Cinnamon Apple Walnut Oatmeal
(vegan, gluten free) This cinnamon apple walnut oatmeal is one of my favourite quick and easy breakfast recipes. It’s made in the microwave (but can be made stovetop if you’d prefer), and uses minimal equipment. It is also high in fibre (which helps keep you full), making it a hearty breakfast for busy days. You […]
Borscht (Beet Soup)
(vegan, gluten free, nut free) Coming from a Ukrainian family, borscht (beet soup) is one of our favourite traditional recipes. It is filled with vegetables (primarily beets, potatoes, and carrots), flavoured with lots of dill, and traditionally served with a dollop of sour cream. It goes well with pedaheh (perogies) and kubasa. Related Recipes
Gingerbread Granola
(vegan, can be gluten free) This gingerbread granola recipe is a fun holiday spin on regular granola, and will make your kitchen smell incredible. All it takes is some extra spices and molasses! Related Recipes
No-Bake Chewy Granola Bars (by Gathered Nutrition)
If you’ve never tried making homemade granola bars before, these No-Bake Chewy Granola Bars by Gathered Nutrition are a great place to start! They are super easy to make, use basic ingredients, and can be customized to your liking. I like to have these on hand for a quick on-the-go energy-dense snack. Click here for the recipe: […]
Hummus Pasta (by From My Bowl)
This hummus pasta recipe by From My Bowl (by Caitlin Shoemaker) is one of my favourite quick meals, and a great way to use up leftover hummus! All you do is cook some pasta, make a sauce out of water, hummus, and lemon juice, and then add in whatever you’d like (tomatoes, peppers, mushrooms, spinach, […]
Maple Pecan Granola
(vegan, can be gluten free) This Maple Pecan Granola is made with simple ingredients but packs a big flavour punch (thanks to the addition of maple syrup, cinnamon, and pumpkin pie spice). I recommend using the “pure dark” kind of maple syrup (if possible) because it will give your granola the most flavour. Related Recipes
Honey Mustard Mushroom Chicken
(gluten free, nut free, dairy free) This honey mustard mushroom chicken is a super simple and delicious way to prepare chicken. It’s made with a simple honey mustard sauce (honey, dijon mustard, grainy mustard, and lemon juice) and sautéed mushrooms that add lots of flavour. Great with a side of rice or pasta and vegetables! […]
Chickpea Greek Salad
(vegan, gluten free, nut free) This chickpea greek salad is super simple (just chickpeas, vegetables, feta cheese, + vinaigrette) and great as a make-ahead lunch or side salad. It also works really well with chicken or quinoa mixed in, and a side of pita or flatbread (or in a wrap!). Related Recipes
Microwave Chocolate Chip Oatmeal
(vegetarian, gluten free, nut free) This microwave chocolate chip oatmeal is a super easy breakfast that’s great for busy mornings. It only takes five minutes to make, and can even be turned into overnight oatmeal (just mix everything (except the chocolate chips) together in a small serving bowl, cover, and place in the fridge the […]
Tofu Scramble
(vegan, gluten free, nut free) This tofu scramble recipe is a quick and easy way to cook tofu (just crumble the tofu into a pan and stir in garlic, turmeric, salt + pepper). Since tofu on its own has no flavour, it makes a great base for whatever flavours/spices you’d like. Pair this with a […]
Beet Lentil Hummus
(vegan, gluten free, nut free) If you’re looking for a way to amp up your hummus game, this beet lentil hummus is it. You can use it as a dip with some crackers and veggies, or spread it on sandwiches, wraps, or flatbread (like on this vegetarian hummus pizza). It’s pretty similar to traditional hummus […]
Stovetop Beets with Feta and Walnuts
(vegetarian, gluten free) This stovetop beet dish is a simple way to serve beets. All it is is beets, oil, garlic, salt + pepper, feta cheese, and walnuts (or pecans, pistachios) for extra crunch. It’s great as a side dish but also can be added to a spinach salad with balsamic dressing. This recipe cooks […]
Spiced Cauliflower Potato Soup
(vegan, gluten free, nut free) This spiced cauliflower potato soup recipe is the ultimate cozy soup recipe. It’s packed with veggies and spices, and the texture is so smooth and creamy you wouldn’t even know there’s cauliflower in it. I use curry powder in this recipe because it is convenient for me, however if you […]
Tomato Pesto Chicken
(vegan, gluten free) If you’re looking for a quick and easy dinner idea, this Tomato Pesto Chicken is it. All you have to do is brown the chicken, then bake it in a pan with tomatoes, pesto, and parmesan cheese. It pairs really well with rice, pasta, or potatoes and a side of greens. Cooking […]
Quinoa Veggie Egg Cups
(vegetarian, gluten free, nut free) These quinoa veggie egg cups are great to meal prep for breakfast or snacks, and are also very customizable. They’re a great use for leftover vegetables, so use whatever you have on hand (cooked mushrooms, broccoli, cauliflower, asparagus, etc.). Sautéing the vegetables beforehand is optional, but it adds a lot more […]