Would you like to add more quinoa to your eating plan? I have just the solution. This recipe comes from the book “The Vegetarian’s Complete Quinoa Cookbook.” It was written by a group of Professional Home Economists, including my good friend and the co-author of my last two books, Mairlyn Smith. This recipe was developed…
Fresh tasting, totally delicious, fast and easy! That is how I would describe this meal. It’s fantastic. It’s great for lunch or dinner and company will love it too. Shrimp is a lean source of protein and rich in nutrients, including selenium, vitamin B12, choline, magnesium, zinc and copper. Although shrimp does contain cholesterol, for…
Tilapia is a lean white fish with a mild taste. It’s widely available, inexpensive and fast and easy to prepare. This recipe is no exception. It’s perfect for those days when you don’t feel like cooking a more elaborate meal. This recipe serves two, but can easily be doubled to serve four. Enjoy! Serves 2…
It’s time for a decadently, delicious recipe. I am, after all, the dietitian who says “leave room for chocolate!” This recipe comes from my ex-sister-in-law (but still, great friend) who is an awesome cook. It’s also the cake my daughters ask me to make on their birthdays. When I make it for guests, they always…
Imagine a soup that is fast, easy, gives new meaning to the word “delicious” and contains food ingredients that are linked to a lower risk of belly fat, such as whole grains, beans, healthy fats, peppers and flavonoid-rich fruits and vegetables. Does it get any better? I don’t think so. I hope you love this…
If you’re going to serve a dip with cut-up veggies or whole grain crackers, why not serve one that tastes great and offers significant nutritional value as well. This one definitely qualifies! It contains nutrient-dense chickpeas combined with protein-rich Greek yogurt, along with antioxidant-loaded dates. It’s fast and easy to make and has a slightly…
This is a very simple recipe. It’s so simple you might wonder whether I even need to share it. The truth is that simple recipes are often the best. They fit easily into a busy day. Plus, my daughter and all the kids on the street love it. They polish it off as soon as…
If you don’t have a copy of my last book “Ultimate Foods for Ultimate Health”, then you should. The nutrition information is awesome and my co-author Marilyn Smith did a fantastic job on all of the recipes. This is one of my favourites. If you’ve never tried it, you should. My daughter and I had…
Would you like a totally delicious way to fit more spinach into your eating plan? Try this salad. It’s one of my favourites. I make it all the time. When I serve it to company, they always ask for the recipe. It contains not one, but three superstar ingredients: spinach, blueberries and almonds. The dressing…
When my neighbour Mike tasted this soup, he said it was another “home run!” I love getting home runs, especially when it comes to recipes. I hope you enjoy it as much as Mike did. It’s loaded with great flavour and lots of good-for-you ingredients. I call it a “feel good” soup! Try it and…
Carrots are a nutrient-rich, superstar vegetable. Similar to other orange vegetables, they’re especially rich in beta-carotene. In a 10 year study from the Netherlands involving over 40,000 men and women, carrots were the vegetable most linked to a lower risk of heart disease. Other studies link eating more carrots to a lower risk of cancer. …
Take three powerhouse, super foods – kale, mango and wild blueberries. Combine them with soy milk and fresh ginger. What have you got? A powerhouse smoothie that is fast, easy and totally delicious! Even your kids will love it! Have it for breakfast or as a quick and easy mini-meal on the run! Your body…
The cocoa bean from which cocoa and chocolate is made is loaded with plant compounds called flavanols. More and more research says these flavanols protect health. They’re good for your blood pressure, your heart, your brain and much more! This cold, frothy cocoa drink is a deliciously healthy way to get more cocoa into your…
Here is a totally delicious way to get more whole grains, beans and fibre into your eating plan – something most of us could use more of! This dish is fantastic! It can be served hot or enjoyed as a cold pasta salad. It’s great for leftovers and lunch the next day. The jalapeno peppers,…
Sweet potatoes are a nutritional goldmine and especially rich in beta-carotene. They pair perfectly with sweet spices like cinnamon and cloves. Enjoy this recipe any day of the week, but consider serving it to your guests the next time you entertain too. This dish goes particularly well with a nice mild white fish, like tilapia. …
