This classic retro appetizer skips the shellfish, getting a vegan makeover with chickpeas instead. And the healthy, monounsaturated fats in the avocado not only taste rich and luxurious, but also w…
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Potato Yam Stew with Baby Kale and Parmesan
Show lovage some love The aromatic herb lovage has long been used for culinary and medicinal purposes in Great Britain and the Mediterranean. You can substitute 1/2 cup (125 mL) chopped fresh lovag…
Warm Mediterranean Shredded Collards with Penne and Tomatoes
Collard greens pack a powerhouse of nutrition into a recipe with few calories. As a member of the valuable cruciferous family (which includes kale, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, and rutabaga…
12 Surprising Chickpea Recipes You’ll Want to Make ASAP
Did you know that the United Nations has designated 2016 as International Year of Pulses? Yeah, we’re excited. This is the perfect excuse to cook, bake, and admire chickpea recipes. There’s probabl…
Have You Got Too Much on Your Plate?
It’s always fun to go out to dine. But restaurant menus can be a hidden minefield of calories and fat disguised as “healthy” fare. Learn how to dine out and eat healthy. It’s easy to eat healthy at…
Fragrant Tofu and Bok Choy Pho with Brown Rice Vermicelli
Pho is a traditional Vietnamese soup. Its broth gives off a heady, spiced fragrance that makes you feel taken care of. The broth can be made ahead and frozen, allowing you to quickly assemble this …
Curried Golden Beets with Black Rice and Baby Chard
The lovely nutty flavour of black rice pairs beautifully with a curried citrus vinaigrette. This dish is also excellent served with cooked chicken breasts. Grapes are used here, but feel free to tr…
Chicken with Berry Sauce
Bored with basic chicken? It may seem counterintuitive, but simmering chicken alongside berries produces tender meat that is further enhanced by a complex sweet sauce that’s sure to become a family…
Maple Tofu Steaks with Wilted Spinach
When it comes to tofu, people fall into two camps: “more please” or “meh.” Maple syrup is a surprising way to transform a tofu basher into a tofu lover. Tofu is a good source of low-fat protein, wh…
Roasted Beetroot Salad with Walnut and Maple Dressing
This delicious beet salad is as irresistible to eat as it is to look at. Beets are an excellent anti-inflammatory detox food full of powerful antioxidants. Make ahead Roast beets, cool, and peel. R…