June is Stroke Awareness Month. As the Nutritionist for Sobeys, we are partnering with the Heart and Stroke Foundation to offer you Wellness classes every Monday night of June. Last night our first class topic covered the basic of eating healthy, cholesterol, and nutrition tips that may help reduce your risk of stroke. The recipeContinue reading “Heart Healthy Quinoa Greek Salad”
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Puffed Quinoa Seed Bars
Gluten-free, dairy-free and nutrition packed bars made with only whole ingredients. I was looking to make bars similar to one of my favourite brands, KIND bars. However, I had no almonds and nuts in the house so I decided to do a puffed quinoa bar version instead using whatever ingredients I could find! They are actuallyContinue reading “Puffed Quinoa Seed Bars”
Eggplant Quinoa Lasagna – Guilt-Free!
Everyone loves lasagna on cool winter days. It is such a hearty meal but, the traditional lasagna has a bad rep with all that cheese, ground beef, and refined carbohydrates (white pasta!). So, since I was craving something like lasagna… I decided to make one with a healthy twist. This lasagna is made from quinoa,Continue reading “Eggplant Quinoa Lasagna – Guilt-Free!”
Greek Quinoa Salad
Ingredients (Serves 4-6) 1.5 cup COOKED red/white quinoa 1 large cucumber, peeled, chopped/diced 1/2 cup chopped tomatoes 1/3 cup black olives 1 small red onion, chopped/diced finely 1/3 cup crumbed feta (add more if you are a feta lover!) Pinch ground pepper 1 tsp lemon juice Add FarmBoys Greek dressing to taste. Directions: 1.Continue reading “Greek Quinoa Salad”
Quinoa Flour “Pita Bread”
Ingredients (serves ~2): 1 1/2 cups quinoa flour 1/4 cup egg whites 1 tbsp olive oil 1.5 tsp cumin 1/2 tsp paprika 1/2 cup water Optional: Add a pinch ground salt and pepper Mix all ingredients in a small bowl (The consistency should resemble that of pancakes). Preheat the oven to 350F. In a skilletContinue reading “Quinoa Flour “Pita Bread””
Stuffed with the GOOD stuff! Stuffed Peppers with Quinoa & Ground Chicken
This is seriously one of my favourite dinners so far. A little fiesta in a “bowl”! The quinoa, beans, chickpeas, and ground chicken combination make for a protein packed and filling meal. I promise you will be so satisfied! Additionally, if you are vegetarian you can make this recipe too. Remove the ground chicken andContinue reading “Stuffed with the GOOD stuff! Stuffed Peppers with Quinoa & Ground Chicken”
Sprouted Quinoa Salad ft. Broccoli, Maple Glazed Nuts, Edamame, ETC!
I freaking love quinoa! Have you been able to tell throughout my blog posts? I tossed this salad together to have as a side with dinner this past week. Ingredients (serves ~8): 1 cup uncooked sprouted quinoa, cook according to package directions. 1 cup broccoli, chopped finely, steam in a covered container in the microwave withContinue reading “Sprouted Quinoa Salad ft. Broccoli, Maple Glazed Nuts, Edamame, ETC!”
The lowdown on Quinoa
Quinoa is an ancient grain with substantial nutritional content, which is why I prefer to choose quinoa over rice and other grain products. Quinoa contains all 11 essential amino acids therefore, it is a complete protein source (Perfect for vegetarians!). This is rare for plant-based foods. 1/4 cup Quinoa (uncooked) contains 6g of protein versus whiteContinue reading “The lowdown on Quinoa”
Banana Oat Quinoa Cookies
Ingredients: 1.5 ripe bananas, mashed 2 1/2 cup oats 1 tbsp coconut oil, melted 1/2 cup cooked & chilled sprouted quinoa 1 tsp vanilla 1/2 cup pecans, chopped 1/3 cup ground pecans 1/2 cup maple syrup 2 tbsp egg whites 1 tbsp flax seeds 1 tsp cinnamon 1 tsp baking soda 1/4 cup chocolate chips.Continue reading “Banana Oat Quinoa Cookies”
Cold Quinoa and Beet Salad
Ingredients: 1 Box Whole grain Quinoa 1 large carrot, shredded 1/2 large cucumber, skinned and chopped 1/3 cup green onions, chopped 1/2 cup edamame, frozen 1/2 cup beets, pickled, chopped 1/4 cup chickpeas, drained & washed 1/3 cup feta cheese, crumbled Dressing: 1/3 cup Balsamic vinegar 1/4 cup olive oil 3 tbsp natural honey 1Continue reading “Cold Quinoa and Beet Salad”
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