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
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, […]
Refried Beans on Avocado Toast
(vegan, nut free) This refried beans on avocado toast recipe is a quick and easy way to level up avocado toast. The refried beans can even be made beforehand, stored in the fridge, and reheated for when you want to use them (add a bit of water to rehydrate them). The refried beans can also […]
Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies (by Liv B)
This is my favourite easy chocolate chip cookie recipe! They come together really quickly, use minimal ingredients, and taste amazing. Since they’re made with tub margarine, you don’t need to wait for any butter to soften, and they also don’t use any eggs (so no need to worry about egg safety!). Plus, they can be […]
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
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 […]
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 […]
Roasted Broccoli With Parmesan (by Simply Recipes)
This is one of my favourite ways to prepare broccoli! All you do is toss some broccoli in olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and salt, roast it in the oven, and then sprinkle on parmesan cheese and black pepper. It’s super simple but packed with flavour! Click here for the recipe: simplyrecipes.com Related Recipes
Banana Bread Mug Cake
(vegetarian, nut free) This banana bread mug cake recipe is perfect if you’re craving banana bread but only want to make a single serving. It only takes 5 minutes, all you have to do is mix the ingredients in a mug (or small bowl) and microwave it. It’s magic, really. Feel free to add in […]
Creamy Red Pepper Pasta with Blistered Tomatoes (by Pinch of Yum)
This pasta recipe by Pinch of Yum is super simple and ridiculously good. The sauce is made in a blender with cashews and roasted red peppers that pack it with flavour and make it super creamy/smooth. You can make the sauce and the blistered tomatoes beforehand, so when dinner time rolls around all you have […]