A friend just asked for this recipe today so I thought I'd share it with you all. One of my favorite winter desserts - this blueberry crisp is really easy to make, has lots of nutritious goodness, and it's delicious to boot! Ingredients: 3-4 cups frozen blueberries 1 tsp cinnamon 1/3 cup flour (you can use gluten free if you like) ¾ cup brown sugar 1..read more
The secret to this high-protein, high-fiber soup is to use white beans instead of the usual addition of cream. This gives the creamy and thick texture without the dairy and fat, and adds lots of protein and fiber. A perfect winter warmer. Ingredients 6 cups chopped leeks 1 cup diced celery 4 cups peeled and cubed potatoes 1 tsp olive oil 6 cups water 1 cup white be..read more
Homemade granola is easy to make and very versatile, allowing you to add any nuts or dried fruit as you wish. A healthy and nutritious breakfast served with milk or yogurt, or on its own as a great protein-rich snack. Ingredients:
A quick and hearty soup that makes a great lunch or dinner. Ingredients: 1 tbsp olive oil 4 leeks, rinsed well and chopped 2 cloves garlic, chopped 2 cups water or broth 2 cans cannellini beans, rinsed 2 tsp ground cumin ½ cup couscous 4 cups fresh spinach Salt and pepper to taste Preparation: Heat olive oil in a large saucepan or soup pot o..read more
This is a great recipe for those who are gluten free/wheat free/grain free but are missing out on pizza night. Serves great alongside a fresh salad. Enjoy! Ingredients
Grad Karen Gunter passed this recipe on and it’s a delicious almost-sugar-free treat that is high in protein, energy, fibre, and taste. I have played with the recipe a bit – I use LSA instead of flax, and I add 2 tbsp of hemp seeds as well. A wonderful treat for home, a potluck, or bring it to a holiday party for a healthier dessert option. Ingredients:..read more
A delicious and colorful meal that packs a punch with lots of protein and fibre and, although very simple to make, it looks pretty fancy too. Note that how much stuffing you need depends on the size of your capsicums/peppers, so quantities and cooking times may vary a bit. 6 green bell peppers (capsicum) 1 cup rice, cooked 1 can beans (black beans, kidney beans etc, ..read more
Tatjana brought this delicious Lentil Salad to a potluck and I just had to have the recipe, which Tatjana says she adapted from the LCBO recipe website. Tatjana made a few adjustments (no chili flakes, basil instead of oregano, and Parmesan instead of feta) which proves this is a recipe for me - I like my recipes easily adaptable! Ingredients:..read more
A great meal for those busy days when you still want to eat well but not spend hours in the kitchen. This recipe is rich in nutrients and contains good quality protein for vegetarians. Tastes great with any wraps or flat-breads, and any kind of beans. Ingredients:
This recipe is one of our weekday staples - it's a 'one pot' meal, super easy to make, delicious and nutritious, and it makes great leftovers for lunch tomorrow. Ingredients:
These delish patties provide a great source of protein and fibre, and make a great meal alongside a salad, or make them smaller and serve as an appetizer with a cucumber and yogurt dressing to dip in.
Ingredients:
1 can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1 cup grated carrot
1/3 cup dry bread crumbs
2 tbsp salad dressing
1 egg
2 tbsp vegetable oil
