This perfect spring quinoa salad is colourful, delicious and nutritious! As the weather starts to get warmer, we often look for lighter meals that are hydrating and that don’t weigh us down. We bid adieu to the comfort foods of fall and winter and welcome fresh salads, wraps and smoothies. This quinoa salad is great…
Energy bites have been having a moment and for good reason. The one barrier that I always hear from clients when it comes to healthy eating is a lack of time. For this reason foods that are compact and provide you with the energy and nutrients you need for that afternoon boost are doing very well….
As a registered dietitian I try to stress the importance of a balanced diet and lifestyle (blueberry scones included). Yes, the majority of time I eat healthy foods that consist of whole grains, vegetables, fruit, lean protein and healthy fats. In fact, I thrive on these foods. That being said, I also enjoy bringing together…
It’s one of those days, you know you don’t have much in the refrigerator and you’re thinking of ways to get out of grocery shopping after work. Well, what if I told you that these sweet potato fritters are not only easy to make but they are made with only TWO ingredients. Yes, you read…
I absolutely love making parfaits! Why, you may ask? Well, they are easy to make and can be a really nutritious and delicious meal or snack. For me, there are three components to a yogurt parfait. Plain Greek yogurt Homemade granola Fruit The Greek yogurt and fruit are store bought and the homemade granola is…
Okay, so I have to confess that I’ve always been a fan of Brussels sprouts! I like them raw, roasted and pan-seared like this side dish recipe I’m sharing today from Lord Buron’s Kitchen (with some minor changes). If you don’t consider yourself a fan of Brassica oleracea gemmifera (yeah I know, food nerd), I…
Steamed vegetables, sautéed asparagus, roasted mushrooms; all acceptable sides to any meal, especially during a Canadian winter. I decided to go a different direction last night when coming up with a side to pair with my salmon. If you’re looking for a healthy salad recipe, look for further. I usually prefer a savoury salmon recipe…
Welcome to Honestly Nutrition! I’m so glad that you’re here. This is my first official blog entry for Honestly Nutrition and I’m very excited. As a registered dietitian, I have always had a passion for sharing my knowledge of nutrition and food with others. I realize that there is a lot of information out there,…
