anyone else suffer with no-idea-what-to-cook feelings? An almost daily struggle of what to make that everyone will love, is balanced, simple, not boring, not basic and doesn’t require a ton of dirty dishes! This is one of those dinners that ticks ALL the boxes. Serves four but really easy to scale up or down. [ingredients […]
I love doing meal preps as it forces me to make healthy meals, saves me time, money and no hassle to cook every day. It’s definitely worth the time and effort it takes! And of course, it’s even more worth it when it comes out extremely delicious like this mixed barley (a take on fried […]
So easy and healthy and DELICIOUS. These spring roll type wraps are everything and no guilt about eating all of them. My bunch made 15 rolls and that was 3 servings for us, but you can divvy up the size and calories how you see fit. [ingredients title=”Ingredients”] 1 bunch rainbow chard (30) 1/2 lb […]
Back again with another delicious meal prep and one of my favs curry! A great meal that incorporates a lot of local vegetables, full of flavour, filling and healthy (300 cals per meal)! This meal prep is definitely a must try. Serves 4 [ingredients title=”Curried Fish Ingredients”] 10oz tilapia (364 cals) 10g garlic, finely minced […]
Meal prep this week is also lent friendly. Trini salt fish buljol is low calorie (107 cals per serving), healthy and a good way to get those veggies in. I usually pair it with some sprouted toast, sada roti or some hard boiled eggs for a very filling meal that falls in under 300 calories […]
The marine ecosystem where I live is severely threatened by the invasive lionfish. Eating the lionfish is one of the ways to help conservation efforts and I have been really excited to find a supplier and start cooking! You can read more about the impact of lionfish here . This Chermoula lionfish is a really simple […]
A dish to brighten up a rainy day! These plantain cups filled with avocado salsa and grilled shrimp will definitely add some colour to your plate! [ingredients title=”Ingredients”] 2 Plantains 1/2 Avocado 2 med. tomatoes 1/2 of an Onion, Finely chopped 2 cloves Garlic, finely chopped 2 Tbsp Sweet pepper, finely chopped Cumin Chilli powder Smoked paprika […]
Opt for this healthier version of risotto… Barley “risotto”! It’s extremely creamy with a hint of tang and packed with celery, corn, onions, garlic and sweet peppers. Pile on the spicy Cajun shrimp and you have a complete meal! [ingredients title=”Ingredients”] 1/2C barley pearls (serves 2) Corn Diced onions Minced garlic Lime juice 1/4C vegetable stock […]