Vegetarian

Bruschetta Salmon in Parchment Paper is a beautiful thing. Undoubtedly, you’ll enjoy succulent salmon that’s steamed intensely with the mingling bruschetta flavours. You see, I love buying fresh cherry tomatoes and making a quick bruschetta mix. Then, my bruschetta mixture gets stored in the fridge and added to sandwiches, pizzas or as a protein topping. […]

Italian Beans on Toast is a simply delectable and easy meal option! It’s also budget-friendly, which is ideal considering the rising food prices. Nevertheless, you’ll love this high-fibre, protein-packed and nutrient-rich meal because you can switch up the type of bean and use fresh or dried herbs and canned tomatoes. Be sure to precook your beans or use […]

Mango Oatmeal is one of my favourite breakfasts. However, during the holiday season, I find myself adding pomegranates to EVERYTHING! Nevertheless, this includes adding these juicy gems to my breakfast cereals, on top of yogurt parfaits, fresh green or grain salads, soups and more. Today’s Pomegranate Mango Oatmeal recipe is simple and festive. Plus, it’s […]

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 […]

This Sweet Potato Pumpkin Mash is a beautiful combination of fall flavours. It’s also only six ingredients; therefore, you can’t beat simplicity and festive flavour. I cooked my sweet potatoes in the Instant Pot; however, this recipe can also be adapted to stove top. This Sweet Potato Pumpkin Mash recipe can be an elegant side […]

Butternut Squash and Apple Soup spells fall! Undoubtedly, this seasonal soup is sure to warm you as the leaves fall and the outside temperatures drop. I made my Butternut Squash and Apple Soup in my instant pot for a speedy pressure cooker option. I love how I can sauté my veggies and have a hands-off […]

Simplicity is key in healthy eating. After all, you don’t have to create elaborate or fancy meals to boost your veggie or vitamin intake. Therefore, this Caprese Salad with Cherry Tomatoes showcases how to build a simple and flavourful dish that you’re sure to love. Enjoy this salad any time of year or with fresh […]

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 […]

Have you tried a Salmon Gremolata recipe before? Gremolata is a fresh, herbaceous, tangy topping or condiment for your proteins. As a dietitian, (and especially with my current pregnancy), I am all about finding ways to boost my omega 3 intake. Therefore, this Salmon Gremolata recipe is a quick and easy, weeknight meal that even […]

This Ricotta Toast with Blistered Tomato is the perfect way to use up your garden harvest. After all, Ontario tomato season is wrapping up in September. Nevertheless, my Blistered Tomato Ricotta Toast recipe is a 15-minute meal that’s sure to inspire your next breakfast, lunch or dinner. Finally, be sure to add that olive oil drizzle […]

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 […]

This Warm Kale Salad with Peaches is flavourful and simple to assemble. Plus, it’s the perfect way to celebrate summer peach season! In fact, peaches are only in season in Ontario, Canada from July until September. Therefore, let’s enjoy them in our cooking while we can or preserve them for later. Here’s Andrea, Dietitian building […]