Snack

Mediterranean Roasted Chickpeas are a savoury, crispy, and flavourful dish made with olive oil, rosemary, oregano, and garlic. They can be enjoyed as a satisfying, heart-healthy snack, a simple side dish, or a crunchy topping for your favourite Buddha bowl, salad, or soup. With simple ingredients, quick prep, and easy oven cooking, this Mediterranean Roasted […]

This easy edamame recipe is one of my go-to, dietitian picks for a high-protein, high-fibre snack or meal addition! Not only is it nutrient-rich and ready in under 5 minutes, it also hits the spot whenever I’m craving something savoury, crunchy, and earthy. Four ingredients. Read on for my super simple recipe and key nutrition highlights! […]

These Protein Peanut Butter Banana Muffins are a great option for an on-the-go breakfast or snack. As a busy dietitian mom, I always keep a stash of homemade muffins in my freezer. These are the first muffins I’ve tested with added protein—and I’m officially a fan. Discover the health benefits of optimal protein and a delicious recipe […]

Salmon Pate recipe

Mini Quiches can be adapted to any flavour. Using up those existing perishable ingredients is always a win! Similarly, in honour of Earth Month, I am sharing my Top 7 Dietitian Tips to Reduce Food Waste, which includes using versatile “Fridge-Cleaner” meals, like these Mini Quiches. Let’s cut down on waste, save the environment and money […]

Goat Cheese Bruschetta

Homemade applesauce is the best! And using an Instant Pot is a way to make this option with even greater ease. My Instant Pot Applesauce is not only simple but also extremely flavourful with cinnamon and all natural sweetness. That’s right – no added sugar or salt, which means it’s suitable for babies and people of all ages. Personally, I enjoyed […]

Peanut Butter Oat Bites are a perfect holiday treat! These combine oats, prunes and chia seeds for a little extra sweetness and fibre. I love them served cold, but they can go on a platter and thaw in minutes. Additionally, the shredded coconut adds a festive, snowy look. What better way to celebrate the holiday […]

Rosemary Roasted Squash Seeds are fall-festive, flavourful and fun. Plus, we often think of roasting pumpkin seeds but less often of using acorn squash seeds. Undoubtedly, you’re sure to enjoy these as a fibre-rich snack or as a soup garnish. I hope this Roasted Squash Seed recipe inspires you to utilize squash seeds instead of […]

Simplicity is key. Food does not have to be complicated to be nourishing and delicious. This Skyr Yogurt Parfait is currently one of my favourite pregnancy snacks. Additionally, it gives me a nice boost of protein and calcium. In fact, I wrote an entire blog all on Skyr Nutrition and compared its nutrition to regular […]

These Mango Oatmeal Muffins are sure to be enjoyed by the whole family. Love adding fresh (or frozen) fruit to baking because it adds the perfect moisture and sweetness. Plus, we get an extra bump of vitamin C, potassium and vitamin A. After all, muffins are perfect to prep-ahead and store in the freezer for […]

Tuna Lettuce Wraps are a fun and flavourful alternative to a standard salad. Additionally, if you haven’t tried Butter lettuce, it’s a beautiful vehicle to wrap your tuna into a taco shape. You can enjoy these on the side of a dish like a stir-fry, bean salad or fresh fruit. We are not trying to […]