Preparing your own food is one of the best ways to stay healthy. It also helps you avoid processed foods, which can be high in calories and low in nutrients.
Cooking need not be complicated or fancy – often simple recipes that let a few quality shine are the best!
I love to cook, but I think I like sharing the recipes even more. My general cooking philosophy is to maximize flavour and nutrition.
I’m hoping the recipes below will inspire healthful eating. Be sure to check back.
Appetizers & Condiments
- Chimichurri Sauce
- Cranberry Salsa Dip with Goat Cheese
- Simple Tomato Cucumber Feta Salad
- Watermelon Salsa with Mint
Build a Better Breakfast
- Banana Pancakes (high protein)
- Simple Peanut Maple Granola
- Mixed Berry Yogurt with Almonds
- Baked Mediterranean Frittata
- Traditional Swiss Oat Muesli
- Strawberry Banana Smoothie
Fuel Your Workout
Energy Bars
- Sheila’s Quick & Easy Oatmeal Bars
- Double Chocolate Peanut Butter Energy Bites
- Sesame Date Energy Bites
- Almond Butter Chocolate Chip Bars
- Ginger Bars with Chocolate
Smoothies, Shakes, & Other Beverages
Read About Sports Nutrition . . .
Nourishing Main Dishes
- Baked Falafel
- Baked Mediterranean Frittata
- Tasty Veggie Burgers
- Minted Orzo Salad with Artichokes and Chickpeas
- Orzo with Kale, Artichokes, and Chickpeas
- Sesame Noodles with Seasonal Vegetables
- Simple and Quick Red Lentils
Salads & Side Dishes
- Apple Arugula Salad with Carrots & Cabbage
- Beets & Arugula in a Curry Vinaigrette
- Mediterranean Chickpea Salad
- Orzo with Kale, Artichokes, and Chickpeas
- Rice Noodle Salad with Lime Vinaigrette
- Roasted Potato Salad with Vegetables
- Sesame Noodles with Seasonal Vegetables
- Simple Tomato Cucumber Feta Salad
Sensational Soups & Stews
- Winter Vegetable Stew
- Butternut Squash Soup with White Beans & Greens
- 5-Ingredient Broccoli Soup
- Sweet Potato Black Bean Soup
- Curried Butternut Squash Soup with Ginger
- Quick & Healthy Soup with Southwestern Flavours
- Summer Gazpacho
Cakes Made Healthier
- Flourless Chocolate Cake
- Rich CHOCOLATE cake (with beets)
- Lemon Blueberry Cake
- Apple Walnut Cake
- Rich Chocolate Glaze
Pies & Tarts
Quick Breads & Muffins
- Double Chocolate Zucchini Bread
- Banana Bread with Walnuts
- Good Morning Muffins
- Healthy Banana Bread with Chocolate Swirl
- Healthy Pumpkin Spice Bread
Frozen Desserts
Some pictures of recipes above (click picture to take you to the recipe)
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Updated April 6, 2018
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