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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 […]

Posting my favourite Pineapple Olive & Salami Pizza recipe is way overdue! I was a little shy because people always think, dietitians don’t eat pizza! However, I’m not sure why I haven’t busted this myth a long time ago. Dietitians certainly love pizza, just like everyone else. In private practice, I find (almost) everyone loves […]

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 […]

With the Fall season, there’s abundant fresh produce at Farmer’s Markets and local grocery stores! With so much seasonal food, it can be a challenge to know what to do with it. Look no further than my new favourite, Roasted Cauliflower with Parmesan and Oregano. Roasting simply means to cook in an oven using dry heat. […]

Who does not love a DIY (Do It Yourself) meal? Taco meals certainly offer the flexibility to include the foods or ingredients you like. These types of ‘separate ingredient’ meals also allow kids to help in the kitchen, which builds food confidence as a life-long skill to eating well. This recipe for Tasty Beef or […]

Back-to-school is in the air. As a result, parents are busy packing lunches to leave kids (and themselves) feeling full for longer. I love this Mediterranean Quinoa & Lentil Salad because it has a combination of flavours and textures. This recipe provides flexibility to add or omit ingredients according to your preferences. In addition, the […]

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 […]

During the spring and summer do you go for a picnic? It’s something that I have not done for a while but plan to in the coming weeks. Eating al fresco, which is Italian for eating outside is a nice way to enjoy food and the company of others. This picnic season, certainly choose recipes […]

The freshness of Spring calls for crisp salads. For instance, this Mango & Kale Salad! I certainly love adding fresh fruit and nuts or seeds to my salads for extra sweetness and crunch. When faced with a busy schedule, planning ahead might include chopping kale and placing it in a clear container or a plastic […]