Vegetarian

This Red Lentil Soup with Lemon Ginger is one of my all time favourite soup recipes! It is so hearty that it can be consumed as a meal or in a smaller portion as a starter.I certainly love my fair share of lentil soups and have lots of variations using the powerhouse protein. If you […]

If you are stressing over what to bring for your next BBQ patio party, today’s recipe is perfect for you! This fresh Grape and Feta Kale Salad combines sweet and salty to createadelicious dishthat is sure to impress just about anyone. While it might seem unfamiliar to combine grape with feta, I hope today’s recipe […]

Batch cooking should be synonymous with chili making! I love to make chili because of how easy it is to both make and keep for future meals, as I mentioned in my post on freezer meals. Likewise, this One Pot Hearty Chili is extremely simple to prepare and features everything you would want in a chili, […]

Roasting is a simple way to cook extremely flavourful veggies! In my last blog, I explored the numerous nutrition benefits to having your veggies roasted opposed to raw or boiled. As a recap, I like roasting vegetables because it uses dry heat and does not require any water, therefore minimizing nutrient loss. Roasting also helps […]

This weekend has brought Southern Ontario cold weather alerts with temperatures plummeting and wind chills hitting -30 degrees! With the immensely cold weather, there is certainly no better way to keep warm than by enjoying some hearty homemade Minestrone soup.Minestrone soup originates from Italy, so “minestrone” actually translates to “big soup”, which is a fitting […]

Undoubtedly, we could all benefit from eating more greens. According to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, 59.6% of Canadian adults eat fewer than 5 servings of fruits and vegetables in a day, which certainly does not meat the 10 serving recommendation. This Aged Asiago and Berry Salad is filled with both the salty flavours of […]

Are you ever not sure what to make for dinner? When you have those days, having homemade tomato sauce ready in the freezer is certainly a lifesaver and makes the decision a lot easier. From spicing up simple spaghettis (like this one) to topping meatballs (which can also be homemade using this recipe), tomato sauce […]

Are you looking to dazzle your guests this holiday season in a simply elegant dish? This D’Ambrosio family rendition of caprese salad isan easy, fresh and flavourful dish that you can prepare in just 10 minutes. It serves as a great appetizer or as a vegetableside dish that is perfect for sharing at all your […]

This is a great snack option that is a great fibre and protein option.  Feel free to use different spices to create savory or sweet flavoured chickpeas. Serves: 4-6 Prep time: 5 minutes Cook time: 40-45 minutes Ingredients: 1 can (540mL) chickpeas, rinsed and drained 2 tbsp olive oil ½ tbsp oregano ¼ tsp garlic […]

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.   […]