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BBQ Season has officially begun! The time of year when the good ol’ grill gets the most use. At Dietetic Directions, when we mention BBQ meal options to clients, we universally get a smile. This is because people simply LOVE BBQ’ing. It’s fast, it’s easy and it’s oh-so-delicious. Additionally, a backyard BBQ can include a […]

When the weather warms and the sun shines, many people start to crave more fresh (and flavourful) salads! For example, this tasty Candied Salmon & Chia Salad! After all, nobody likes a boring salad. Therefore, I chose to add candied salmon as the protein focus. In case you are unfamiliar, candied salmon is smoked salmon […]

It’s almost Easter and many are looking for healthy entertaining eats. Well, look no further. Today, I’ll be sharing my Garlic Lentil Bruschetta! This crowd-pleaser recipe is certainly full of flavour, visual appeal and with filling fibre to boot! You can also make it ahead for quick assembly when your guests arrive. I chose this […]

Who doesn’t love an easy meal? Likewise, many of our clients are busy and looking for healthy eating solutions. This Fajita Buddha Bowl is a perfect option for hectic weeknights and fits within a Mexican-inspired meal. Also, this recipe fits into a “meal theme” such as leftovers or Buddha bowls. In my newest blog, 15 […]

Have you tried broccolini yet? It is certainly my new favourite veggie. A cross between broccoli and Chinese Kale, it has a sweeter taste than broccoli. Subsequently, the stalks are thin and delicate. As an added bonus, you also receive 105% of your daily vitamin C in one serving. Broccolini is becoming a lot more […]

Who doesn’t love a good sauce? It makes all the difference when cooking chicken since this protein can take on so many different flavours. This Saucy Sriracha & Honey Drumsticks recipe is spicy and saucy! It’s also fantastic for batch cooking to eat on busy nights or to freeze for later. You can also adjust […]

The winter season can make us feel blah. 15-18% of Canadians will experience Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) in their lifetimes. SAD is a type of depression that appears at certain times of the year. On the bright side, after you’ve spoken to your doctor, there are lots of things you can do to feel better […]

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 […]

Simple flavours and fast assembly – that’s certainly how I would describe this Maple Dijon & Garlic Salmon recipe. In other words, I love recipes that use basic pantry staples and can be prepared in under 20 minutes. Salmon is rich in heart-healthy omega-3 fats and featured in my 3 Strategies for a Healthy New […]

Hard to believe we’re only one week from Christmas! If you are like me, you’re certainly enjoying the seasonal pomegranates and clementines and adding them to whatever you can. I took this classic Spinach Salad and gave it a festive twist by sprinkling ruby red pomegranates. As a result, this recipe has the perfect burst […]

Colder weather calls for oven meals, like roasted chickpeas! It’s also an easy way to keep the home warm and have savoury aromas fill your living quarters. Whenever I have the oven on, I often toss in a tray of chickpeas. They are very quick to assemble for cooking and perfect for a snack or […]

Winter certainly equals comfort food. It’s like a big hug in a soup mug. In addition, you can make soup in advance and freeze it for a speedy meal. This Tomato & Red Pepper Soup is a fabulous way to use up produce and accompany a simple grilled cheese. After all, tomato soup and grilled […]