Stuffed tomatoes “yemista” were a favourite of mine growing up. Especially when my mom used fresh garden tomatoes with fresh herbs. Stuffed tomatoes are ubiquitous in Greece. They’re filled with rice and herbs, usually mint and dill, with a little shredded zucchini mixed in with the rice or quinoa. INGREDIENTS 6 large, firm but ripe tomatoes [...]
Gluten Free Peach Cobbler is a delicious combination of fresh peaches, cinnamon, and a gluten free cobbler topping. Top with your favourite ice cream or whipped cream for the perfect summer dessert. Ingredients for the peaches 5 cups peeled and sliced peaches (8-10 large peaches) 1/4 cup coconut sugar (or monk fruit sugar) 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup 1 tablespoon tapioca starch/flour 2 teaspoons lemon juice 1 teaspoon pure [...]
Stuffed Peppers hit all the spots. You get the creaminess of the cheese, the savouriness of meat, the carb fix of rice and a hefty amount of veggies and beans to make your grandma proud. Let’s eat! 8 Servings Prep Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 45 mins Total Time: 1 hr 5 mins Ingredients 4 large red, yellow or green bell peppers [...]
It is grilling and cottage season!!! Between restaurant and store-bought, these are the best black bean burgers I’ve tasted. Although these burgers are not vegan or vegetarian, you can adjust the recipe to make them as you want. Ingredients 2 (14 ounce) cans black beans, drained, rinsed, and patted dry 1 Tablespoon extra virgin olive oil 3/4 cup finely [...]
This summery salad is packed with fresh flavors, including mango and avocado. One that can definitely be enjoyed at the cottage. Ingredients 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 2 teaspoons a maple syrup 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon ancho chili powder 1 jalapeño, seeded and diced Himalayan salt Freshly ground [...]
This easy 3-ingredient chia seed strawberry jam is the perfect healthy alternative to conventional certo-jam! It’s made with 3 healthy, natural, whole-food ingredients and it’s quick and easy to make! Strawberries are in season!!! The chia seeds will help the jam achieve a gelatinous texture while also adding fiber, protein and healthy Omega-3 fats. Ingredients [...]
This watermelon salad is full of sliced cucumbers, feta cheese, and basil all tossed in an easy lime dressing. A simple yet unusual summer salad that's sure to get rave reviews. INGREDIENTS 3 cups watermelon cubed or balled 1 1/2 cups sliced cucumber seeds removed 2 tablespoons basil thinly sliced or small basil leaves 1/3 cup feta cheese crumbled ro cubed 1/4 cup thinly sliced [...]
Eating healthy doesn’t have to be complicated. There’s not a long list of rules you need to follow, or a complicated diet plan to stick to, but here are some tips for refrigerating food for added longevity and food you want to always have in your fridge: Tofu Many say to designate two days a [...]
There has been a lot of discussion over the years about oils and the best ones to choose. One oil keeps coming up on top. Extra virgin olive oil contains the healthy monounsaturated fat known as oleic acid, along with a number of phenolic compounds, which contain antioxidant and anticancer properties. What is notable about oleic [...]
You'll be super satisfied and feeling good after eating this warming and comforting bowl of goodness. It is totally plant-based and gluten-free too! INGREDIENTS 1 cup quinoa 2 cups water 2 medium size beets, chopped (I used one red and one yellow beet) 1 medium sweet potato, peeled and chopped Half a small red onion, [...]
