Quick Fix Dinners

Italian Zucchini & Pepper Sauté

Italian Zucchini & Pepper Sauté

This simple side dish is the perfect (and easiest) way to incorporate more greens into your day! Chances are, you have most of these veggies already in your fridge…or perhaps you weren’t sure what to do with them until now! What’s even better is that you’re getting some extra protein with the added eggs.

Pesto Quinoa and Roasted Vegetables

Pesto Quinoa and Roasted Vegetables

Have you ever cooked quinoa before? If not, it’s much easier than you think! It cooks up just like rice, but is chock-full of protein, fibre and vitamins & minerals! This pesto quinoa dish is also loaded with veggies and is on the table in less than 30 minutes.

Make-ahead Breakfast Egg Cups

Make-ahead Breakfast Egg Cups

I know how crazy-busy mornings are, so the more prepared I am for breakfast, the easier it is for me to grab something nutritious. These make-ahead breakfast egg cups are perfect because I can make them on a Sunday night and grab one out-the-door on Monday morning! Plus, they’re made in a muffin tin, so you know it’s gonna be a simple recipe!

Banana Oatmeal Pancakes

Banana Oatmeal Pancakes

Why not have breakfast for dinner (B-4-D)? Did you know that oatmeal contains soluble fibre, which helps to lower blood cholesterol? Top these off with sliced bananas and your favourite pancake topping, and pair it with a glass of milk or fortified soy beverage and you’re set for a satiating meal.

Rainbow Quinoa Salad

Rainbow Quinoa Salad

Quinoa, lentils and brown rice are all great examples of whole grains and legumes. Not only are they packed with fibre, but also satiating protein to keep you tided over until your next meal. This complete meal comes together in a cinch!

Spicy Lentil Dal

Spicy Lentil Dal

Dal is both an ingredient and a dish. It refers to a type of dried split pea or lentil and the deeply spiced stew made from simmering the split peas until nicely broken down. This warm, spicy dish is both comforting and filling!