Healthy Recipes

Ingredients:

- 1 cup cooked quinoa, 

- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

- 1 cucumber, diced

- 1 red bell pepper, diced

- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

- 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint

- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

- 1 tablespoon lemon juice

- Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, parsley, and mint.

2. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.

3. Pour the dressing over the quinoa and veggie mixture and toss to combine.

4. Serve the quinoa and veggie salad chilled as a refreshing and nutritious side dish or a light meal.

Ingredients:

- 4 salmon fillets

- 2 tablespoons olive oil

- 2 cloves garlic, minced

- Zest of 1 lemon

- Juice of 1 lemon

- 1 teaspoon dried oregano

- Salt and pepper to taste

- Lemon slices for garnish

- Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.

2. Place the salmon fillets in the baking dish.

3. In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, minced garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, dried oregano, salt, and pepper.

4. Pour the lemon garlic mixture over the salmon fillets, ensuring they are well coated.

5. Arrange lemon slices on top of each fillet for extra flavor.

6. Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.

7. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Ingredients:

- 1 cup fresh spinach leaves

- 1/2 cup frozen mixed berries (blueberries, raspberries, strawberries)

- 1 ripe banana

- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or any milk of your choice)

- 1 tablespoon chia seeds (optional)

- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional for added sweetness)

Instructions:

1. In a blender, combine the fresh spinach, frozen mixed berries, ripe banana, and almond milk.

2. If desired, add chia seeds and honey or maple syrup for added nutrition and sweetness.

3. Blend until smooth and creamy. If the smoothie is too thick, you can add more almond milk to reach your desired consistency.

4. Pour the berry spinach smoothie into a glass and enjoy as a refreshing and nutrient-packed breakfast or snack.

Ingredients:

- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into cubes

- 1 red bell pepper, cut into chunks

- 1 yellow bell pepper, cut into chunks

- 1 red onion, cut into chunks

- Cherry tomatoes

- 2 tablespoons olive oil

- 2 cloves garlic, minced

- 1 teaspoon paprika

- 1 teaspoon dried thyme

- Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. In a bowl, combine the olive oil, minced garlic, paprika, dried thyme, salt, and pepper to make the marinade.

2. Add the chicken cubes to the marinade, tossing to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

3. Preheat the grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.

4. Thread the marinated chicken, bell peppers, red onion, and cherry tomatoes onto skewers.

5. Grill the skewers for about 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.

6. Serve the grilled chicken and vegetable skewers with a side of quinoa or a green salad for a flavorful and healthy meal.

Ingredients:

- 2 ripe avocados, diced

- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped

- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

- Juice of 1 lime

- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

- Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl, combine the diced avocados, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and cilantro.

2. In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, extra-virgin olive oil, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.

3. Drizzle the dressing over the avocado and tomato mixture and gently toss to combine.

4. Serve the avocado and tomato salad as a refreshing and nutritious side dish or enjoy it as a light lunch on its own.

Ingredients:

- 1 cup dried lentils, rinsed and drained

- 1 tablespoon olive oil

- 1 onion, finely chopped

- 2 carrots, diced

- 2 celery stalks, diced

- 2 cloves garlic, minced

- 1 teaspoon ground cumin

- 1 teaspoon ground coriander

- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric

- 1 bay leaf

- 4 cups vegetable broth

- 2 cups water

- Salt and pepper to taste

- Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions:

1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, carrots, celery, and garlic, sautéing until softened.

2. Stir in the ground cumin, ground coriander, turmeric, and bay leaf, cooking for another minute.

3. Add the rinsed lentils, vegetable broth, and water to the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for about 25-30 minutes or until the lentils are tender.

4. Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste.

5. Remove the bay leaf and garnish the lentil and vegetable soup with fresh parsley before serving. Enjoy this hearty and nutritious soup as a comforting meal.

Ingredients:

- 2 ripe avocados

- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup or honey

- 1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk (or any milk of your choice)

- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

- A pinch of salt

- Fresh berries for garnish

Instructions:

1. In a blender or food processor, combine the flesh of the avocados, cocoa powder, maple syrup or honey, almond milk, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.

2. Blend until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.

3. Transfer the chocolate avocado pudding to serving dishes or jars.

4. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

5. Garnish with fresh berries before serving. Enjoy this rich and satisfying chocolate treat!

Ingredients:

- 4 large apples (such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)

- 1 tablespoon melted coconut oil or butter

- 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup or honey

- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

- A pinch of nutmeg (optional)

- Greek yogurt or vanilla ice cream (optional, for serving)

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.

2. Core the apples and remove the seeds, creating a well in the center.

3. In a small bowl, mix together the melted coconut oil or butter, maple syrup or honey, ground cinnamon, and nutmeg (if using).

4. Brush the mixture over the apples, ensuring they are well coated.

5. Place the apples in the prepared baking dish and bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes or until they are tender.

6. Serve the baked apples warm, optionally with a dollop of Greek yogurt or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a delightful dessert.

Ingredients:

- 1/4 cup chia seeds

- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or any milk of your choice)

- 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup or honey

- 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

- Fresh mixed berries (such as strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries) for topping

Instructions:

1. In a bowl, whisk together the chia seeds, almond milk, maple syrup or honey, and vanilla extract.

2. Cover the bowl and refrigerate the chia seed mixture for at least 3-4 hours or overnight, allowing it to thicken into a pudding-like consistency.

3. Before serving, give the chia seed pudding a good stir.

4. Top the pudding with fresh mixed berries or your favourite fruit before enjoying this delightful and nutritious dessert.