Spicy Baked Tofu
These spicy tofu bites make a great high-protein snack that even kids will enjoy!
Shepherd’s Pie with Sweet Potatoes
Who says comfort foods can't be good for you? This version swaps regular potatoes with sweet potatoes, so it’s packed with the antioxidant beta-carotene. Feel free to substitute ground turkey or chicken for lean ground beef.
Turkey Lasagna with Spinach, Eggplant and Zucchini
Who says lasagna has to be high in fat and calories? This incredibly healthy – and great tasting – version replaces beef with lean turkey, calls for low-fat cheese and includes spinach, eggplant, zucchini and red pepper.
Sesame-Crusted Tofu
The tofu in this recipe needs marinating for only one hour, but it’s even more flavourful when marinated overnight. Enjoy these tofu cutlets on their own, in a burrito or as a sandwich filling.
Teriyaki Beef Kabobs
Kebabs are the perfect grilled meat in the summerime. This recipe calls for lean steak, but you can also use pork tenderloin or chicken breast if you prefer. Feel free to add onion, green pepper and cherry tomatoes to the kebabs too.
Wasabi and Ginger Baked Salmon
Another Asian-inspired salmon recipe that my family loves. When in season, I always buy wild salmon.
Turkey Burgers
These burgers are always a hit because they're so flavourful. It doesn't hurt that they're also low in fat and even have a little fibre. I like to serve them in whole wheat pita pockets with sliced tomato and avocado.
Balsamic Glazed Mushroom and Soy Burgers
The combination of sweet balsamic-glazed mushrooms, nutty ground flaxseed and soy make for a delicious and healthy alternative to beef burgers. Taste testers, including meat-lovers, couldn’t get enough of these! Serve in whole grain hamburger buns;…
Baked Lentils with Cumin Yogurt Sauce
Lentils may be small in size, but they pack a powerful punch when it comes to nutrition. They're loaded with fibre and protein and deliver pleanty of folate, magnesium and iron. This lentil "loaf" makes tasty leftovers, perfect for an easy…
Barley Risotto with Eggplant and Tomatoes
Serve this delicious risotto as a side dish or on its own as a vegetarian main course.