Arugula, Watermelon & Feta Salad If you thought watermelon was only for sweet dishes and desserts, think again! Not only does it pair incredibly well with savoury foods, but it’s an incredibly hydrating fruit that is packed full of water, making it a refreshing addition to this arugula, watermelon, and feta salad, and perfect for…
Grilled Jamaican Jerk Chicken This grilled Jamaican jerk chicken recipe is fiery, smoky, hot, and incredibly fragrant, and a simple take on a classic Jamaican dish. Ok, so I can’t promise that this is 100% authentic Grandma-style jerk chicken, but I still think it is pretty darn tasty! I grew up in a tiny…
Blueberry Avocado Smoothie Made with ripe avocado and frozen blueberries, this blueberry avocado smoothie is rich, creamy, and filling, making it the perfect snack to keep you going for your day. Smoothies are perfect for a quick snack or on-the-go breakfast, and this blueberry is an incredibly filling one! Although smoothies can sometimes seem…
Summer Squash & Herb Frittata Combine your favourite summer vegetables with fresh herbs and creamy goat cheese for this super simple summer squash and herb Frittata. I think a frittata is a simple cooking skill that everyone should master; they are inexpensive, quick-cooking and incredibly versatile making them a great breakfast, lunch or dinner…
Carrot Cake Breakfast Cookies These carrot cake breakfast cookies are a handheld version of a warm bowl of oatmeal, with the flavor of carrot cake, and a deliciously healthy way to start the day. As a nutritionist, you wouldn’t necessarily expect me to suggest cookies for breakfast, but here I am doing exactly that…
Chickpea Chana Masala This Indian-inspired chickpea chana masala is a great one-pot meal that can be made with simple pantry staples so you don’t need to worry about running to the grocery store to help get dinner on the table. Although I am a total advocate for shopping regularly and using fresh ingredients, there…
Sweet Potato Peanut Noodles These pad Thai-inspired peanut sweet potato noodles are a vegetarian and gluten-free twist on a classic dish that can help add more veggies to your diet. Ok, if we are being nitty-gritty about it, this recipe isn’t exactly a pad thai. I mean, it is certainly inspired by a pad…
Blackened Salmon with Avocado Salsa Simple salmon seasoned with a Cajun spice blend creates this super quick and easy blackened salmon with avocado salsa to help get dinner on the table in 15 minutes or less. If you’re looking for a quick and easy salmon recipe that is packed full of flavor, look no…
Mexican Street Corn Salad This grilled Mexican street corn salad, also known as elotes, is packed with smoky, spicy and tangy flavours and is the perfect way to use up all of that fresh summer corn. In the peak of summer, there is nothing quite as delicious as the crispy, crunchy and sweet taste…
Vanilla Almond Granola This homemade vanilla almond granola is perfect for busy mornings or healthy on-the-go breakfasts! When looking to make dietary changes, one of the first places I suggest people look is their breakfast. Unbeknownst to most people, the standard North American breakfast is very similar to dessert; loaded with added sugars and sweeteners,…
Greek Lamb Meatballs with Tzatziki These traditional Greek lamb meatballs are crispy on the outside, tender and juicy on the inside, and full of traditional Greek flavours. Whip up these meatballs tonight for a delicious and nutritious meal that the whole family is sure to love. Greek food is one of my favourite types of…
French Lentil and Beet Salad This French lentil and beet salad is an incredibly versatile dish that can be served as a main course for lunch or as a simple side dish for a party or backyard BBQ. One of the biggest benefits of cooking with lentils is how quick they are to…
Kale Pesto Grilled Chicken This kale pesto grilled chicken is a super easy meal that is budget-friendly too! Made with fresh kale, pine nuts, garlic, parmesan cheese and olive oil, this kale pesto and quick and easy to make and full of flavour. Not only does it work as a condiment to any dish, but…
Strawberry Smoothie Popsicles Healthy smoothie popsicles with berries. On a warm summer afternoon, there is nothing more refreshing than a cooling snack, and these strawberry smoothie popsicles are the perfect treat. Whether you want to make them with fresh or frozen strawberries, or another berry altogether, these popsicles are a healthy snack that the whole…
Mediterranean Baked Cod Simmered in a rich tomato sauce with fresh herbs and salty capers, this Mediterranean baked cod is a rich and flavourful one-pan meal that is quick and easy to prepare; perfect for a healthy weeknight meal. I haven’t always been a fan of fish, in fact, I used to hate it.…