Have you ever had Çilbir? It is a delicious Turkish dish usually enjoyed for breakfast of poached eggs nestled in garlic and herbed thick yogurt drizzled with warm chilli butter. I’ve fallen in love with the contrast of textures, temperatures and flavours of this meal. Perfect to dip a warm piece of pita…
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Quinoa “Fried Rice” stuffed Acorn Squash
I know, I know you’re probably saying “but Acorn Squash isn’t in season yet!”. Lucky for us, we have it readily available in Canada!! So I decided to take advantage of it and try out a squash I’ve never really always brought home. It can get difficult to have “extravagant” meals throughout the…
Quinoa & Chickpea “Falafel’s”
After experimenting and my mind running constantly with idea’s I’ve learned that making your favourite foods at home is so much more satisfying than buying for these five reasons: 1. You get the satisfaction of being creative 2. You get to decide the spice level (I’m a whimp!) 3. You know what you’re…
Mini Quinoa Crusted Quiche’s
Eating healthy can work. I’ve learned that all it really takes is preparing ahead of time. Quinoa left overs are like finding gold in your fridge. I find Quinoa to be super versatile as it’s flavour base is just a little nutty but the grain itself can adapt to many flavours. Along with…
Swiss Chard Rolls with Turkey and Quinoa
Coming back from vacation meant time to go back to healthy eating again. It’s not as easy as it seems. So many of us say that we’re going to eat “so healthy from now on” only to realize that sometimes our schedules can really get in the way. This past Wednesday my roommates…
