cup red onion, chopped 2 tomatoes, […]

If you have not made your own homemade kale chips you are certainly missing out!  These crunchy, crispy little greens are a real treat to your taste buds. Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time:  8-10 minutes Serves: 2 Ingredients: 4 cups raw kale, chopped 1 Tbsp olive oil sprinkle of salt, if desired Instructions: Pre-heat […]

Mangoes are one of the “10 best foods” according to the Centre for the Science of the Public interest.  One cup of mango supplies you with 100% of a day’s worth of vitamin C, one-third of a day’s worth of vitamin A, a good amount of blood pressure lowering potassium and 3 grams of fibre.   […]

While observing a chef creating a salad, I was intrigued when he advised us to “go into the produce section and choose any green to add to your salad!”  He continued to recommend that better yet, we choose multiple greens and mix them all together.  The possibilities became endless!  Before my next dinner party, where […]

I was contemplating if this recipe was worth posting because it is so exceptionally simple.  However, during a nutrition consultation, I shared this simple recipe with my client and she came back saying how she now LOVES making Romano beans like this.  So here is the recipe for you into incorporate in your diet too! […]

Fresh kale makes a delicious salad to add to your meal!  In this recipe, I combine a sweet dressing with crunchy ingredients to achieve the right blend of sweet and bitter. Prep time: 15 minutes Serves: 4 Ingredients: 4 cups fresh kale, chopped 2 Tbsp maple syrup 2 Tbsp balsamic vinegar 2 Tbsp olive oil […]

This is an easy recipe for a light entertaining lunch.  I made these salmon wraps for a couple friends visiting for lunch and it was a big hit. You can use salmon, canned tuna or chicken.  Rice wraps are found in grocery stores in the ethnic section.  This is a gluten free recipe using common […]

Salmon is a succulent protein option that absorbs the flavours of the marinade.  I am always on the hunt for easy salmon recipes that taste great!  Here is another great recipe to add to the collection, Honey Dijon Salmon.  I served mine with a side of steamed asparagus drizzled with a Dijon cream sauce and […]

Who doesn’t enjoy a tangy, moderately spicy noodle dish loaded with veggies?  This is a very simple Pad Thai recipe, which thankfully uses common household ingredients!  Be careful to not over-cook the rice noodles, as you want them to remain firm and a little chewy.  You can also feel free to use bean sprouts instead […]

This is a simple, succulent recipe that provides an elegant protein option that can be served with seasoned roasted veggies at your next dinner party. Serves: 2 Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 20-25 minutes Ingredients: 2 chicken breasts ¼ cup goat cheese 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped Sprinkle ground pepper 1 tbsp oil oil […]

Here is a simple quinoa salad that is very convenient to pack for work or school lunches.  This balanced meal choice is complete with carbohydrates to fuel your brain, protein and fibre to keep you feeling full, and a variety of vitamins and minerals for overall health!  I enjoy this quiona salad paired with a […]

This recipe of seasoned, crunchy veggies will fill your home with the savory aroma of spices!  Feel free to use a variety of veggies according to your taste preference or what you have on hand. Tip: Be sure to cut your vegetables into similar sized pieces so that they cook at the same time.  For […]