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Flat beans and potatoes, braised together in flavourful broth is the perfect addition to your weeknight rotation. It’s an easy dish to put together in less than 30 minutes. Vegans love the hearty vegetable combo but you can also bulk it up with your choice of protein. A personal fave for me is to add
Let’s talk about this incredible summer side – fresh from the farm strawberry and asparagus salad. It offers a mixture of complimenting flavors from the smoky grilled asparagus, to the juicy strawberries, tied together by the salty feta. Simply dressed in extra virgin olive oil, a sweet balsamic glaze and tangy lemon, this salad is
Check out my new, one-pan recipe. It’s a filling and fibrous mix of garbanzo beans with assorted green vegetables. A sauce of earthy tahini balanced out with sweet honey and lemon freshness coats the elements, tying all the flavors together. Whether you use it as a side dish or main, you will love how quickly
With spring in full bloom let’s reminisce on (and look forward to resuming) time with friends taking in the beautiful weather, enjoying drinks and apps on the patio. My friends, asparagus is in season and this Panko breaded asparagus appetizer is all the feels of outdoor patio season. It’s so easy to put together and
Looking for a colourful but simple side? Elevate the classic cooked carrot by using rainbow carrots, a beautiful aesthetic to any plate. In this dish of roasted rainbow carrots, I used simple honey balsamic vinaigrette to dress the carrots before roasting. The extra sugars caramelize, enriching the flavor. Carrots are the sweet addition to just
Here is a couscous salad with feta and grilled zucchini to excite your taste buds. It uses Moroccan couscous as a subtle canvas to the salty feta and grilled veg. The spiced garlic lime vinaigrette and abundance of fresh herbs induce a bold flavor into the mix. I love the combination of mint and parsley
A shrimp pasta dish is one of those dishes I can count on when I’m stuck for what to make. Frozen shrimp defrost quickly and the ingredients are so easy to cook off, no previous prep required. Having the shrimp thawed before you get in the kitchen to cook is the planner’s advantage, and can
Preparing meat is a time consuming task. There is a preparation in itself when handling animal proteins and then, of course, the preparation of everything else, before the actual cooking process. I love when meat is prepped and ready to go on a busy day. And these tiny turkey meatballs are an amazing prep hack.
Now here is a salad to satiate you through your workday. The chickpea base of this salad is great for highlighting the tangy artichoke hearts and salty sheep’s milk cheese. Chickpeas are nutrient dense and environmentally friendly legumes. They provide a fulfilling amount of fibre and protein making it a great team player in any
This peanut butter and banana oatmeal is made in 5 minutes, no lie. It’s something I can whip up on a weekday morning and everyone loves it, even the kids! Quaker is a trusted brand in our family so it only makes sense that we use Quaker Oats for our morning oatmeal. The 1 minute
Here is a healthy and vegan friendly recipe for mashed sweet potatoes. Mashed potatoes are the perfect pairing for just about any protein. Grilled meats are complimented by the creamy mash while sauces or gravies join forces with the potato as it soaks up that delicious flavor. However, the cream and butter used for this
Potato wedges are an all-star comfort food and a win in the world of fast and easy meal prep. But then again, who doesn’t love a crispy potato wedge? That crusted skin on the outside, with that soft cloud feel of a mashed potato on the inside. These wedges are baked, not fried and make
Spreads and dips come in all flavours and textures and hummus is by far a leading contender in this category. Hummus is a creamy mixture of chickpeas, tahini, garlic and lemon. It’s super healthy, packed with plant-based protein and fibre among many other important nutrients. Keep it traditional or jazz it up with additions like
This fennel and pear salad is perfect for the fall. Salads are year-round superstars but seasonal ingredients are what make them top notch sides to your meal. Anise flavored fennel, sweet Bosc pears, bitter radicchio, earthy walnuts and fresh herb. This elegant looking salad is a great choice for when company comes over. Maximize the
I love easy dinners and this lentil soup is just that. The prepped chicken is always on hand in my freezer and pulling it out in the morning sets me up for and easy one pot dinner made in 30 minutes. Even easier when I make it vegan. (Not really a favourite for my meat
The motivation for this vegetable fried rice came from a combination of things. Firstly, I needed to utilize the existing produce in my fridge (as always). Secondly, I wanted to make sure my family enjoys the comfort food they love while sneaking in highly nutritious components. Kids are back in school; the warm summer weather
This apple cinnamon granola bar recipe is the perfect prep ahead back to school snack. They bars are nut-free making them school safe and approved by kids for their sweet taste. Kids can get involved to help since they are so easy and super quick to make. I use Nature’s Path organic puffed brown rice
Sweet corn is everywhere in the summer and there are so many ways to use it. My little ones are simple people. Steamed and salted is how we roll. This salad recipe is a mixture of components added to freshly cooked corn on the cob but it is a great way to use up leftover
These frozen smoothie pops were originally inspired by my eldest child who is anaphylactic to milk and milk byproducts. Many of the dessert options out there for her were filled with so much sugar. We started making frozen smoothie pops which are thoroughly enjoyed by the whole family. They are a healthy alternative but most
These little guys are a mouthful of deliciousness. Cheesy mushroom and asparagus egg muffins made with bacon but can easily be swapped out for a vegetarian option. A perfect grab and go for busy mornings. They are super easy to prep ahead and store well for up to 4 days. Yields 12 muffins Ingredients: Eggs,