Raw Veggie Salad
Share This: Try this raw salad recipe, it has a mix of great antioxidants and fibre! This recipe uses fat-free ranch dressing, but you could use any low-fat, low-sodium dressings of your choice. Note the nutrition facts panel (on the right) shows red for sodium, this is because the dressing had a very high amount of […]
Oatmeal with Apple, Cranberry and Almonds
Share This: Try this oatmeal recipe for breakfast. It is quick and easy and is an excellent option for diabetics. It is a great source of fibre and vitamins. You could replace the 1% milk with 2% or skim milk. Check the nutrition facts panel (on the right) for detailed nutrition information, the daily value numbers […]
Cabbage with Beef Pita Pockets
Share This: Enjoy this cabbage and beef stuffed in whole wheat pita pockets for lunch or dinner. It is a great source of all vitamins except Vitamin D and E. For a lower fat option, beef can be replaced by ground chicken or turkey and use canola or vegetable oil instead of butter. For a vegetarian […]
Baba Ganoush
Share This: Baba ganoush is an eggplant based sauce commonly used in the Middle East. It is a great appetizer and snack option if you want to add vegetables to your menu. Check the nutrition facts panel (on the right) for detailed nutrition information, the daily value numbers in red indicates that the recipe has high amount of nutrient […]
Falafel
Share This: Falafel is a filling meal to have for lunch or as a snack. It is also low in calories. If you make a falafel sandwich, dress it with hummus or garlic sauce instead of mayonnaise to keep it healthy. This recipe has a great source of Vitamin C, Iron and Folate. Check the nutrition […]
Hummus
Share This: Hummus is a great way to snack. This is a good way to add protein to your meal and is low in calories. Check the nutrition facts panel (on the right) for detailed nutrition information, the daily value numbers in red indicates that the recipe has high amount of nutrient that you need to be cautious of […]