Posts Tagged ‘vegetarian’
Mood-Boosting Blueberry Quinoa Salad
Blueberry Quinoa Salad will fill your tummy and boost your mood. The star of this recipe is the blueberries that are on the salad and in the dressing. Blueberries, and berries in general, are jam-packed with phytonutrients that act as both an anti-inflammatory and antioxidant. They may help manage the inflammation associated with depression. The…
Read MorePaleo Smoothie Bowl
Paleo Smoothie Bowl is the perfect way to mix up your morning. I love a smoothie, but sometimes it is fun to mix things up and eat them in a bowl decorated with toppings. I like this recipe because it is super filling and high in protein without having to add protein powder. For a…
Read MoreMinty Fresh Green Smoothie
Minty Fresh Green Smoothie is the perfect way to start your morning. Not only is it refreshing, but it also contains cucumber and honeydew melon to make it super hydrating for a hot summer day. It has 1/2 an avocado which is a source of healthy fat, but it also makes it super creamy and filling.
Read MoreChocolate Peanut Butter Energy Bars
Who doesn’t want to start their day with chocolate!? These chocolate peanut butter energy bars are filling enough to fuel your morning. They have raw cacao nibs for a crunchy caffeine boost and lots of fibre to slow down the release of the sugar from the dates. Bars are a delicious breakfast with your morning…
Read MoreFiesta Beans and Rice
Fiesta Beans and Rice is a filling vegetarian dish you will be making again and again. The combination of beans, rice, salsa, avocado and feta create a party for your taste buds. Animal proteins contain all of the 9 essential amino acids; therefore they are called complete proteins. Plant-based foods usually contain some, but not…
Read MoreEaster Eggie Bites
Easter Eggie Bites quick and savoury breakfast or snack. They really aren’t just for Easter time, are the perfect breakfast for someone who is too busy in the morning to make a healthy breakfast. You can make them on the weekend and grab three or four on your way out the door. They taste great straight…
Read MoreCoconut Curry Corn Soup
This simple and quick recipe really lets the sweet corn flavour shine. Coconut Curry Corn Soup is perfect for early fall when corn is in season or during the winter when you can enjoy the warming curry spices. If corn isn’t in season, frozen organic corn works really well. When you can’t buy local vegetables,…
Read MoreHigh Protein Pancakes
High Protein Pancakes are the perfect way to fuel your morning. Give your pancakes a protein boost by incorporating protein powder into the batter. If you are pressed for time in the morning, you can make these pancakes the night before and heat them in the toaster. High protein pancakes will make a busy weekday…
Read MorePoached Eggs on Avocado Toast
Poached eggs on avocado toast are the perfect breakfast for anyone trying to boost energy levels this year. Avocado toast is trendy for a reason, it is delicious! Adding eggs makes this breakfast high in protein and healthy fats to keep you feeling full until lunchtime. Added bonus, you can make it in under 10…
Read MoreChocolate Almond Smoothie
This Chocolate Almond Smoothie will keep you feeling full and it feels like a treat! Chocolate for breakfast? Yes, please! It has an ingredient that is a little unusual for a smoothie but I promise it blends in really well and adds a delicious texture. Have I piqued your interest?
Read MoreApple Cinnamon Quinoa
Apple Cinnamon Quinoa is a filling breakfast that will keep you full and fuel your morning. Quinoa makes a great alternative to oats in the morning because it has more protein than oats. This recipe serves one, but you can make a quadruple batch and enjoy it all week.
Read MoreBaba Ganoush Quinoa Bowl
Baba Ganoush Quinoa Bowl is fresh, filling, and makes the perfect lunch or dinner. It is a protein-packed dish that is topped with one of my favourite dipping sauces, baba ganoush. Baba ganoush is similar to hummus (my first love) but it has an eggplant base and is totally legume-free (hello paleo). It is yummy…
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